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Steroidal Use by Young Women: A Focus on Women, Steroids & Sports Steroids, once notoriously famous for their abuse by bodybuilders, fitness buffs, and professional athletes, have found their way into wardrobes of many young damsels nowadays. Teenage Steroid Use: A Disturbing Trend Amongst High School Kids Steroids are well famous for their testosterone simulating properties of building muscle mass and enhancing endurance and thus have been notoriously abused to boost stamina and athletic performance since shortly after their conception. Common Steroid Pills: Types & Effects Of Use Search Engines, what a luxury they are! For they are a real comfort to those bootlegging myriad of extrajudicial poppin’ pills, which frequently include Steroids! These pills are often based on various male sex hormones that lead to the development of secondary male sexual characteristics, for instance, testosterone. Steroids: Who Uses Steroids & Why? Steroids have no doubt, proved their medicinal worth over a period of time; however, they have also been notoriously abused for their muscle building attributes. All About Anabolic Steroids: Types, General Effects, Conceptions & Misconceptions Steroids or anabolic steroids are a class of hormones affecting the development and growth of sex organs. The artificially synthesized hormones are frequently related to the hormone testosterone which is a potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes in males and & also to lesser extent by ovaries in females. Basics of Steroid Testing: A layman’s Guide to Steroids Testosterone, which is a type of anabolic-androgenic steroids, is known to build muscle tissue & cause the development of male secondary sex characteristics. But, as the natural form of testosterone has a half life of only 10 minutes in the body. All you need to know about Anavar: A Guide to Steroids Anavar is the brand name for the oxandrolone which is an oral steroid that has been 17-α alkylated to survive oral ingestion and the first pass metabolism through the liver. It is a mild anabolic steroid with a low androgenic activity as it lacks the capacity to interact with the 5-alpha reductase enzyme and convert to a more potent ‘di-hydro’ form. All you need to know about Erythropoietin: A Guide to Steroids Erythropoietin or Hematopoietin, unlike most of other steroids, is a glycoprotein i.e. a peptide hormone with a carbohydrate moiety, which produced and released naturally from the peritubular fibroblasts of the cortex in our kidneys. All you need to know about Nolvadex: A Guide to Steroids Nolvadex is the trade name for drug tamoxifen citrate which is an antagonist for estrogen that is used as a first line of clinical defense against carcinomas of breast. All you need to know about Ephedrine: A Guide to Steroids Ephedrine is a sympathomimatic amine derived from a shrub like plant called Ephedra, especially Ephedra sinica, which is found in desert regions in central Asia and other parts of the world and is famous for its dried greens which have medicinal properties. All you need to know about Anadrol: A Guide to Steroids Anadrol is a synthetic anabolic steroid with an active component called Oxymetholone which makes it the strongest androgenic steroid available. It was initially developed for therapeutic purposes due to its pharmacological properties useful for patients of anemia and osteoporosis. Steroid Use: Do they help in staying young? There is a fundamental difference between preventing ageing and retarding aging. It is possible to avoid certain conditions which would otherwise age us early, but they would not actually break the maximum lifespan barrier, which is largely multi-factorial. Ten Important Side Effects of Steroid Use Steroids are man- made substances related to the male sex hormones, usually testosterone, which promote muscular growth and the development of male sexual characteristics. These are categorized drugs, and when used inappropriately, they may cause severe, long lasting, and often irreversible negative health consequences. Testosterone Levels: How do they change over time? There is increasing evidence that some men go through hormonal changes as they age. The most common hormone attributed to these male hormonal changes, often called male menopause, is testosterone. Cancer Causing Agents: Tobacco & Nicotine Smoking is the single biggest cause of cancer in the world, and accounts for one in four cancer deaths in the States. Smoking is known to cause around eighty percent of lung cancer around the world. The 1996 National Household Survey on Drug Abuse has shown that about 62 million people in the United States above 12 years or below 29 percent of the population are current cigarette smokers. Pre-Martial blood Typing: How is it important? Pre-Martial blood typing is very important, assuming ofcourse that you are not planning babies before marriage! In that case, you can go on & read it as Pre-conception blood typing. Lab-based Blood Typing vs Home-based Kits: A Comparative Analysis Blood typing is a method of determining a person's blood type by serological methods. It is important to know your blood type for