Human Growth Hormone By: Tabi Farr, Megan Shamleffer, Mari-Jean

Vance, Kelsey Frisch, Kari Wahl

Basic PremiseProduced by pituitary glandPromotes growth during early childhood and

adolescenceMuscle growthHeight

Acts on liver and other tissue to stimulate production of insulin-like growth factors

Amount of HGH decreases with age, and with obesity

ClaimsReduces body fatBuild muscleBetter sex lifeImproves sleep qualityAnti-aging

HairSkin and wrinkles

Forms

InjectionsPrescribed by doctorEx:

4-8 IU 2 doses per day

(morning and evening) 6 days

Doses gradually increased

ExpensiveSeem to work faster

SupplementsOTCMost mimic the actual

hormone.

SublingualDrops Spray

DietTheory SpecificsConsume high protein

and carbohydratesTo help natural

production of HGHProtein is important for

development of lean muscle

Consume 50% CHO30% PRO20% Fat

Distinguish between simple/complex CHO

Avoid alcohol Eat plenty of fruits and

vegetables

Pros ConsAids in weight loss

Especially in obese individuals

Increases fat cell reduction

Works as anabolic effect of increasing insulin-like growth factor.

Increases Muscle massQuicker weight loss

Long term use can decrease normal HGH production

Fluid retention can occur

Carpal tunnel syndromeJoint painExpensive

ResearchBegan with studies involving people with

human growth hormone deficiencyIncrease bone densityIncrease muscle massDecrease body fatIncrease exercise capacity

Some research has shown that it can help with weight loss in obese individuals.

More research needs to be conducted in this area

PerspectiveWay too expensive!!!Injections are invasiveSupplements are not regulatedNot convenientQuick fixes do not workNot enough research shows proof of weight

loss for average adults

ConclusionsWould not recommend this for weight loss

Used for people who are deficient in this hormone

Food consumption is within the normal guidelines

Is a source of ethical dilemma Sports

Lack of research supporting significant weight loss