MODULE SUPPLEMENT: ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
Why is Growth Hormone Important to Our Clinical Practice?

Consider the effects of growth hormone.

It improves bone mass and promotes the development of lean body mass. Since both of these decline with age, it is easy to understand the interest in growth hormone as a solution to many of the problems experienced by older adults. Especially since changes in bone mass and lean body mass are associated with altered mobility and fall risk (also see General Changes in the Bone with Age--Note: This link will open in a new browser window which you can close to return here). And, in fact, ads promote growth hormone for the purpose of maintaining muscle mass and strength. For examples, refer to the following sites:

http://hgh-human-growth-hormone.com

http://www.csmngt.com/human_growth_hormone.htm

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