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NCT Number: NCT06704477

Dietary Protein Preferences of Adolescent Athletes

This is a survey study to gauge the interest of young athletes ages 12-19 in plant-based protein products. The teen competitive athlete is a core target for the Gatorade brand and, as such, understanding their preferences and what drives their choices is vital for the brand's continued growth.

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Key information

Conditions

Diet Habit Behavior Behavior, Animal Feeding Behavior

Age range

12 year–19 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

IMG Academy

Bradenton, Florida, 34210, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Male and female student-athletes between the ages of 12-19 years
  • Athlete must currently participate in a sport at the middle/high school level
  • Athlete must be able to speak, write, and read English
  • Athlete must own a smartphone with access to internet and text message service (to complete survey)
  • Athlete (and parent/guardian, if under 18 years of age) must understand the study procedures and be willing to sign the informed consent form providing consent/assent to participate in the stud

Exclusion criteria

  • Athlete must not be employed by, or have a parent, guardian, or other immediate family member employed by a company that manufactures any products that compete with any Gatorade product

Treatment and study plan

Survey

Other

Eight questions about protein intake

Primary outcomes

  1. Most preferred protein type in adolescent athletes (i.e. animal vs. plant protein)

    Time frame: Each participant has three (3) weeks to open/complete the survey from time of receipt. Participants will be instructed to complete the survey in one sitting during a time and in an environment in which they can fully devote their attention and focus.

    Part of a 10 minute multiple choice survey

Secondary outcomes

  1. Reported reason(s) for protein preference

    Time frame: Each participant has three (3) weeks to open/complete the survey from time of receipt. Participants will be instructed to complete the survey in one sitting during a time and in an environment in which they can fully devote their attention and focus.

    Part of a 10 minute multiple choice survey

  2. % of athletes who consume protein supplements

    Time frame: Each participant has three (3) weeks to open/complete the survey from time of receipt. Participants will be instructed to complete the survey in one sitting during a time and in an environment in which they can fully devote their attention and focus.

    Part of a 10 minute multiple choice survey

  3. Specific type(s) of protein supplement source(s) consumed (soy, pea, whey, casein, etc.)

    Time frame: Each participant has three (3) weeks to open/complete the survey from time of receipt. Participants will be instructed to complete the survey in one sitting during a time and in an environment in which they can fully devote their attention and focus.

    Part of a 10 minute multiple choice survey

  4. Breakdown and differences by gender

    Time frame: Each participant has three (3) weeks to open/complete the survey from time of receipt. Participants will be instructed to complete the survey in one sitting during a time and in an environment in which they can fully devote their attention and focus.

    Part of a 10 minute multiple choice survey

  5. Timing(s) of daily protein consumption

    Time frame: Each participant has three (3) weeks to open/complete the survey from time of receipt. Participants will be instructed to complete the survey in one sitting during a time and in an environment in which they can fully devote their attention and focus.

    Part of a 10 minute multiple choice survey

  6. Most valued protein supplement attribute(s) (taste, protein, amount, source, etc.)

    Time frame: Each participant has three (3) weeks to open/complete the survey from time of receipt. Participants will be instructed to complete the survey in one sitting during a time and in an environment in which they can fully devote their attention and focus.

    Part of a 10 minute multiple choice survey

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

PepsiCo Global R&D

Industry

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Nov 26, 2024
Registry last updated
Jan 3, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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