Asociación entre el nivel de actividad física y el consumo de suplementos nutricionales en estudiantes universitarios entre 18 a 25 años de Lima Metropolitana, Perú

Humberto David Della Rocca Piña; Juan Pablo Minchan Nizama · Revista Peruana de Ciencias de la Actividad Física y Deporte (2026) · DOI: 10.53820/rpcafd.v13i2.449

Resumen

Objective: To determine whether there is an association between physical activity levels and the use of nutritional supplements among college students aged 18 to 25 in Metropolitan Lima, Peru. Methodology: A quantitative observational and cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey. The study involved a total population of 176 university students aged 18 to 25 from Lima Metropolitan, Peru. Results: Regarding intense physical activity and DS consumption, there is a positive association (PR = 1.21) but not significant. Out of 176 students, 61.93% were female. Half of the participants belonged to the Health Sciences faculty. "Vitamin C" was the most consumed DS (41.48%). The primary reason for DS consumption, at 46.02%, was for health. Only 61.47% relied on healthcare professionals for information on DS consumption, and just 43.44% of consumers read DS labels. 19.67% of consumers experienced adverse reactions. Conclusion: Within this research, a higher intake of SN was observed among those engaging in intense physical activity, although this association was not significant.

Instituciones: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas