Anabolic Steroids

Anabolic Steroids

Done by : Abdulla JaberH00229972

CIC

what are Steroids??

General definition:

- Steroids are synthetic hormones designed to treat medical diseases. Also it is considered as a drugs

Types of steroids

Anabolic Steroids

Corticosteroids

History of Anabolic Steroids

Was Discovered in the 1930s in Switzerland

by chemist Adolf Butenandt .

Chemist Adolf Butenandt produced synthetic form of testosterone.

First use of steroids was in the 1940s by the Soviet union.

Anabolic Steroids

Steroids are mainly Androgenic

• Based on the male characteristics

Forms of Anabolic Steroids

Injectable

Forms of Anabolic Steroids

Oral (pills or capsules)

Use of Anabolic Steroids??

Anabolic Steroids:

1. Muscle enlargement

2. Enhanced metabolism

3. Better overall recovery

4. Increased Stamina

Use of Anabolic Steroids??

Who uses Steroids??

Professional athletes

Individuals who want to look better faster

Who uses Steroids??

An individual who is look to be a better athlete

Even Women use steroids!

Side Effects of Steroids!

Shrunk Testicles

Acne

Roid Rage

Anxiety

Breasts become larger

References

http://www.cesar.umd.edu/cesar/drugs/steroids.asp

http://www.steroid.com/History-of-Steroids.php

http://www.intheknowzone.com/substance-abuse-topics/steroids/history.html

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