Human Growth Hormone (HGH), in extremely scientific terms, is a protein peptide hormone, stimulating cell reproduction and regeneration. Normally in humans, growth hormone is secreted by pituitary gland. However, if there is some dysfunction in the secretion, due to any reason, there are supplements to fulfill the body’s requirement of this hormone. This article provides some information on the same.
The growth experienced in an individual, since the time of birth till he/she grows into a healthy normal adult, is as a result of the growth hormones. Human Growth hormone is basically a protein of 191 amino acids and is secreted from the pituitary gland. It is secreted from the anterior part of the pituitary gland in a pulsatile manner. There are periods when the secretion is at full swing at every 3 to 5 hour interval. As we all know, the secretion of this hormone is the highest in young adolescents. Brain functioning, sexual maturity, muscle building, and strength, all is facilitated and enhanced by growth hormones.
Sometimes, there is a lot of possibility that the HGH is not secreted properly due to various reasons. These reasons could include trauma, infections, radiation to the head, tumors, or consumption of lifesaving drugs like cortisone, for a chronic disease. Cortisone, especially hinders the functioning of the immune system and the natural secretion of hormones. So if this happens, it would have adverse effects on the growth of an individual. In such a case, it could result in stunted growth, decreased strength, and exercise tolerance, delayed onset of puberty, and so on.
The treatment for this is hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Somatotropin drug is injected in the fat beneath the skin to give a boost to the growth of the hormones. Again, this hormone is either given when the individual is still growing up or directly in the middle ages, when people often need to counter their aging process. That is when the supplements would be required. They are used for either stimulating the stunted growth in kids or for replenishing the diminished amount of HGH as one grows in age.
Popular Human Growth Hormone Supplements
These supplements are available in different forms – injections, sprays, and releaser pills. Pills are by far the safest bet for replenishing the growth hormone content. Although these are said to reverse the aging effects, they should be used with discretion. So, here are the most popular supplements.
Gen FX
It is touted as the biggest breakthrough when it comes to aging. People are increasingly opting for this to regain their youthfulness. Gen FX includes L-Lysine, L-Arginine, L-Glutamine, L-Glycine, L-Pyroglutamate, L-Tyrosine, Panax Ginseng Powder, Soy Phosphatides Complex, Anterior Pituitary, Hypothalamus, Phytosterol Complex, L-Isoleucine, L-Leucine, L-Methionine, L-Phenylalanine, L-Threonine, and L-Valine. All these are natural ingredients and this supposedly makes GenFX the first choice of the doctors.
Gen F20
Gen F20 is another anti-aging supplement which is considered to be one of the effective growth hormone supplements. This is also believed to enhance metabolism, cardiovascular system, and detoxify the body as well. It has 3 highly effective ingredients – acai berry, green tea, and resveratrol. This is equally good for men as well as women.
Provacyl
Comprising herbal extracts, Provacyl is absolutely natural and is especially for men. It is supposed to increase the testosterone levels in men and stimulate growth hormone as well. Further, it helps in gaining lean muscle mass, stopping hair loss, increasing sexual vitality, maintaining bone density, and strength, etc. It has herbs like panax ginseng, gingko biloba, acai fruit, chasteberry, and a few others.
Symbiotropin
Symbiotropin is a proprietary blend of amino acids and anterior pituitary peptides. This is believed to promote fat reduction, promote healthy skin, nails, and hair, along with a few other beneficial effects. These come in tablets and the ingredients include Glycoamino acid complex, Novel Polyose Complex, Citric Acid, Potassium Bicarbonate, Glucose, L-Glutamine, L-Arginine, L-Pyroglutamate, Sodium Bicarbonate, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Gamma Aminobutyric Acid, Glycine, Sodium Carbonate, Polyethylene Glycol, Mixed Berry Flavor, Magnesium Stearate, and Sodium Benzoate Powder.
There are a few more supplements like sytropin as well, which are available. This was just a glimpse of the numerous supplements. One can also opt for homeopathy and natural supplements, for growth hormone replacement in adolescents as well as adults.
Before opting for the aforementioned products, it is always better to consult the concerned doctor. Moreover, it is necessary to be careful with these products, as they are not exactly natural as they are claimed to be and can have side effects as well.
Disclaimer: This article is for informative purposes only and does not in any way attempt to replace the advice offered by an expert on the subject.
