From what i have heard, from several credible sources, someone on the us women's team tested positive. As of now only the persons family, roommate, and usa swimming know, but im sure it will begin to leak out. Nothing matters though until we get results of the B test.. which could be a few days or even weeks. Not sure when the test was taken, but probably trials. I will try to post more information when I get it, but if anyone could confirm or post what they know, im sure it would be appreciated
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There is a TON of information on the USA Swimming web site about "dietary supplements". This is one good publication:
Dietary Supplements
A Comprehensive Guide for Swim Coaches
www.usaswimming.org/.../Dietary Supplements Guide 05 Dec 15.pdf
Check out the "Yellow-Orange-Red" chart on Page 9. And the inteview with Kicker Vencill on Page 10.
USA Swimming also has a Supplements database:
www.usaswimming.org/.../DesktopDefault.aspx
(or www.usaswimming.org >> Coaches >> Nutrition >> Dietary Supplements)
They also make this statement:
www.usaswimming.org/.../DesktopDefault.aspx
Take at Your Own Risk
Substances that fall under the category of "Take at Your Own Risk" include supplements and herbal products. Because these substances are not regulated by the FDA and may contain substances not identified on the list of ingredients, they are considered to be "Take at Your Own Risk". If an athlete tests positive for a prohibited substance consumed in a supplement, the athlete will be subject to sanctions. Athletes are responsible for what they choose to consume, and must be aware that the consumption of any substance that is included in this category places them at risk of a positive drug test.
Please call the USADA Drug Reference Line at 1.800.233.0393 prior to purchasing any product.
And the USADA has an online drug reference database where you can put in a drug name and it will tell you whether it is banned for athletes:
www.usantidoping.org/.../
(Just for the Smiths, I did a search on their drug of choice. Results here:)
www.usantidoping.org/.../status.aspx
There is a TON of information on the USA Swimming web site about "dietary supplements". This is one good publication:
Dietary Supplements
A Comprehensive Guide for Swim Coaches
www.usaswimming.org/.../Dietary Supplements Guide 05 Dec 15.pdf
Check out the "Yellow-Orange-Red" chart on Page 9. And the inteview with Kicker Vencill on Page 10.
USA Swimming also has a Supplements database:
www.usaswimming.org/.../DesktopDefault.aspx
(or www.usaswimming.org >> Coaches >> Nutrition >> Dietary Supplements)
They also make this statement:
www.usaswimming.org/.../DesktopDefault.aspx
Take at Your Own Risk
Substances that fall under the category of "Take at Your Own Risk" include supplements and herbal products. Because these substances are not regulated by the FDA and may contain substances not identified on the list of ingredients, they are considered to be "Take at Your Own Risk". If an athlete tests positive for a prohibited substance consumed in a supplement, the athlete will be subject to sanctions. Athletes are responsible for what they choose to consume, and must be aware that the consumption of any substance that is included in this category places them at risk of a positive drug test.
Please call the USADA Drug Reference Line at 1.800.233.0393 prior to purchasing any product.
And the USADA has an online drug reference database where you can put in a drug name and it will tell you whether it is banned for athletes:
www.usantidoping.org/.../
(Just for the Smiths, I did a search on their drug of choice. Results here:)
www.usantidoping.org/.../status.aspx
