Prohormones 101
You may have heard about sports and fitness supplements referred to as prohormones. But just what are they and how do they work?
Prohormones are precursors to hormones. These substances are used in sports and fitness medicine and training in order to help improve strength, stamina and endurance. Prohormones don’t actually add hormones to the body like steroids do, but they are designed to enhance the strength of the already existent human hormones.There are a few types of prohormones, including pro-opiomelanocortin and proinsulin. These peptide hormones with the help of enzymes help to give the naturally occurring hormones in the human body a boost. By way of utilizing the precursors the body’s own hormone levels, it is believed that the body’s naturally occurring hormones responsible for power and muscle bulk will increase. For bodybuilders and athletes, these prohormones, and especially ones designed to build up testosterone levels, are used to enhance active hormones and thereby promote greater physical ability. Prohormones are used to achieve the advantages offered by traditional hormones without being subject to the major side effects or legal difficulties. These hormone like substance can be used to help increase size, muscle mass, endurance and decrease body fat ratio. Although some prohormones have the potential to increase the likelihood of acne and other smaller side effects traditionally associated with anabolic steroids, proper post-cycle recovery therapy can be useful in avoiding or diminishing these effects.As with any medication, always consult a physician or health care professional before beginning any new supplement regime. Take as directed on the package and do not exceed recommended doses.
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