The Institute of Health and Sports Science, Chuo University, Tokyo, Japan
Research Article
Suggestions for Food Self-Management by Athletes-Investigation of the Effectiveness of Food Frequency Questionnaire by Soccer Player
Author(s): Ryunosuke Takahashi, Yukiko Kobayashi and Takako Fujii*
A proper diet is essential for athletes. However, in a few cases, athletes have the opportunity to receive dietary
management and advice from a dietitian concerning an appropriate diet. If athletes could manage their own diets,
they would be able to check their diets regularly, which would alleviate dietary concerns and improve their
performance. The study was conducted on 28 students who were members of a university soccer team. The subjects
completed a self-administered Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) using the FFQ NEXT software program. The
survey forms were distributed to the participants by their coaches, and the participants completed the forms on their
own. For comparison purposes, the nutritional value of each meal was calculated by a dietitian and compared using a
recording method. The results showed that protein, fat, phosphorus, zinc, and fiber level.. View more»