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#274 - Performance-enhancing drugs and hormones: risks, rewards, and broader implications for the public | Derek: More Plates, More Dates

The Peter Attia Drive

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Exploring the Risks and Benefits of SARMs

This chapter investigates selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs) and their design compared to traditional anabolic steroids, emphasizing their targeted anabolic effects and associated risks. It also covers popular SARMs like LGD-4033 and the complexities of performance-enhancing drugs in bodybuilding, addressing issues from hormonal balance to the prevalence of serious side effects. The discussion highlights the fine line bodybuilders walk between achieving muscle growth and managing health risks, including the impact of substance cycling and dosage.

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