Introduction To Performance Enhancement
Performance-enhancing substances such as HGH (Human Growth Hormone) have always been a part of human history.
Often imagination has played a role in the selection of what might enhance performance.
Foods like artichokes and carrots are thought to be stimulating because they look like genitalia. Eggs, beets, and fennel were also thought to have sexual power. Oysters, for example, were considered scintillating. Aromatic spices helped raise body temperature and provided quick energy.
In recent times, competitors have used a variety of supplemental substances, both naturally and pharmaceutically derived, to increase muscle size and achieve a ripped, dry physique.
To win competitions, most, if not all, bodybuilders took to anabolic steroids in the early 1960s as a child takes to sugar.
A new compound entered the drug regimens of champions not afraid to push the boundaries in the 1970s: growth hormone (HGH).
Growth hormone is required in precise amounts for the optimal functioning of many physiological processes and the growth of body tissues, including muscle. Generally, this is achieved, resulting in average development and functioning. However, too much or too little HGH can cause serious health issues.
Does human growth hormone help build muscle?
The main scientifically proven advantage of taking growth hormone is increased lean muscle mass, which equals less body fat. If you have trouble gaining muscle or losing fat, growth hormone may help. Researchers examined 44 papers on athletes’ use of growth hormones. Those who received daily injections for three weeks gained 4.6 pounds in lean body mass. Because growth hormone alone doesn’t seem to boost speed, agility, or strength, many people use it with anabolic steroids. Many people who use GH with steroids report little benefit when using GH alone. The results will vary, but growth hormone is not the miracle treatment some claim to be.
What Are Growth Hormone Side Effects?
All medications may cause adverse effects. Taking too much GH can have severe repercussions if you don’t have an actual GH deficit.
Headaches, aches, pains, nausea, changes in blood sugar and insulin levels, etc. Overdue GH can induce Acromegaly, which causes excessive development of the face, hands, and feet. Bodybuilders who use GH often combine it with steroids to reduce adverse effects.
Contact your doctor if you take growth hormones and have any symptoms mentioned above. There is limited research on the effects of long-term growth hormone use, so use caution and see a doctor.
What growth hormone do bodybuilders use?
HGH is injected intramuscularly and subcutaneously (under the skin) if prescribed. Illegal suppliers may supply HGH in injectable form.
Some companies sell HGH and chemicals that increase HGH production as dietary supplements online, claiming the same benefits as injections. These pills are also known as HGH releasers. Some contain amino acids, which are claimed to enhance HGH levels.
But there’s no proof that these supplements work as well as hGH. There are also homeopathic HGH therapies. Their benefits are unproven.
SeroVital is a well-known supplement brand. Its amino acids are known to naturally raise HGH levels. This is said to be anti-aging. SeroVital claims to strengthen bones, enhance muscular mass, and burn fat. More research is needed.
What are the side effects?
- Fatigue
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Muscular or joint ache
- Arm and leg swelling due to fluid retention (edema)
- High cholesterol levels
- Greater risk of heart disease and diabetes
- Face, hand, and foot growth (acromegaly)
- Mood Swings
- Heart Enlagergments
- Gynecomastia
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