Nutritional StatusPNE-YBPNCT07344870
Parental Nutrition Education on the Performance and Body Composition of Young Basketball Players
A study testing Parental Nutrition Education Program in people with Nutritional Status and Athletic Performance, run by Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This study investigates the impact of a structured, short-term parental nutrition education program on the body composition, athletic performance, and dietary habits of young basketball players aged 8-13 years. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 8 to 13 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Nutritional Status, Athletic Performance, Body Composition
- What is being tested?
- Parental Nutrition Education Program
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 5 May 2023to 30 Jul 2023
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 8 to 13 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child
Who may be able to join
- Boy and girl basketball players aged 8 to 13 years.
- The youth basketball team must include active licensed players.
- The candidate must maintain regular attendance at training sessions (at least 3 days per week).
- Parents must be willing to participate in the education program and provide written informed consent.
Who cannot join
- Diagnosed with chronic metabolic or hormonal diseases.
- Musculoskeletal injuries within the last 3 months.
- Use of medications or supplements affecting metabolism.
- Failure to maintain regular training attendance.
- Parents withdrawing consent during the study.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University
Burdur, Burdur, 15030
About this study
Official title: Impact of Short-Term Parental Nutrition Education on the Performance and Body Composition of Young Basketball Players: A Pre-Post Intervention Study
This study investigates the impact of a structured, short-term parental nutrition education program on the body composition, athletic performance, and dietary habits of young basketball players aged 8-13 years. Adolescence represents a critical window for physical growth and athletic development, yet many young athletes fail to meet nutritional recommendations. Given that parents are the primary food providers and decision-makers for children in this age group, their nutritional literacy is hypothesized to directly influence the athlete's diet and physical development.
The intervention consists of a 4-week nutrition education program provided to parents. The study utilizes a single-group pre-post design to evaluate changes in the athletes' Lean Body Mass (LBM), body fat percentage, athletic performance (encompassing vertical jump, sprint speed, and flexibility), and daily macronutrient intake (protein and carbohydrate) from baseline to post-intervention.
Read the detailed description
Study Design: This study employs a single-group, pre-post quasi-experimental design to evaluate the efficacy of a parental nutrition education program. The study population consists of young basketball players aged 8-13 years recruited from the Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University youth basketball team.
Intervention: The primary intervention is a structured "Parental Nutrition Education Program." The education is delivered to the parents/legal guardians of the athletes, as they are the primary food providers. The intervention consists of:
A comprehensive 90-minute online seminar (via Zoom) conducted by a registered dietitian. Topics include macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), micronutrients (calcium, iron, vitamins), hydration strategies, meal timing (pre- and post-training nutrition), and healthy food choices .
Distribution of printed educational brochures and guides to reinforce the seminar content.
Q\&A sessions to address specific nutritional concerns. The intervention period lasts for 4 weeks.
Data Collection and Procedures: Assessments are conducted at two time points: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 4).
Dietary Assessment: Dietary intake is evaluated using 3-day food consumption records (2 weekdays and 1 weekend day) via the retrospective recall method. Data are analyzed using the Nutrition Information System (BEBIS 8.0) to calculate daily energy, macronutrient, and micronutrient intake.
Anthropometric Measurements:
Body weight and height are measured using standard protocols. - Body composition (lean body mass, body fat percentage, and basal metabolic rate) is assessed using a bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) device (Tanita MC-780) under standardized conditions (fasted state, no exercise 12h prior).
Waist and hip circumferences are measured using a non-elastic tape. Performance Testing: Physical performance is assessed using a battery of field tests: - Speed: 20-meter sprint test using photocell timing gates. - Explosive Power: Vertical jump test using the Smart Jump System and Standing Long Jump test. - Strength: Handgrip strength (right and left) using a digital dynamometer (Takei 5401). - Endurance: Maximum number of push-ups and sit-ups in 30 seconds. - Agility: T-test. - Flexibility: Sit-and-reach test.
Nutrition Knowledge: The sports nutrition knowledge level of parents is assessed using the "Sports Nutrition Knowledge Level Test" (SNKT), adapted into Turkish, consisting of 20 questions.
Statistical Analysis: Pre- and post-intervention data are compared using paired sample t-tests (for normally distributed data) or Wilcoxon signed-rank tests (for non-normal data). A responder analysis is conducted by stratifying participants based on the change in their protein intake to evaluate dose-response relationships.
- Being tested
- Parental Nutrition Education Program
- Keywords
- Young players, physical performance, anthropometric measurement, nutrition education, parental involvement, dietary assessment
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Parental Nutrition Education ProgramBehavioural
All participants were assigned to a single intervention arm receiving the parental nutrition education program. Efficacy was evaluated by comparing baseline (pre-intervention) measurements with post-intervention measurements (4 weeks later) within the same subjects.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Parental Nutrition Education Group | Experimental | Participants in this arm are young basketball players whose parents received a structured 4-week nutrition education program. The intervention included weekly 45-minute face-to-face seminars and printed educational materials covering macronutrients, hydration, and meal timing. Receives: Behavioral: Parental Nutrition Education Program |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change in Lean Body Mass
Body composition was assessed using a Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) device (Tanita MC-780) under standardized fasting conditions. The outcome measures the change in lean body mass (kg) from baseline to the end of the intervention
Measured: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 4).
