1) The study surveyed 40 NCAA Division II swimmers about their nutrition knowledge, supplement use, and use of sodium bicarbonate. 2) It found that 85% of swimmers used supplements, with males being more likely to use supplements than females. The majority believed supplements were necessary to perform well but had little actual knowledge about supplements. 3) Regarding sodium bicarbonate specifically, 17% of swimmers reported using it, with most saying it improved performance but one reporting side effects. Knowledge of its side effects was low overall.