various reasons. In case of blood transfusions, organ transplantation, pregnancy etc., knowing one’s blood type is very crucial for various medical purposes. How to Quit Smoking Nicotine in cigarette smoke causes an addiction to smoking. Nicotine is an addictive compound, just like heroin and cocaine. Most people begin smoking as teens, usually because of curiosity and peer pressure. Testosterone/Epitestosterone Ratio: How is it significant? Testosterone is a potent androgenic hormone, produced chiefly by testes and occurs naturally in human body. It is responsible for the development of male reproductive organs and secondary sexual characteristics. Steroid Testing: A layman’s Guide to Steroids Anabolic steroids, also known as anabolic-androgenic steroids or AAS, are a class of steroid hormones related to the hormone testosterone which is known to build muscle tissue & to cause the development of male secondary sex characteristics. However, testosterone in its natural form has a half life of only about ten minutes in the body. All You Need to Know About Sleep Apnea Syndrome Sleep Apnea Syndrome refers to transient cessation of respiration during sleep. The most common kind of sleep apnea is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSA) which is defined as the cessation of airflow during sleep preventing air from entering the lungs caused by an obstruction. Effects of Tobacco Smoking on Children Smoking causes eighty percent of lung cancer around the world. One in 5 deaths in the U.S results from the use of tobacco & each year, smoking claims 400,000 lives in the U.S. alone. In 1999, 65% of all secondary students reported having used some type of tobacco product during their lifetime. Blood Type: How to decide & project your child’s blood type? Blood typing is a method of determining a person's blood type by serological methods. These blood types depend on whether or not there are certain antigens on the red blood cells & if there are antibodies to these substances. Sleep Apnea Syndrome: How to test it! Sleep Apnea Syndrome refers to transient cessation of respiration during sleep. There is a sleep test, called polysomnography that is usually done to diagnose sleep apnea. Polysomnography is a study of sleep cycles and behavior, usually done all night long in a sleep center, which involves observing a person at sleep while continuously charting brain waves, muscle activity, breathing, eye movements, and heart rhythms. Second Hand Smoking Tests: How do they work…? Secondhand smoke or passive smoke or environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) is a combination of the smoke produced from burning cigarettes and the smoke exhaled by the smoker, from which over 4,000 different chemicals have been identified & around 50 of these chemicals are known carcinogens, a combinatorial effect of which poses a myriad of health risks to communities across the globe. Second Hand Smoking: Medical or Physiological Effects Secondhand smoke is a combination of the smoke produced from a burning cigarette and the smoke exhaled by the smoker. Second-hand smoke is also known as passive smoke or environmental tobacco smoke (ETS). Blood Typing: What the heck is it…? Blood typing is a method of determining a person's blood type by serological methods. These blood types depend on whether or not there are certain antigens on the red blood cells & if there are antibodies to these substances. Blood Typing is also known as - Cross matching, Rh typing & ABO blood typing etc. Blood Type Diet: Fact or Fiction…? As per the author of book ‘Eat Right for Your Type’ Dr. Peter DÁdamo, there is a relationship between the blood and the foods one eats. According to him, there occurs a chemical reaction between food and blood which is caused by a factor called lectins. Intestinal Disorders: Induced by Drug Use & Abuse Intestine or intestinal tract is the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus. It is a major part of digestive system where it helps in digestion and absorption of digested food. Kidney Disorders: Induced by Drug Use & Abuse Kidney is either of the two bean-shaped excretory organs that filter wastes (especially urea) from the blood and excrete them in urine which passes out of the kidney through ureters to the bladder. Blood Disorders: Induced by Drug Use & Abuse Blood is an opaque, mobile fluid connective tissue that is mesodermal in origin. It consists of plasma, blood cells and platelets amongst a diverse array of molecules and ions. Liver Disorders: Induced by Drug Use & Abuse Liver is a large reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity behind the rib cage. It secretes bile and functions in metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Erectile Dysfunction: When Drugs Cause Impotency Erectile dysfunction is defined as the inability to achieve and maintain penile erection sufficient to permit satisfactory sexual intercourse. Testosterone is necessary for normal sexual arousal and in men testosterone deficiency is associated with impotence. Physiological Effects Caused by Inhalants Abuse Inhalant abuse refers to the inhalation of fumes, vapors or gases to produce a mood altering effect or euphoria. Due