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HGH, or the Human Growth Hormone, has recently been a part of the anti-aging conversation. Some call HGH a “miracle hormone” that can reduce the effects of aging on women and actually make them look younger. HGH is actually found in the human body and is excreted during puberty from the pituitary gland and then is excreted much less throughout the rest of a person’s life. Once a person reaches 80 years old, there is hardly any HGH in their system and no excretion from the pituitary gland. Because there is so much of this hormone in a teenager’s body, and we see less of it as time goes on and especially during the time we start to age, many researchers think there is a link between HGH and aging itself.

Is there? Researchers have claimed that when studying the effects of HGH when introduced in higher amounts in people past their teenage years, those people have experienced positive results. Some results include improved immune functions, more stamina and less body fat production. They have less wrinkles and a more youthful look. However, many of these studies are showing different amounts of positive effects with each result. Some claim that there is 9% reduced body fat in subjects, while others are claiming much more weight loss.

Others say these claims are quite far-fetched. A downside to HGH is that it cannot be stimulated or acquired by foods; it requires injecting the hormone directly into the body to work. And with this being relatively new research, it seems that we have yet to really know the negative health effects of this substance. There may not be any at all, or there may be some negative side effects to this hormone when injected late in life. If you are thinking about getting into these hormones, be sure to speak with a doctor and do a lot of research before committing to ensure seeing the bigger picture.

Studies have shown that some procedures used to rejuvenate the face were found to have similar effects on the face as UV rays. UV rays are harmful and have been linked to cancer. With the chances of getting skin cancer already so high in the younger population, exposing them to harmful rays early on in their lives will only increase those chances.

The procedures referred to include Botox and wrinkle reduction surgeries. New information suggests that older women are no longer the only people getting Botox and wrinkle reduction, procedures usually reserved for those women age 40+, but young women are now getting them as well. Why? The motivation seems to be that these young people want to get rid of wrinkles and fine lines before they start.

Some health experts will suggest that these procedures are not advisable in most women, especially those who are doing it as preventative measures. Instead, healthier preventative measures include wearing sunscreen and sun-protective clothing, drinking plenty of water, eating healthy, and getting eight hours of sleep.