Safe & Effective HGH Supplements
HGH, also known as human growth hormone, has been called the fountain of youth. This growth hormone is found in both humans and animals. The hormone is created by the body in abundance when we are young, but as we age the levels of this hormone drop off. Some people are very intrigued about this hormone because of circulating rumors that supplementation helps to slow down the aging process. However, there are no published studies to indicate whether this is true or not. Regardless, some people still take HGH supplements for other health benefits. Human growth hormone can be chemically or naturally derived. There are safe supplements on the market, but there are also some products which cause severe side effects such as swelling, headaches and high blood pressure.
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Natural Herbal HGH
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Herbal HGH products are considered to be safer than chemical injections because these products are not actually HGH; these products are HGH stimulators. Stimulators are thought to be much safer because the herbal and vitamin ingredients stimulate the body's own natural production of human growth hormone.
Pharmaceutical Brands
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Pharmaceutical-grade HGH supplements are considered safe to a certain extent, when used in moderation. The supplements are very potent and quite expensive. A tiny bottle of this type of HGH supplement can cost up to $100. These products are considered safe because they are FDA-approved and made without any animal byproducts. High-potency HGH supplements are made with the real HGH hormone. (See resources below to buy pharmaceutical-grade HGH)
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Warning about Steroid-Based HGH Supplements
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Steroid-based HGH supplements can only be obtained with a prescription from a doctor. These supplements can cause permanent side effects such as larger bone structure and masculine traits. These treatments are typically only given out to children with severe short stature and people undergoing a sex change.
The Age Factor
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Any type of HGH supplement, whether it is from a natural or synthetic source, should only be taken by a person over the age of 21. Teenagers and young adults are advised against taking HGH in any form because their bodies are still developing. Younger people already have a natural balance of human growth hormone in their body.
Considerations
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HGH supplements are safe as long as they are taken as directed on the label or by a doctor. Never overdose on HGH. Women who are pregnant or nursing should never take HGH supplements. If you are taking any other medications, be sure to talk to your doctor before using human growth hormone or stimulants. Some herbs may interact with certain medications.
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