Secondary outcomes (6)
Change in Athletic Performance Parameters
Performance was evaluated using a battery of field tests: Flexibility (cm), Reaction (cm), Vertical jump (cm), Standing long jump (cm)
Measured: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Change in Athletic Performance Parameters-2
Right and Left Hand-claw strength (kg)
Measured: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 4)
Change in Athletic Performance Parameters-3
Count of repetitions The maximum number of push-ups and sit-ups that can be completed within a set time.
Measured: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 4)
Change in Daily Dietary Intake-1
The assessment was conducted using 3-day food consumption records, using the retrospective recall method. Daily intake of energy kcal/day
Measured: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Change in Daily Dietary Intake-2
The assessment was conducted using 3-day food consumption records, using the retrospective recall method. Daily intake of macronutrients (carbohydrate, protein, and fat) (g/day)
Measured: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Change in Daily Dietary Intake-3
The assessment was conducted using 3-day food consumption records, using the retrospective recall method. Daily intake of micronutrients (mcg/day) was analyzed using the Nutrition Information System (BEBIS).
Measured: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted15 Jan 2026
- Study start5 May 2023
- Primary completion15 May 2023
- Study completion30 Jul 2023
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (4)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Nutritional StatusStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Model description
- All participants were assigned to a single intervention arm receiving the parental nutrition education program. Efficacy was evaluated by comparing baseline (pre-intervention) measurements with post-intervention measurements (4 weeks later) within the same subjects.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Mustafa Ozgur, Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07344870
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- GO 2023/206
- Other IDs
- 1919B012306151
- Acronym
- PNE-YBP
- Status last verified
- Dec 2025
- First submitted
- 9 Dec 2025
- Last updated
- 15 Jan 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: De-identified individual participant data for all primary and secondary outcome measures will be made available upon reasonable request to the corresponding author.
Publications
American College of Sports Medicine. ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2002
Keser A, Binnetoğlu FK, Asil E, Babaoglu K. Comparison of food consumption and nutritional statuses of athletic adolescents. Anthropologist. 2016;25(1-2):60-69. doi:10.1080/09720073.2016.11892089
Dener B. Voleybol oyuncularının beslenme bilgi düzeyi ile beslenme durumunun değerlendirilmesi ve beslenme eğitiminin etkisi [master's thesis]. Ankara: Sağlık Bilimleri Enstitüsü; 2018
Torres-McGehee TM, Pritchett KL, Zippel D, Minton DM, Cellamare A, Sibilia M. Sports nutrition knowledge among collegiate athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and strength and conditioning specialists. J Athl Train. 2012 Mar-Apr;47(2):205-11. doi: 10.4085/1062-6050-47.2.205.
PubMed 22488287
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 15 Jan 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Impact of Short-Term Parental Nutrition Education on the Performance and Body Composition of Young Basketball Players: A Pre-Post Intervention Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07344870
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- PNE-YBP / GO 2023/206
- Keywords
- Young players, physical performance, anthropometric measurement, nutrition education, parental involvement, dietary assessment
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 5 May 2023 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 15 May 2023 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Jul 2023 (actual)
- First posted
- 15 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study investigates the impact of a structured, short-term parental nutrition education program on the body composition, athletic performance, and dietary habits of young basketball players aged 8-13 years. Adolescence represents a critical window for physical growth and athletic development, yet many young athletes fail to meet nutritional recommendations. Given that parents are the primary food providers and decision-makers for children in this age group, their nutritional literacy is hypothesized to directly influence the athlete's diet and physical development.
The intervention consists of a 4-week nutrition education program provided to parents. The study utilizes a single-group pre-post design to evaluate changes in the athletes' Lean Body Mass (LBM), body fat percentage, athletic performance (encompassing vertical jump, sprint speed, and flexibility), and daily macronutrient intake (protein and carbohydrate) from baseline to post-intervention.
Detailed description
Study Design: This study employs a single-group, pre-post quasi-experimental design to evaluate the efficacy of a parental nutrition education program. The study population consists of young basketball players aged 8-13 years recruited from the Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University youth basketball team.
Intervention: The primary intervention is a structured "Parental Nutrition Education Program." The education is delivered to the parents/legal guardians of the athletes, as they are the primary food providers. The intervention consists of:
A comprehensive 90-minute online seminar (via Zoom) conducted by a registered dietitian. Topics include macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), micronutrients (calcium, iron, vitamins), hydration strategies, meal timing (pre- and post-training nutrition), and healthy food choices .
