EPHEDRA USE IN A SELECT GROUP OF ADOLESCENT ATHLETES

Ephedra-containing dietary supplements are consumed to improve sports performace, but may carry risks of cardiac and neurological adverse events. Little is known of their use by young athletes. Our aim was to determine the prevalence and patterns of ephedra use among high school athletes. An anonymo...

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Main Authors: Michael P. Schaefer, Jay Smith, Diane L. Dahm, Matthew C. Sorenson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Uludag 2006-09-01
Series:Journal of Sports Science and Medicine
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Online Access:http://www.jssm.org/vol5/n3/6/v5n3-6text.php