Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is not only one of the most beneficial hormones our body produces, but one of the most sought after in exogenous form. HGH is identical to the naturally produced hormone and represents not only one of the most beneficial exogenous hormones but one of the most well-tolerated among men and women. It also has a high level of performance enhancement.
HGH is in no shape or form an anabolic steroid. It does carry strong anabolic properties, but being anabolic does not make something an anabolic steroid.
HGH is a protein hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland. It is produced by all living human beings and is at its highest levels during childhood. HGH represents one of the most important hormones in the human body as it affects our bones, skeletal muscle and internal organs, as well as plays roles in numerous other areas throughout the body.  It also supports the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and minerals. Through its direct mode of action, it can also stimulate the growth of connective tissue. HGH has been shown to significantly increase the size and number of cells in skeletal muscle. 
HGH sends a signal to the cells in the muscle, bone and adipose tissue to promote anabolism (muscle growth) and lipolysis (fat loss). However, it also carries indirect traits in that it increases gluconeogenesis and promotes insulin resistance. In the end, all these traits give us a reduced sensitivity to insulin, increased glucose levels and increases in the rate of lipolysis.
True Human Growth Hormone carries 191 amino acid residues making it identical to naturally produced HGH.
Effects of Human Growth Hormone:
The effects of HGH are nothing short of tremendous. Through supplementation of Somatropin, we can see improvements in numerous areas of our physical wellbeing, and in some cases, they can be dramatic. In a therapeutic setting, HGH is most commonly used to treat pituitary dwarfism in children or to combat an HGH deficiency in adults. This could be caused by pituitary cancer or simply be due to a lack of production that commonly occurs with age. HGH is also used to treat those with HIV or AIDS and has proven extremely beneficial in numerous muscle wasting conditions. Synthetic HGH has also proven beneficial to burn victims and short bowel syndrome. It’s most common purpose of use is as an anti-aging medication. 
HGH has rapidly become one of the most sought-after hormones on the market. Even when used alone HGH will promote recovery far greater than most exogenous hormones, as well as carry a pronounced positive effect on the metabolism. As it pertains to healing, HGH carries tremendous healing properties that can be beneficial to nearly all areas of the human body.
Human Growth Hormone has in recent years been deemed the fountain of youth, and as we look at the effects of HGH it’s not too hard to see why. Will it prevent aging? Absolutely not, but it can undoubtedly make the aging process far more manageable. In short, there are very few healthy adults who would not benefit from HGH supplementation, and this includes not only in a performance setting but in all walks of life. To give you a direct understanding or appreciation, the effects of Human Growth Hormone can include the following in both men and women:
•    Decreased Body Fat
•    Enhanced Ability to Maintain Proper Body Fat Levels
•    A Tighter Physique
•    Enhanced Metabolic Rate
•    Enhanced Sense of Wellbeing
•    Healthier Skin
•    Improved Sleeping Patterns
•    Increased Bone Strength
•    Increased Energy
•    Increased Joint Strength
•    Increased Lean Tissue Growth
•    Increased Rate of Physical Recovery
•    Increased Tendon Strength
Side Effects of Human Growth Hormone:
HGH is one of the safest hormones any man or woman can administer to their body. This is not a foreign substance, it is a hormone your body is well accustomed to, and more importantly, one it needs. While overall it is a tremendously safe hormone, there are possible side effects of Human Growth Hormone use. The most common side effects of HGH include water retention, specifically around the ankles and wrist, joint pain and headaches. Some may also experience flu like symptoms, but such symptoms normally only exist at the early stages of use and normally subside quickly.
Some may also experience nausea, dizziness, respiratory infection and numbness of the skin. 
Human Growth Hormone Administration:
Human Growth Hormone is an injectable hormone that can be administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly. 
For the performance enhancing athlete, there can be a wide range of HGH doses. For male athletes, 2-4iu per day is most common, and can be extremely beneficial to athletes as well as those who are physique minded. Such a dose will promote fat loss and all the recovery and rejuvenation traits associated with the hormone. When coupled with anabolic steroids, due to the synergy created between HGH and anabolic steroids, you will see the standard steroid cycle greatly enhanced. The standard anabolic steroid cycle becomes far more beneficial. For the female HGH user, the same traits and benefits can be obtained with 1-2iu per day.
While the above doses will provide a tremendous benefit, in a performance setting in order to achieve truly remarkable muscle tissue growth the total dose will need to be increased. Most men will need 6-8iu’s per day. More can be used and will provide greater results, but it will also greatly exasperate the potential for negative side effects. Females who wish to approach true growth benefits will need to approach the 3-4iu per day range.
Regardless of the total dosing, HGH is not something that produces fast results. In order to promote fat loss and enhance recovery, at minimum the individual will need 8-12 weeks of use with 16 weeks being far more effective.