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Quick Summary
The master hormone for body composition, recovery, and anti-aging
Also called: HGH, Somatropin, GH
What is Growth Hormone (HGH)?
Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is a peptide hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration. HGH promotes lipolysis (fat breakdown), increases lean muscle mass, improves skin quality and thickness, enhances recovery, and supports bone density. Synthetic HGH (Somatropin) is FDA-approved for specific medical conditions but is widely used off-label. Many users opt for GH secretagogues (like Ipamorelin, CJC-1295, or Sermorelin) as a safer, more natural alternative that stimulates the body's own GH production.
How It's Made
Recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH) is produced using recombinant DNA technology in bacteria or mammalian cell cultures. It is identical in structure to naturally produced pituitary GH.
Potential Benefits
Who Uses This?
Common goals and use cases for Growth Hormone (HGH):