Evaluating diet and nutrition in athletes and active individuals
Official title: NUTRI_ACTIVE Study: Lifestyle and Nutrition Evaluation in Physically Active People and Athletes
Run by University of Pavia · NCT06881745 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at the eating habits and nutrition knowledge of Italian athletes and active people to see how well they follow the Mediterranean Diet and how it affects their health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 181 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Pavia Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Pavia, PV) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 5, 2024 |
| Main results expected | March 10, 2025 |
| Study ends | February 28, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | March 18, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06881745 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are physically active adults aged 18 to 65 who engage in regular physical activity.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are sedentary or have significant health issues such as diabetes or hypertension may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess dietary intake, nutrition knowledge, and body composition among Italian athletes and physically active adults. Participants will be evaluated using the MEDI-LITE questionnaire to determine adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, alongside assessments of their eating habits and nutritional knowledge. The study will involve anthropometric measurements, resting metabolic rate evaluations, and lifestyle assessments to gather comprehensive data on the participants' dietary practices. The goal is to improve clinical practices related to nutrition in sports and physical activity.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance nutritional strategies for athletes, leading to improved performance and health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in evaluating dietary habits and nutrition knowledge in athletes, indicating that this approach is supported by existing research.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age: ≥ 18 years old and ≤ 65 years old * Regular physical activity (at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity; or at least 75 of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity; or an equivalent combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity activity throughout the week) * All genders Exclusion Criteria: * Sedentary population: \< 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity or \< 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week * Age: \< 18 years old and \> 65 years old * Presence of diseases (i.e. diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, metabolic syndrome, neurological diseases,…) and/or injuries
Where it's running
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Laboratory of Food Education and Sport Nutrition, Department of Public Health, Experimental and Forensic Medicine, University of Pavia
Pavia, Pv, Italy Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Cinzia Ferraris, PhD — University of Pavia
- Study coordinator: Cinzia Ferraris, PhD
- Email: cinzia.ferraris@unipv.it
- Phone: +39 0382987869
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.