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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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The Dark Side of Bodybuilding: Health Risks and Tragedies

This chapter explores the devastating impact of performance-enhancing drugs on bodybuilders, particularly highlighting tragic cases of young athletes who lost their lives unexpectedly. The discussion examines health protocols, potential causes of death, and the alarming trend of organ enlargement, all while addressing the complex relationship between bodybuilding practices and serious health risks.

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