Are Natural Steroids Real?

[MuscleMecca Crew]

Yes, natural steroids exist; they are quite similar to the steroids that the human body secretes, like the hormones, testosterone, cortisol and progesterone. The body produces these natural steroids to build muscles and other tissues in the body. However, natural steroids are compounds that can be found in external natural substances like plants and herbs.

According to research, these natural steroids are capable of performing the same functions as anabolic steroids in the body. Natural steroids are compounds that build and repair muscles, enhance performance, and increase the secretion of testosterone.

Natural steroids can also be regarded as legal steroids and they're available on the market. It's being sold as a mixture of ingredients.

Continue reading to learn more about natural steroids and some of their examples. Also, you'll learn about the risks, safety and advantages of natural steroids.

Check out some examples of natural steroids below;

• Creatine​

As it stands, creatine is the only natural steroid considered to be fit for use in the human body by the Food and Drug Administration(FDA). Even at that, it should only be used by adults to help enhance their athletic performance. Research has revealed that using creatine drug for 5-7 days can cause an increase in the following:

• strength
• power
• work involving multiple sets of maximal-effort muscle contractions
• sprinting and soccer performance

Apart from the creatine drug, no other drug is approved by the FDA for human consumption. However, creatine is not the only drug that can build and repair muscles or enhance athletic performance.

• Ashwagandha​

Also called Withania somnifera, or ashwagandha. This herb is very potent and performs some functions like revitalization, rejuvenation and longevity. A study shows that if a man is given 500 my dose of ashwagandha for 12 weeks, he'll be able to perform high-intensity training a least 4 days a week.

The people who used the drug have testified of greater strength both in their lower and upper body coupled with an increase in body mass.

• Tribulus terrestrial​

Certain compounds are found in this drug and they're known as steroidal saponins. This compound can easily perform the same function as the natural testosterone that the body produces. This drug can improve muscle growth and testosterone level. However, Tribulus Terrestris needs to undergo a series of tests and trials to know the extent to which it can affect a man.

• DAA​

D-AA meaning D-aspartic acid contributes to the production and secretion of testosterone in the body. However, according to the same research conducted on DAA, the drug has only been able to increase testosterone levels in animals. More research needs to be made on how it increases testosterone production in humans.

• Vitamin D​

Vitamin D naturally is good for the bone. Intake of vitamin F increases strength in the bone. However, recent studies reveal that vitamin D also contributes to muscle growth and strength. And there's a relationship between vitamin D deficiency and lack of muscle strength and mass. However, this connection still needs to be further studied to arrive at a healthy conclusion.

According to some studies, female adults experience moderate body composition and reduced body fat because they have an increase in vitamin D levels.

Research has concluded that vitamin D affects muscle health by improving fatty tissues. But this study still needs to undergo further studies to fact-check if this connection applies to a wider audience.

• Zinc​

Zinc according to some research has shown that it contributes to muscle growth and repairs. Researchers have only concentrated on how zinc contributes to muscle regulation. The drug may also be connected to other age-related muscle loss called sarcopenia. A recent review shows that the relationship between zinc intake and physical performance is only possible in an observational study and not experimentally.

With this report, more tests need to be carried out on how zinc intake can contribute to muscle growth and enhance performance.

• Magnesium​

Magnesium contributes to muscle growth and increases performance during exercise by reacting to the enzymes in the body. According to research, magnesium can help maintain muscle integrity during increased intensity training.

A recent study has shown that if a man takes 400mg of magnesium for 3 weeks every day, it helps to repair the muscle tissue.

• DHEA​

Dehydroepiandrosterone is a precursor molecule drug that the body changes into the hormones testosterone and estradiol. The causes of the increase in protein production will consequently increase muscle growth and strength.

• Ginseng​

According to some research, ginseng can help prevent some health issues like muscle loss, diabetes and aging. Some research shows that using black ginseng extract on some muscle cells helps increase muscle-specific gene expression and cellular differentiation. This helps improve the muscle cells in size, strength and width.

