Question
What does the term “using growth hormone” mean in the medical field?
Answer
Growth hormone is a chemical substance in plants known as indoleacetic acid, and it is also a hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that promotes body growth. It can indirectly promote the formation of epiphyseal cartilage during the growth period, thereby promoting the growth of bones and cartilage, leading to an increase in an individual’s height. Additionally, growth hormone affects intermediary metabolism and energy metabolism, promoting protein synthesis, increasing the intake and utilization of essential elements such as sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and sulfur. At the same time, by inhibiting sugar consumption, it accelerates fat decomposition, shifting the energy source from sugar breakdown to fat breakdown.