The human growth hormone was first used to treat hormone deficiency in humans before branching out to being used in bodybuilding. This was most likely inspired by the results of early work showing that when injected into healthy people, there was an increase in strength, lean muscle, along with producing a youthful and energetic appearance.
People experienced in bodybuilding have suggested that using the human growth hormone does make these changes happen.
The human growth hormone, or HGH, provides normal growth in children and teens but also regulates such metabolic processes as fat and carbohydrate. As people age, HGH levels decrease resulting in excess fat along with muscle loss and less energy. Using the human growth hormone to enhance bodybuilding is meant to reverse these negative changes.
However, there are some things that bodybuilders and athletes should know before embarking on a regular course of these injections. First of all, it’s banned by both the NCAA and WADA along with other sports organizations. If a competing athlete is shown to be using HGH, that’s cause for disqualification.
While all studies do indicate lean muscle increases and body fat decreases when HGH is used, it’s not clear whether or not this actually gives the athlete a better chance of winning. It’s quite possible that increased muscles may not provide more strength overall. There are also many negative side effects that far outweigh any possible benefits.
Some of these side effects include thyroid problems, high fat levels in the blood, depression, heart disease, and diabetes just to name a few. These are some unpleasant side effects that can be depended upon if HGH is used on a regular basis. Minor damage, however, can be reversed if the hormone treatment is discontinued, although certain physical changes will be permanent.
Other issues with using human growth hormones are that they are unbelievably expensive and there are many counterfeit products that are around. Only a medical professional can inject HGH and provide expert monitoring. Costs run into thousands of dollars each month. When you look at it from the point of view that people who are supposed to be the healthiest are the ones putting this possible toxin into their systems, it’s rather ironic.
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