HGH (Human Growth Hormone) & Peptides: The Ultimate Guide

HGH and peptides are powerful compounds used for muscle growth, fat loss, anti-aging, and recovery. Unlike steroids and SARMs, they work through different pathways (primarily the GH-IGF-1 axis) and offer unique benefits—but also come with risks.

1. What is HGH?
Human Growth Hormone (HGH, Somatotropin) is a natural hormone produced by the pituitary gland. It regulates:

Muscle growth (via IGF-1 stimulation)

Fat metabolism (enhances lipolysis)

Bone density & recovery

Collagen production (skin, joints, anti-aging)

Synthetic HGH (Somatropin) is used medically for:

Growth hormone deficiency (children & adults)

Muscle wasting (HIV/AIDS)

Turner syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome

Bodybuilding & Anti-aging Use:

Bulking: Increases lean mass (when combined with AAS).

Cutting: Burns stubborn fat (especially visceral & abdominal).

Recovery: Speeds up healing (injuries, surgeries).

Anti-Aging: Improves skin elasticity, energy, sleep.

2. Popular HGH Brands (Pharmaceutical & UGL)
Brand Origin Legitimacy
Norditropin (Novo Nordisk) Pharma (US/EU) Highly trusted
Genotropin (Pfizer) Pharma (US/EU) Top-tier, expensive
Omnitrope (Sandoz) Pharma (US) FDA-approved generic
Hygetropin (China) UGL Common but often faked
Ansomone (China) UGL Decent reputation
Black Market Risks: Many “HGH” vials contain fake peptides (e.g., GHRP-2, HCG) or underdosed somatropin.

3. HGH Dosage & Cycling
Medical Dose: 0.5-2 IU/day

Bodybuilding Dose: 2-6 IU/day (higher doses increase side effects)

Anti-Aging Dose: 1-3 IU/day

Cycle Length: 3-6 months (long-term use is common)

Best Practices:
✔ Start low (1-2 IU) to assess tolerance.
✔ Split doses (AM & post-workout).
✔ Avoid before bed (can interfere with natural GH pulse).

4. Side Effects of HGH
Acromegaly (bone/jaw growth with long-term abuse)

Insulin Resistance (can lead to diabetes)

Joint Pain & Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Water Retention (puffy face/hands)

Increased Organ Growth (heart, liver, kidneys)

Mitigation:

Monitor blood glucose (use metformin or berberine if needed).

Keep doses moderate (avoid exceeding 4-6 IU/day).

5. What Are Peptides?
Peptides are short-chain amino acids that stimulate natural HGH release or provide other benefits.

A) Growth Hormone-Releasing Peptides (GHRPs & GHRHs)
GHRP-2 / GHRP-6 – Stimulate hunger & GH release.

Ipamorelin – Cleaner GH release (no hunger sides).

CJC-1295 (DAC & No DAC) – Long-acting GH pulse enhancer.