Somatotropin is a growth hormone and “youth hormone”. Why is it important and why are tests needed?


How to Increase HGH Naturally

There are a number of biological factors that directly affect the production of somatotropin

  • physical activity is one of the most effective and natural ways to increase somatotropin. This includes not only sports in the gym and exercises with heavy weights, but also ordinary physical activity, which should normally be present in everyday life;
  • sleep – a person needs to sleep 6-8 hours a day, and it is best to do this at night, since in the dark many metabolic processes in the body intensify;
  • normal levels of estrogen in both the female and male body. Yes, in this regard, women, especially during the period of maturation, produce growth hormone an order of magnitude higher than men;
  • low blood sugar also has a beneficial effect on growth hormone;
  • consumption of small amounts of some amino acids that are part of somatotropin (glutamine, arginine and others);
  • With normal levels of the hormone ghrelin in the body, a sufficient amount of growth hormone will also be produced.

Increased synthesis may be associated with improper functioning of the thyroid gland. For example, with hyperthyroidism, its amount increases significantly, and this aspect may serve as a basis for conducting a thyroid examination.

To stimulate hormone production and block the negative effects of other substances, you need to eat right. The diet should be rich in proteins, healthy fats and slow carbohydrates, so less sugar will be released into the blood and insulin will work sufficiently. The diet should contain nuts, fish meat, cereals with a low glycemic index, eggs, cottage cheese, etc.

Physical exercise

As already noted, moderate physical activity stimulates the synthesis of growth hormone well. There are two main types of such activity: strength and aerobic. Strength exercises include any exercises in which it is necessary to apply physical force and in which muscle mass increases more intensely, and aerobic exercises include running, all types of walking, skiing, swimming, etc. The greatest success in increasing growth hormone is achieved with strength training, however, they are not the gold standard; it is best for the body when both types are combined.

It is important for a person to devote time to physical activity every day: this may not be brisk walking (it is advisable to take at least 8,000 steps per day), exercise in the gym with dumbbells, on special exercise machines, or at home with light weights.

In addition to the fact that physical activity helps increase the level of growth hormone, it also has a beneficial effect on body weight and helps normalize metabolic processes within the body. With physical activity, carbohydrate metabolism increases - fats are burned more intensely, as they say, and a person’s weight decreases, and weight loss has a beneficial effect on other organs and the system, and a decrease in blood sugar is also observed.

How to increase growth hormone in the body in other ways

As mentioned above, to quickly increase lean muscle mass, athletes resort to the use of special substances or their injections. The artificial administration method can be called dangerous, as it creates an imbalance in the hormonal system, and side effects may occur and even diseases of organs and tissues may develop. The most common complications after taking synthetic growth hormone: heart enlargement, significant increase in blood sugar, development of tumors, etc.

Only under the supervision of a specialist can you choose safe drugs that stimulate growth hormone, which will not harm the body, since they will be selected individually and prescribed in accordance with all norms and rules.

Which doctor should I contact?

The human hormonal system is entirely the responsibility of endocrinologists; if any disturbances occur in it, or intervention in this system is necessary, then the best option is to consult a specialist.

I, Georgy Nikitich Romanov, am a qualified specialist, endocrinologist with more than 20 years of practice. I have extensive classical and modern knowledge in the field of endocrinology. I have many grateful clients with whom we were able to normalize their rhythm of life.

Today I practice not only in the clinic, but also conduct online consultations, which you can sign up for personally with me in any of the following ways: VKontakte, Instagram, WhatsApp, skype, Viber. During an online consultation, I can help decipher the results of instrumental studies, adjust treatment, and answer your questions. I also work with professional athletes, help select the necessary medications for the characteristics of the body, control the process of changes associated with them, etc.

Admission courses

Before using a course of somatotropin, experts recommend getting tested for tumor markers. If the indicators deviate from the norm, injections of growth hormone are strictly prohibited (!).

Solo

Result: increased muscle definition, skin and muscle elasticity.

Duration: 3-6 weeks. A course that is too short will not give a visible effect, while a course that is too long will result in the production of antibodies that bind growth hormone.

Daily dosage: 5 units (1st week), 10 units (2 times 5 units each) - from the 2nd week.

Optimal time of administration: half an hour to an hour before meals before lunch. Can be taken after training.

The use of the drug sometimes leads to inhibition of thyroid function, therefore it is recommended to combine a course of pure somatotropin with thyroxine (take 25 mg/day for the entire course).

Important! An increased dose of GH (>5 units/day) increases sugar levels, overloading the pancreas. To normalize it, insulin is included in the course in a strictly dosed amount - its excess is fraught with hypoglycemic coma

It is recommended to use a portable glucometer a couple of times a day: this will help control sugar levels.

The solo course, in addition to medications, also includes strength training (twice a week), cardio training (twice a week) and sports nutrition for relief.

As an alternative, there is also a “softer” course of somatotropin with a daily dosage of no more than 2.5-3 units. The desired result is achieved much more slowly, but without any side effects.