• Fenugreek​

More study needs to be carried out on this herb. According to recent research, fenugreek extract caused an increase in endurance and stamina during exercise. The research also shows that the herb may have fat-reducing properties.

This herb may also contain properties that can increase testosterone levels in the body.

Safety​

According to the FDA, several products flying about in the markets as bodybuilding supplements are harmful to the body and are considered toxic. Some companies sell these products as dietary supplements as a way of boycotting the FDA warnings about the drugs.

The FDA speculates that several harmful compounds and other substances are hidden in some bodybuilding supplements or they're sold as bodybuilding supplements. These harmful substances will have negative impacts and side effects on their users.

They could also clash with the intake of other supplements and cause negative reactions.

Sometime in 2013, the FDA placed a warning on all users of bodybuilding supplements to avoid drugs that contain the stimulant dimethylamylamine. According to the FDA, this stimulant can cause a sudden increase in blood pressure and this could trigger cardiovascular problems.

Benefits​

Natural steroids perform an important function on their users; below are some of the benefits of natural steroids:

• improving endurance
• improving strength
• increasing exercise efficiency
• increasing endurance for high-intensity training
• Enhancing and improving overall athletic performance.

However, the only natural steroid drug that has been endorsed by FDA and approved for use is Creatine.

Natural steroids cannot be entirely considered safe, as they may still have side effects but they won't be as bad as anabolic steroids. These natural steroids still need to go through a series of tests and studies to understand their potency and the exact effect it has on the health of their users.

Risks​

It's risky to consume whatever steroid you find without proper consultation from a certified doctor. Some steroids on the markets contain harmful substances and compounds. The intake of these drugs can jeopardise your health and cause:

• addiction
• liver damage
• kidney damage
• increased risk of cardiovascular problems like a heart attack or stroke.
• irritability
• aggressive behaviour
• weight gain
• fluid retention
• nausea
• diarrhoea
• cramping
• baldness or hair loss
• severe acne
• blood clots
• increased blood pressure and cholesterol levels
• mood swings
• paranoia or manic behaviour
• hallucinations and delusions

Men who take natural steroids that function like the traditional anabolic steroids may experience certain side effects like:

• developing breasts
• having an increased risk of prostate cancer
• shrinking testes
• having reduced sperm count and male infertility
• experiencing erectile dysfunction

Also, the females are not left out. When females take natural steroids that perform like the traditional anabolic steroids, they also experience some side effects like:

• excessive facial and body hair growth
• loss of breast tissue
• swelling of the clitoris
• increased sex drive
• deepened voice
• problems with menstruation

Some bodybuilding supplements are manufactured with certain vitamins and minerals that can be injurious to health due to their high level of toxicity.

Adolescents who also use anabolic steroids or any supplement for that matter without appropriate guidance before they hit their puberty stage may experience serious side effects like weakness in the bones and stunted growth.

If a person plans on taking steroids without a doctor's prescription or they've been taking them without seeking a doctor's advice, then it's time for them to seek medical advice. Because you cannot stop using the drugs all of a sudden. Firstly because it's addictive and secondly, it may cause:

• insomnia
• anorexia
• anxiety
• depression and apathy
• trouble concentrating
• reduced sex drive
• unexplained exhaustion
• muscle and joint pain
• headaches

On a final note;​

A couple of products are on the market now claiming to consist of natural steroids that work just like the human steroids( testosterone) in the body. However, this speculation is fake as there is only one drug made of natural steroids that are approved for use on humans and that's creatine. Apart from creatine, no other product is allowed to be used on humans other than for curing certain problems like menopause symptoms.

The FDA does not approve of other dietary supplements safe for creatine because there is a high tendency that they contain harmful and unlawful substances. If a user of any supplement, you should seek professional assistance if you start to notice any of this:

• nausea
• fatigue
• weakness
• fever
• abdominal pain or chest pain
• shortness of breath
• brown or discoloured urine

 

[Arumann]

Of course, there are natural steroids, but I think that it makes no sense to buy steroids because you can buy supplements that are very effective and, most importantly, safe for your health. When I started in the gym, I spent a lot of time looking for good supplements.

 

[Anthony]

so helpfull!!!