Adherence to Mediterranean diet in athletes: a narrative review

Calella, Patrizia; Gallé, Francesca; Onofrio, Valeria Di; Cerullo, Giuseppe; Liguori, Giorgio; Valerio, Giuliana

doi:10.1007/s11332-022-00899-z

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“…Many different research tools have been developed for assessment for adherence, including Medi-Lite, MDSS, and MEDAS, as well as the KIDMED for the pediatric/adolescent population [ 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 ]. Through these tools, it has been demonstrated that athletes have higher adherence then the general population [ 32 ].…”

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Popular Dietary Trends’ Impact on Athletic Performance: A Critical Analysis Review

et al. 2023

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Background: Nutrition fuels optimal performance for athletes. With increased research developments, numerous diets available, and publicity from professional athletes, a review of dietary patterns impact on athletic performance is warranted. Results: The Mediterranean diet is a low inflammatory diet linked to improved power and muscle endurance and body composition. Ketogenic diets are restrictive of carbohydrates and proteins. Though both show no decrements in weight loss, ketogenic diets, which is a more restrictive form of low-carbohydrate diets, can be more difficult to follow. High-protein and protein-paced versions of low-carbohydrate diets have also shown to benefit athletic performance. Plant-based diets have many variations. Vegans are at risk of micronutrient deficiencies and decreased leucine content, and therefore, decreased muscle protein synthesis. However, the literature has not shown decreases in performance compared to omnivores. Intermittent fasting has many different versions, which may not suit those with comorbidities or specific needs as well as lead to decreases in sprint speed and worsening time to exhaustion. Conclusions: This paper critically evaluates the research on diets in relation to athletic performance and details some of the potential risks that should be monitored. No one diet is universally recommend for athletes; however, this article provides the information for athletes to analyze, in conjunction with medical professional counsel, their own diet and consider sustainable changes that can help achieve performance and body habitus goals.

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Popular Dietary Trends’ Impact on Athletic Performance: A Critical Analysis Review

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“…The association between healthier dietary habits and sports is not new in the scientific literature. In previous studies, athletes showed a nutritional status closer to dietary recommendations [ 34 ], better dietary habits [ 35 ] than sedentary subjects and even good adherence to the Mediterranean diet model [ 36 , 37 ]. Practicing a sport may allow athletes to make healthy dietary choices and reach the recommended nutritional status, balancing energy expenditure and intake.…”

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Sedentary Behaviors and Eating Habits in Active and Inactive Individuals: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Population from Southern Italy

Calella,

Di Dio,

Pelullo

et al. 2024

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The aim of this study was to analyze sedentary behaviors and dietary habits assumed by individuals regularly practicing exercise in a gym, sports athletes and inactive individuals. The Sedentary Behavior Questionnaire and the Healthy Dietary Habits Index were administered online to evaluate the time spent in sedentary activities during the week and the habits of food consumption among adult individuals from the Campania region, in the south of Italy. Of the 411 participants, 25% were inactive, 34% were gym practitioners and 41% practiced different sport disciplines. Significant differences were found for sedentary habits adopted during the week and diets between athletes and inactive participants. However, no significant differences were observed for sedentary activities on the weekend and some sedentary behaviors such as video gaming or working/studying during the week. With regard to diet, athletes showed healthier food choices, such as fruit and vegetable consumption. The findings of this study underline the need for enhancing the awareness of the local population regarding the detrimental effects of unhealthy dietary behaviors and sedentary time, especially but not exclusively among inactive individuals.

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“…This strengthening of the musculoskeletal system helps to prevent possible injuries sustained during sport [33]. At a competitive level, it has been reported that the Mediterranean diet provides the intake of macronutrients and micronutrients to boost muscle contraction [34]. The diet followed has been shown to play an important role in preventing injury [35].…”

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Health-Related Quality of Life and Injuries in Physical Education Students: A Multi-Group Model According to the Degree of Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet

Melguizo-Ibáñez,

Ubago-Jiménez,

Sanz-Martín

et al. 2024

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The Mediterranean diet is considered a healthy eating pattern. It has been shown to improve people’s quality of life. When a person suffers injuries, their quality of life suffers. This research aims to accomplish the following: (a) to study the differences in the effect of the health-related quality of life on injuries according to the degree of adherence to the Mediterranean diet, (b) to analyse the existing differences in the variables that make up the health-related quality of life according to the degree of adherence to the Mediterranean diet, and (c) to analyse the degree of adherence to the Mediterranean diet according to whether the participants have suffered any injury. The study was descriptive, cross-sectional, and exploratory in a sample of 556 physical education students. The PREDIMED questionnaire, the SF-36 questionnaire, and a self-administered questionnaire were used. The results showed that high adherence to the Mediterranean diet was associated with higher quality of life and lower injury rates. It was also observed that high adherence to the Mediterranean diet improved the effect of the quality of life on injuries. In conclusion, the Mediterranean diet is beneficial for the quality of life of young university students.

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Adherence to Mediterranean diet in athletes: a narrative review

Cited by 7 publications

References 54 publications

Popular Dietary Trends’ Impact on Athletic Performance: A Critical Analysis Review

Popular Dietary Trends’ Impact on Athletic Performance: A Critical Analysis Review

Sedentary Behaviors and Eating Habits in Active and Inactive Individuals: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Population from Southern Italy

Health-Related Quality of Life and Injuries in Physical Education Students: A Multi-Group Model According to the Degree of Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet

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