Somatotropin + steroids

Testosterone enanthate is an ester obtained from natural testosterone. One of the most powerful and popular steroids in bodybuilding. Has a long period of action: about 2-3 weeks. Sustanon is a combination of 4 testosterone esters of varying periods of action. Optimal for gaining weight. Suitable for men only. Winstrol is a synthetic steroid, highly effective in training for relief. Toxic to the liver.

Result: increased muscle definition + active growth of muscle mass, improved condition of muscles and skin.

Course duration: 4-6 weeks (steroids 1-2 weeks longer). A course that is too short will not give a visible effect, while a course that is too long will result in the production of antibodies that bind growth hormone.

Dosage:

  • Somatotropin – 5 IU/day (1st week), 10 IU/day (2 times 5 IU) – from the 2nd week;
  • Testosterone enanthate/sustanon – 250-500 ml per week, duration of use – 8 weeks.

For those whose priority is not weight gain, but its definition, it is recommended to use Winstrol (30 mg daily, entire course) instead of the above steroids. This drug aims to increase the density of muscle tissue, but does not significantly stimulate its growth. It is necessary to follow a special diet.

Optimal time of administration: half an hour to an hour before meals in the period before lunch. Can be taken after training.

This course is considered one of the most powerful by athletes. A significant effect is achieved due to the excellent combination of anabolic steroids and GH. Moreover, the combination is absolutely harmless to the athlete’s health.

Somatotropin + fat burners

Thyroxine is one of the thyroid hormones. It is actively used by bodybuilders to reduce fat levels during cutting training.

Result: increased muscle definition due to intensive fat burning. Increased muscle elasticity.

Course duration: 4-6 weeks. A course that is too short will not give a visible effect, while a course that is too long will result in the production of antibodies that bind growth hormone.

Dosage:

  • Somatotropin – 5 IU/day (1st week), 10 IU/day (2 times 5 IU) – from the 2nd week;
  • Thyroxine - 100-200 mcg/day (the dosage is divided strictly into 3 doses - in the morning, lunch and evening). Sufficient dosage for intensive fat burning. If you increase the dose, side effects will certainly appear and the process of muscle destruction will begin. The initial dose is 50 mcg/day, then increase it by 25 mcg every other day until the maximum is reached. After a month of taking the maximum amount, the dose should be reduced by 25 mcg every other day until discontinuation.

Optimal time of administration: 30-60 minutes before meals until lunch. Injections after training are also allowed.

To increase the effectiveness of the course, you should follow a diet that minimizes the amount of fats and fast carbohydrates. Add protein to your diet (≥250 g per day). In addition to medications, the course also includes split training (twice a week) and long aerobic exercise (hourly).

Features of application

Somatotropin in sports

Somatotropin is used in sports, regardless of gender, by persons over 20 years of age (at an earlier age, asymmetric bone development is possible) in order to increase muscle definition. However, its increase is usually insignificant and occurs mainly due to fat loss.

The experience of athletes has shown that the hormone helps increase muscle volume and reduce fat reserves. But there are those who did not receive even partial results. Unfortunately, there are no accurate data on the ratio of effective to ineffective use.

Anabolic effect

One of the main properties of GH compared to most anabolic drugs is the preservation of the resulting muscle mass and strength indicators after completion of the cycle. All thanks to the intensive growth of muscle cells, which allows athletes to progress in their training several months after completing the course of treatment.

Important! One of the possible negative properties of somatotropin is the ability to “burn out” the fat layer where it is often injected, followed by tissue inflammation. It should be mentioned that the increase in muscle mass in the case of a course of taking GH depends on many factors, including the individual genetic predisposition of the athlete, type of training, nutrition, age, lifestyle, sleep, use of steroids, etc.

It should be mentioned that the increase in muscle mass in the case of a course of taking GH depends on many factors, including the individual genetic predisposition of the athlete, type of training, nutrition, age, lifestyle, sleep, use of steroids, etc.

Making a rough estimate, subject to good physical fitness, involving intense training with a frequency of about 4-5 times a week, excellent health indicators, and using the drug for the first time, a 30% increase in lean muscle mass is possible over 5 months. The result of the first course cycle of somatotropin is always the best. Each subsequent one will not be able to compare with it in terms of the strength of the anabolic effect.

Thyroid

The thyroid gland is a small endocrine gland located on the front surface of the neck and consisting of two halves connected by an isthmus. It produces the same thyroid hormones that have a close relationship with TSH.

Thyroid hormones are biologically active substances whose molecules contain iodine. These are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which regulate the processes of growth and development of the body, and are also involved in the regulation of metabolic rate. They increase the tissue's need for oxygen, and also contribute to an increase in blood pressure, frequency and strength of heart contractions.

A person’s energy, psychological energy and the speed of cognitive processes depend on thyroid hormones. They also promote the formation of glucose in the liver and its use by cells, while they suppress the accumulation of glycogen. In addition, thyroid hormones promote faster decomposition of fat and prevent the formation of new ones.

