Association of Competitive Adolescent Athletes from Lean and Non-Lean Sports with Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet:

By:
Fani Thoma, Eirini Koidou, Christina Dolopikou, Vassilis Barkoukis, Constantinos Giaginis, Sousana K. Papadopoulou
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This study investigates Mediterranean diet adherence among adolescent athletes in lean and non-lean sports. Results show no significant differences between groups, with overall adherence being moderate. Factors influencing adherence include intention, social norms, and perceived behavioral control, highlighting the role of targeted interventions using the Theory of Planned Behavior.
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