subject: Uses for Human Growth Hormone [print this page] The human body truly is a marvel, performing deeds each day that we do not have to actively think about. The brain is constantly firing signals to the organs and glands, making sure that the proper levels of activity are occurring, and letting us know immediately when they are not. HGH, or human growth hormone, is one of those bodily activities that happens without our conscious knowledge. HGH is a hormone that is secreted by the anterior pituitary gland, and it enhances tissue growth by encouraging protein formation. HGH is a natural hormone that serves many different functions in the body. The human growth hormone is responsible for many of the health benefits that we associate with youth, such as energy, stamina, and vitality.
Because of the many benefits associated with HGH, physicians have studied ways to stimulate HGH production or to introduce extra HGH to the human body. Patients that have received HGH injections report younger looking skin, increases in muscle mass, decreases in body fat, and increases in bone density. Physicians have also noticed that HGH can stimulate cell growth in muscles, organs, and bones, particularly in patients that are over the age of thirty. The hormone also stimulates brain function and enzyme function. Controlled studies suggest that HGH can reverse several signs of aging by ten to twenty years. Many would go so far as so say that HGH is the modern-day fountain of youth.
Of course, with to many benefits to this natural hormone, it is understandable that doctors would work to find as many applications as possible. HGH in a genetically engineered form, called Serostim, has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of AIDS wasting syndrome. The hormone is also used with children that experience delays in growth and development.
Most treatments are available in injection form, but it is possible to receive HGH by mail order. It is recommended that you discuss any possible HGH treatments with your doctor. As with any medication, there are possible side effects and dangers associated with some of the synthetic HGH injections, and you can avoid many of these problems by discussing the benefits and dangers with your physician. Above all, listen to your body. Just because you don't hear it speaking, doesn't mean it's not talking to you.