Who can use the hormone?

Athletes can add a dose of growth hormone to their daily diet no earlier than 20 years of age. At a younger age, the likelihood of uneven development of elements of the musculoskeletal system increases.

Among people suffering from diabetes, there are also those who cannot imagine their life without sports, but they can take somatotropin only after consultation with their doctor. The fact is that growth hormone reduces the level of insulin in the blood. If the dynamics are positive, the doctor may allow the patient to increase the insulin dose, but not by more than 3 units, in order to maintain its optimal concentration after suppression by somatotropin. It is strictly forbidden to independently, without the permission of a doctor, adjust the dose of insulin for existing diseases.

Previously, experts believed that diabetes was incompatible with taking growth hormone. But today this statement has been refuted, since the beneficial effect of somatotropin on restoration processes in cells and rejuvenation of the body has been confirmed (source in English - Modern opinion in endocrine and metabolic research). Important conditions for its use are constant monitoring of glucose levels using a glucometer, as well as preliminary consultation with your doctor.

Myths and prejudices

There is a misconception that muscle breakdown occurs at night due to catabolism. Proponents of this opinion practice snacking at night to give the body nutrients to break down. But in fact, at night, the production of growth hormone increases, due to which muscle tissue becomes stronger.

During the day, the human body receives energy from proteins and carbohydrates. Night secretion of growth hormone leads to the fact that fats begin to participate in energy metabolism. At this time of day, catabolism affects only adipose tissue, without affecting the muscles in any way. The muscle fibers are nourished by fat reserves, which prevent them from being destroyed. This does not require additional food intake. For the same reason, snacking after dinner is also useless. Undigested food in the stomach interferes with sleep and impairs the quality of sleep.

Method of diluting the hormone in powder and method of administration

Buy Somatropin at the pharmacy. How to dilute growth hormone is not difficult to understand. You need to wipe the tip of the ampoule and the cap of the bottle with powder with alcohol. Then you need to draw liquid from the ampoule with a syringe and, piercing the lid of the bottle with the medicine with a syringe needle, inject the solvent into the wall along the wall, and then dilute the somatropin by shaking the bottle. It is better to put growth hormone in your stomach in the area 2 cm from your navel. Athletes usually know how to stab.

Where to inject, besides the stomach? You can give an injection in the leg or arm, in the upper outer part. The skin is wiped with alcohol, a fold is made from it and it is injected into the fold, inserting a syringe shallowly.

Production and functions

Somatotropin is a protein substance produced by the pituitary gland, an endocrine gland located near the brain. It belongs to anabolic steroids. It is called growth hormone because in adolescents it causes the growth of long bones. Thanks to him, a person becomes taller. But this is not the only consequence of the functioning of the substance. The hormone helps build muscle and burn excess fat.

Growth somatotropin is a peptide and contains just under 200 amino acids. Growth hormone in sports is prohibited for use as a doping. But, thanks to its properties, somatropin has found application in bodybuilding. Lovers of biceps and triceps can buy it in online stores. In addition, Somatropin is used to treat dwarfism in children.

Contraindications and side effects

The most common side effects of using growth hormone to gain muscle weight include bloating, stomach pain, and joint pain. If you take drugs correctly, you can avoid these complications. You should not immediately take the maximum dose, but start with half the dosage, increasing it slightly every 2 days until the volume of the drug reaches the prescribed amount.

For boys and girls under 20 years of age, taking the drug is recommended only under the constant supervision of a specialist. Although abnormal bone growth is unlikely, some disproportion in the body may occur.

Before you start taking steroids to gain muscle mass, you must be tested for tumor markers specified by your doctor. People with cancer are prohibited from using anabolic steroids, as they can cause tumor growth.

The effect of somatotropin on the body

Course administration of the hormone leads to the following changes in the body:

  1. Metabolism accelerates.
  2. The body's protective properties are increased by strengthening the immune system.
  3. The rate of repair of cellular damage increases.
  4. Intensive burning of fat deposits occurs.
  5. Stimulates the formation of proteins and the flow of amino acids into cells.
  6. The growth of muscle tissue increases.
  7. The overall endurance of the body increases.
  8. Cells are rejuvenated.
  9. Muscles, bones, joints and cartilage are strengthened due to additional activation of collagen and chondroitin sulfate.
  10. The breakdown of muscle tissue slows down.
  11. Blood glucose levels increase.
  12. A wound healing effect is realized.

Some of these effects are exerted by somatotropin itself directly, and the suppressive range of actions is due to insulin-like growth factor (source - Wikipedia).

Somatotropin has a unique property; it simultaneously affects the growth of connective tissues (muscles, ligaments, bones, etc.) and the reduction of the amount of fat in the body.

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Taking somatotropin is effective when combined with steroids, which, interacting with each other, lead to the creation of muscle relief and an increase in the effectiveness of drying the body.

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