THE EFFECTS OF BANANA CONSUMPTION AN D INCREASING POTASSIUM LEVELS ON THE FREQUENCY OF EXERCISE INDUCED MUSCLE CRAMPING IN NCAA COLLEGE

ATHLETES
NUTR 302L MYH
Katie Furey Katie Lechner Natalie Meltzer Austin Hermosillo Katy Kaufman Dahee Song Jenna Bobbins

Contents

Introduction

Background Objective Hypothesis

Methods and Materials

Survey study Clinical trial Statistical analysis

References Question

Background

Importance of optimal athlete nutrient intake Impact of muscle cramps for athletes

Malnutrition present on college campuses Banana consumption

IntroductionObjective Who?
At least 100 NCAA college athletes (ages18-25) Why?
Athlete nutrient intake is a major factor on the level of performance. Determining the biological benefit of consuming bananas on muscle cramps will allow athletes to improve their athletic performance.

IntroductionHypothesis

An increased intake of potassium by way of banana consumption will cause an overall decrease in the frequency and prevalence of exercise induced muscle cramping, while increasing blood potassium levels.

Methods and Materials

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2. 3.

Survey Study Longitudinal Study Statistical Analysis

1. Survey Study

At least 100 subjects (Male/Female) College NCAA Athletes (ages 18-25)

Currently experience at least three muscle cramps per month Individuals who are currently not taking medication for diabetes or oral contraceptives

The surveys will be analyzed and collected aft er six months.

1. Survey Study

The survey will include:

Gender Age Body

mass index via weight and height Type and length of physical activity Current consumption of bananas and potassium rich foods Current frequency of muscle cramping Current intake of diabetes medications and oral contraceptives

1. Survey study
Sample Survey 1. Gender: M F (please circle one) 2. Age:_________ 3. Height:_______ 4. Weight:_______ 5. Are you currently taking a form of insulin or oral contraceptives: Y N 6. What sport are you involved in: _____________ 7. Approximately how many hours per week do you work out? (please circle one) 5-6 hours 7-8 hours 9-10 hours >10 hours 8. Do you suffer from muscle cramping on a regular or semi-regular basis: Y N (please circle one) 9. If yes, how often? (please circle one) 1-2 times/week 3-4 times/week 5 times/week 10. Approximately how much potassium do you intake per day: (please circle one) <0.5 g (0 bananas) 0.5 g (1 banana) 1 g (2 bananas) 1.5 g (3 or more bananas) 11. Do you currently consume potassium rich foods other than bananas (ex. Squash, scallops, potatoes) Y N

1. Survey Study

The survey will be given to the athletic departments at five universities located inCalifornia:
University

of California Los

Angeles University of California Berkeley San Diego State University University of Southern California Stanford University

1. Survey Study
The inclusion factors (male and female NCAA athletes, at least three muscle cramps per month, not taking oral contraceptives or diabetes medication ) The aim (acquire at least one hundred participants)

2. Longitudinal Study

After determining the final number of participants

Body

mass indexes calculated Blood pressure A week long food record + 24 recall Initial Blood potassium levels measured Current potassium intake, specifically banana consumption

2. Longitudinal Study
The

study will be broken down into two twelve week segments The first 12 week segment normal dietary consumption food records documentary of any episodes of exercise induced muscle cramps initial Blood potassium levels

2. Longitudinal Study
The

second 12 week segment Five servings of banana per week (150g= 1 full serving) Food records Documentary of any episodes of exercise induced muscle cramps Blood potassium levels will be measured everytwo weeks

Data will be analyzed to determine any relationship between potassium consumption and the effects on exercise induced muscle

3. Statistical analysis

All data was analyzed to evaluate the effects of potassium intake on muscle cramping using SPSS procedure

Duration of Study: 1 year

Number of subjects: 100 college athletes / in two groups (ages 18-25)

3. Statistical analysis Characteristics measured to test

hypothesis
1.

Body Weight

2.

Food Intake (special attention to supplement intake)

Biochemical markers
Blood

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pressure (at rest; indication of kidney or adrenal gland problem) Blood potassium levels

3. Statistical analysis
4.

Frequency and duration of muscle cramps

References

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