to their non-invasive nature and inherent ease of use, an increasing number of teenagers and young adults are turning to inhalants for drug abuse. Dangers of Common Household Products: Inhalants & Their Abuse Inhalants are the volatile substances which produce chemical vapors that can be inhaled to produce a desired effect which may or may not be pharmacological in nature. Causes and Effects of Xanax Abuse by Mid-School Kids Xanax is prescription tranquilizer which depresses the nervous system in a way similar to alcohol. It is also known as Alprazolam & is a part of the class of drugs called benzodiazepines, more commonly referred to as Benzos. Prescription Drug Abuse: Signs You Should Look for in Your Home Drug and substance abuse among teenagers, is substantial. According to a national survey, amongst youth age 12 to 17, about 1.1 million meet the diagnostic criteria for dependence on drugs in the United States. Drug Testing Methods for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Prescription Drug Abuse Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication abuse, frequently by teens & young adults, has resulted in an increase in emergency room visits. How Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Prescription Drug Abuse Affects You? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a highly publicized childhood disorder that affects approximately 5 percent to 7 percent of all children. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Prescription Drug Abuse Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a contentious disorder that is believed to be a developmental disorder that is largely neurological in nature. It is known to affect around 5 percent to 7 percent of all children in the United States, sixty percent of which are known to retain it in the adulthood. All You Need to Know About Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by behavioral and learning disorders & particularly by a persistent pattern of inattention or hyperactivity, as well as forgetfulness, poor impulse control or impulsivity, and distractibility. Causes & Effects of Lead Poisoning Lead is a highly toxic metal found in small amounts in the earth’s crust. Because of its relative abundance, low cost, and physical properties, lead and lead based compounds are frequently used in a wide variety of products including paint, ceramics, pipes, solders, gasoline, batteries, and cosmetics. Sources of Lead Over last few decades, lead poisoning has emerged as one of the major threats to environment and human health. There are many ways in which humans are exposed to lead: through deteriorating paint, household dust, bare soil, air, drinking water, food, ceramics, home remedies, hair dyes and other cosmetics. Much of this lead is of microscopic size, invisible to the naked eye. Vicodin: Prescription Drug Abuse & Testing Vicodin is a derivative of opium, which also used to manufacture heroin. It is the most widely known brand name for a combination of hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Some of its generic equivalents include brand names Lorcet, Lortab, Norco, Panacet and Zydone. Methadone: Prescription Drug Abuse & Testing Methadone is a synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming than that. It is frequently used in narcotic detoxification and heroin addiction rehab. It is available by its trade name Dolophine which actually comes from the German word Dolphium that reflects its German Origin as Methadone was developed in Germany in 1937. OxyContin: Prescription Drug Abuse & Testing OxyContin is an opium derivative, which contains the same active ingredient as in Percodan and Percocet. OxyContin is a very strong narcotic pain reliever similar to morphine. OxyContin is designed so that its oxycodone salt is slowly released over time. OxyContin products are in schedule II of the federal Controlled Substances Act of 1970 in United States. Ultram: Prescription Drug Abuse & Testing Ultram is the trade name for Tramadol which is an atypical opioid. It is a synthetic agent, as a 4-phenyl-piperidine analogue of codeine, and appears to have actions on the GABAergic, noradrenergic and serotonergic systems & is thus used as a centrally acting analgesic for treating moderate to severe pain. How to Cope with Prescription Drug Abuse Millions of individuals receive prescription drugs for their ailments and injuries each year. Some of them never finish the prescription and others take it as it was outlined. However, there are many individuals who use the drug to an extreme and they become addicted to it. In most cases, it starts out as an innocent way to control the pain they have on an ongoing basis. Percocet, Percodan, Tylox - Oxycodone: Prescription Drug Abuse & Testing Percocet, Tylox & Percodans are the different trade names of Oxycodone products. Codeine: Prescription Drug Abuse & Testing Codeine or methylmorphine is an opiate used for its analgesic, antitussive and antidiarrheal properties. It is marketed as the salts codeine sulfate and codeine phosphate. Codeine hydrochloride is more commonly marketed in continental Europe and other regions.
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