Human Growth Hormone?

Question

Ok my primary question is this, is HGH the same thing as steroids, like the side effects and all that negative c**p?

If not then how good is it to use?

Lots of good details are welcome. i know basically nothing about this stuff except that it will help with body building if used right.

Answer 1

Some bodybuilders use drugs to gain an advantage in strength training, especially in professional competitions. Although these substances are illegal without prescription in many countries, in professional bodybuilding anabolic steroids and precursor substances such as pro hormones are used very frequently. Some negative side-effects accompany steroid abuse, such as liver damage, breast enlargement, acne, male pattern baldness and a decline in the body's own testosterone production, which can cause testicular atrophy.

Growth Hormone (hGH) and insulin are also used. GH is relatively expensive compared to steroids. The known risks of GH are few and rare, but they do include hip pain, headaches, nausea, joint pain, and pancreatitis. However, systematic reviews have demonstrated that hGH supplementation does not significantly increase muscle strength or aerobic exercise capacity in healthy individuals. While its possible that there is some advantage, it is also evident that benefits are being exaggerated by some for commercial gain.

As for insulin bodybuilders are claimed to inject up to 10 i.u. of quick-acting synthetic insulin following meals containing starchy carbohydrates and protein, but little fat, in an attempt to 'force feed' muscle cells with nutrients necessary for growth, whilst preventing growth of fat cells. This may be done up to four times each day, following meals, for a total usage of perhaps 40iu of synthetic insulin per day. The abuse of exogenous insulin carries with it an attendant risk of hypoglycemic coma and death when the amount used is in excess of that required to handle ingested carbohydrate. Acute risks include brain damage, paralysis, and death. Long-term risks may include development of type 2 diabetes, and potentially a lifetime dependency on exogenous insulin

Answer 2

the only legal use for this to my knowledge (legal in sport, not sure about legal in law) is for recovery or a muscle injury, during the rehabilitation process.

Answer 3

I am looking to get some please let me know where.

                            Thanks,

                   Barry Bonds, Ex MLB Player looking for a Job