Why not just use steroid alternatives, supplements, and performance enhancers?
The claims about these products have not been proven. Some only affect your wallet– they are expensive and don’t work. Others, even those purchased legally, can have the same dangerous side effects as steroids and also can seriously affect your metabolism. Make sure you check with a doctor before you start taking anything. Why do steroids make men grow breasts and women get a deep voice and beard? Steroids interact with the hormones that are already in your body. Because the mixture of hormones in a woman’s body is different from the mixture in a man’s body, steroids can have a different inpact on women and men. Remember, while the intended changes from steroid use are temporary, some of the not so desirable changes may not be. If you or someone you know has been using steroids, talk to a coach, school counselor, a friend, a parent, or someone else you trust. See the fact sheet “Where Teens Can Get Help For Addictions”. Disclaimer: This data base includes primarily agencies and progra
