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Dietary Protein Preferences of Adolescent Athletes

Dietary Protein Preferences of Adolescent Athletes

Status
Completed
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Observational
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT06704477
Enrollment
161
Registered
2024-11-26
Start date
2024-02-22
Completion date
2024-10-25
Last updated
2025-01-03

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Diet Habit

Keywords

protein, animal protein, plant protein, preference

Brief summary

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.

Interventions

OTHERSurvey

Eight questions about protein intake

Sponsors

PepsiCo Global R&D
Lead SponsorINDUSTRY

Study design

Observational model
OTHER
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
12 Years to 19 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes

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

Design outcomes

Primary

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

MeasureTime frameDescription
% of athletes who consume protein supplementsEach 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
Specific type(s) of protein supplement source(s) consumed (soy, pea, whey, casein, etc.)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
Reported reason(s) for protein preferenceEach 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
Timing(s) of daily protein consumptionEach 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
Most valued protein supplement attribute(s) (taste, protein, amount, source, etc.)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
Breakdown and differences by genderEach 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

Countries

United States

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026