Corticosteroids even though they are catabolic, they are included in the chemical enhancement of a professional cyclist or marathon runner, because of their anti-inflammatory activity and their ability to cure the musculoskeletal system, particularly the joints. Moreover, corticosteroids contribute to
The speculated ”roid rage” deals with the consequences of performance enhancing drugs (PED’s) & androgenic anabolic steroids (AAS) abuse in the mental status and psychology of bodybuilders. The psychopathological aspect of PED’s /AAS neurotoxicity and dependence can present as a
Bodybuilding is impressive, but is also a double-edged sword, when it is not consisted with the requirements of knowledge-knowhow and prevention. You should not blame the drugs in case you use them carelessly, or if you stack carelessly different compounds. The contradictory and paradoxical
– Using supplements and dairy products with phytosterols (plant based estrogens) – Avoidance of excessive saturated fat and trans fat/refined carbohydrates-sugars – Regular use of coenzyme Q10, which has the ability to increase aerobic energy production of myocardium, along with magnesium,
The intake of androgenic anabolic steroids (AAS) burdens the kidneys through the process of glomerular filtration in the renal parenchyma. The first stage of AAS metabolism takes place into the liver, but later chemicals pass through the glomerulus and renal
The abuse of Performance Enhancing Drugs (PED’s) has been associated with the occurrence of serious cardiovascular events in athletes, including the development of cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, heart failure, hypertension and thrombosis. Androgenic anabolic steroids (AAS) disturb serum levels of
The athlete’s heart is a deviation of a normal shaped myocardium. It is a natural response, a physiological remodeling to the continuous stimulus of strenuous physical activity, such as endurance running under high intensity. Many studies have shown that cardiac adjustment varies,
The anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) are highly toxic to the hepatocyte and cause significant damage, both to the structure and function of the hepatic parenchyma. Especially the hepatotoxic 17 alkylated orals, which significantly disrupt the excretory function of the organ. Alkylation
Before the beginning of a cycle, it is necessary for the steroid user, to undergo specific laboratory tests, in order to evaluate his general health condition. Adverse effects and possible tissue damage is dependent on various parameters, such as age,
1) HGH (GROWTH HORMONE-SOMATOTROPIN): – acromegaly (arthritis, fatigue fractures) – diabetes mellitus type II (non insulin dependent), hypothyroidism – cardiomegaly (chronic abuse) => increased rate of cardiovascular disease and progressive heart failure – carpal tunnel syndrome – obstructive sleep apnea