Distribution of printed educational brochures and guides to reinforce the seminar content.
Q\&A sessions to address specific nutritional concerns. The intervention period lasts for 4 weeks.
Data Collection and Procedures: Assessments are conducted at two time points: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-Intervention (Week 4).
Dietary Assessment: Dietary intake is evaluated using 3-day food consumption records (2 weekdays and 1 weekend day) via the retrospective recall method. Data are analyzed using the Nutrition Information System (BEBIS 8.0) to calculate daily energy, macronutrient, and micronutrient intake.
Anthropometric Measurements:
Body weight and height are measured using standard protocols. - Body composition (lean body mass, body fat percentage, and basal metabolic rate) is assessed using a bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) device (Tanita MC-780) under standardized conditions (fasted state, no exercise 12h prior).
Waist and hip circumferences are measured using a non-elastic tape. Performance Testing: Physical performance is assessed using a battery of field tests: - Speed: 20-meter sprint test using photocell timing gates. - Explosive Power: Vertical jump test using the Smart Jump System and Standing Long Jump test. - Strength: Handgrip strength (right and left) using a digital dynamometer (Takei 5401). - Endurance: Maximum number of push-ups and sit-ups in 30 seconds. - Agility: T-test. - Flexibility: Sit-and-reach test.
Nutrition Knowledge: The sports nutrition knowledge level of parents is assessed using the "Sports Nutrition Knowledge Level Test" (SNKT), adapted into Turkish, consisting of 20 questions.
Statistical Analysis: Pre- and post-intervention data are compared using paired sample t-tests (for normally distributed data) or Wilcoxon signed-rank tests (for non-normal data). A responder analysis is conducted by stratifying participants based on the change in their protein intake to evaluate dose-response relationships.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 1
- Model description
- All participants were assigned to a single intervention arm receiving the parental nutrition education program. Efficacy was evaluated by comparing baseline (pre-intervention) measurements with post-intervention measurements (4 weeks later) within the same subjects.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Parental Nutrition Education Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Parental Nutrition Education ProgramParticipants in this arm are young basketball players whose parents received a structured 4-week nutrition education program. The intervention included weekly 45-minute face-to-face seminars and printed educational materials covering macronutrients, hydration, and meal timing. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 8 to 13 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Boy and girl basketball players aged 8 to 13 years.
- The youth basketball team must include active licensed players.
- The candidate must maintain regular attendance at training sessions (at least 3 days per week).
- Parents must be willing to participate in the education program and provide written informed consent.
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Diagnosed with chronic metabolic or hormonal diseases.
- Musculoskeletal injuries within the last 3 months.
- Use of medications or supplements affecting metabolism.
- Failure to maintain regular training attendance.
- Parents withdrawing consent during the study.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Parental Nutrition Education ProgramAll participants were assigned to a single intervention arm receiving the parental nutrition education program. Efficacy was evaluated by comparing baseline (pre-intervention) measurements with post-intervention measurements (4 weeks later) within the same subjects. | Behavioural | Parental Nutrition Education Group |
Primary outcome
Change in Lean Body Mass
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 4).
Body composition was assessed using a Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) device (Tanita MC-780) under standardized fasting conditions. The outcome measures the change in lean body mass (kg) from baseline to the end of the intervention
6 secondary outcomes
Change in Athletic Performance Parameters
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Change in Athletic Performance Parameters-2
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 4)
Change in Athletic Performance Parameters-3
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 4)
Change in Daily Dietary Intake-1
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Change in Daily Dietary Intake-2
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Change in Daily Dietary Intake-3
Time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and post-intervention (Week 4).
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 15 Jan 2026.
- Results publicationAmerican College of Sports Medicine. ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2002
- Results publicationKeser A, Binnetoğlu FK, Asil E, Babaoglu K. Comparison of food consumption and nutritional statuses of athletic adolescents. Anthropologist. 2016;25(1-2):60-69. doi:10.1080/09720073.2016.11892089
- Results publicationDener B. Voleybol oyuncularının beslenme bilgi düzeyi ile beslenme durumunun değerlendirilmesi ve beslenme eğitiminin etkisi [master's thesis]. Ankara: Sağlık Bilimleri Enstitüsü; 2018
- Results publication: PubMed 22488287Torres-McGehee TM, Pritchett KL, Zippel D, Minton DM, Cellamare A, Sibilia M. Sports nutrition knowledge among collegiate athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and strength and conditioning specialists. J Athl Train. 2012 Mar-Apr;47(2):205-11. doi: 10.4085/1062-6050-47.2.205.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. De-identified individual participant data for all primary and secondary outcome measures will be made available upon reasonable request to the corresponding author.
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Referral and contact
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The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Parental Nutrition Education Program in people with Nutritional Status and Athletic Performance, run by Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 15 Jan 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Change in Lean Body Mass (time frame: Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 4).). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07344870, which also lists 4 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 15 Jan 2026; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 7 Nov 2026.