1. By: Tabi Farr, Megan Shamleffer, Mari-Jean Vance, Kelsey Frisch, Kari Wahl

2. Basic Premise Produced by pituitary gland Promotes growth during early childhood and adolescence Muscle growth Height Acts on liver and other tissue to stimulate production of insulin-like growth factors Amount of HGH decreases with age, and with obesity

3. Claims Reduces body fat Build muscle Better sex life Improves sleep quality Anti-aging Hair Skin and wrinkles

4. Forms Injections Prescribed by doctor Ex: 4-8 IU 2 doses per day (morning and evening) 6 days Doses gradually increased Expensive Seem to work faster Supplements OTC Most mimic the actual hormone. Sublingual Drops Spray

5. Diet Theory Specifics Consume high protein and carbohydrates To help natural production of HGH Protein is important for development of lean muscle Consume 50% CHO 30% PRO 20% Fat Distinguish between simple/complex CHO Avoid alcohol Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables

6. Pros Cons Aids in weight loss Especially in obese individuals Increases fat cell reduction Works as anabolic effect of increasing insulin-like growth factor. Increases Muscle mass Quicker weight loss Long term use can decrease normal HGH production Fluid retention can occur Carpal tunnel syndrome Joint pain Expensive

7. Research Began with studies involving people with human growth hormone deficiency Increase bone density Increase muscle mass Decrease body fat Increase exercise capacity Some research has shown that it can help with weight loss in obese individuals. More research needs to be conducted in this area

8. Perspective Way too expensive!!! Injections are invasive Supplements are not regulated Not convenient Quick fixes do not work Not enough research shows proof of weight loss for average adults

9. Conclusions Would not recommend this for weight loss Used for people who are deficient in this hormone Food consumption is within the normal guidelines Is a source of ethical dilemma Sports Lack of research supporting significant weight loss