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Saturday, February 28, 2009

Does human growth hormone slow aging?

By Sam G. Smith

Human growth hormone (HGH) is described by some as the key to slowing the aging process. Before you sign up, get the facts, and understand proven ways to promote healthy aging.

Pituitary gland produces the growth hormone in your body. This glad is a pea-sized structure at the base of the brain. Childhood growth is fueled by this gland and it maintains tissues and organs throughout life. Growth hormone production slowly reduces starting in middle age. Because of this, synthetic HGH has received popularity in slowing down the aging process. However, there's little evidence to suggest synthetic human growth hormone can help otherwise healthy adults regain youth and vitality

Studies of adults who have a growth hormone deficiency show that human growth hormone can

Increase bone density

Increase muscle mass

Increase exercise capability

Increase exercise capability

Approval has been granted to treat AIDS or HIV related muscle wasting with human growth hormone.

In healthy older adults, human growth hormone can increase muscle mass and reduce the amount of body fat. But increase in muscle doesnt translate in increase in strength. In fact, researchers have found that strength training is a cheaper more effective way to increase muscle mass and strength. It isnt clear HGH may provide other benefits to healthy adults.

Human growth hormone injection will lead to following side effects:

Swelling in the arms and legs

For men enlargement of breast tissue (gynecomastia)

Joint Pain

For men enlargement of breast tissue (gynecomastia)

Some research suggests that side effects of injecting human growth hormone treatments may be more likely in older adults than in younger adults.

Human growth hormones can cost thousands of dollars.

What is the bottom line?

If you have specific concern about aging, ask your doctor about ways to improve your health. Remember, eating nutritious foods, controlling portion size and including physical activities in your daily routine can help you stay healthy and strong as you get older. - 17274

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