HGH

VGL Fitness Human Growth Hormone, a premium peptide known for its powerful effects on recovery, fat loss, muscle density and skin quality. HGH supports deeper sleep, improved joint health and long-term physique enhancement, making it a staple in both performance and anti-ageing protocols.

Human Growth Hormone (HGH)

Drug Class: Peptide Hormone

Type: Injectable (Subcutaneous or Intramuscular)

Common Brand Names: Norditropin, Genotropin, Saizen, Omnitrope, generic Somatropin

Use (Clinical / Recreational):

• Clinical: Treatment of growth hormone deficiency, Turner syndrome, wasting conditions, and short bowel syndrome

• Recreational: Used for fat loss, recovery, muscle fullness, skin quality, and anti-ageing purposes

Half-Life: Plasma half-life: ~2–3 hours

Biological activity duration: ~12–24 hours

Administration: Subcutaneous injection, typically once daily (AM or pre-bed)

 Typical Recreational Dose:

• Fat Loss / Wellness: 1–2 IU/day
• Body Recomposition: 3–4 IU/day
• Enhanced Muscle Gain: 4–6 IU/day (higher risk of side effects)

Cycle Duration: 8–24 weeks or longer (chronic low-dose use is common)

 Primary Benefits:

• Promotes fat loss, particularly visceral and abdominal
• Improves skin, hair, and nail quality●
• Enhances recovery, sleep, and general well-being
• Mild increase in lean muscle mass when combined with AAS
• Improves tendon and joint integrity over time

Common Side Effects:

• Water retention (hands, feet, face)
• Joint stiffness or pain
• Numbness or tingling in fingers (carpal tunnel-like symptoms)
• Lethargy during the early stages

Serious Risks (Dose-Dependent):

• Insulin resistance and elevated fasting glucose
• Enlargement of internal organs (with chronic high doses)
• Risk of triggering tumour growth in individuals with undiagnosed cancers
• Headaches, raised intracranial pressure (rare)

Mitigation / Harm Reduction Tips:

• Start with low doses (1–2 IU) and titrate up gradually
• Inject subcutaneously in the morning or before bed to mimic natural rhythm
• Monitor fasting glucose, insulin sensitivity (HOMA-IR), and thyroid function
• Combine with regular cardio and carbohydrate control to maintain insulin sensitivity
• Consider using in synergy with testosterone or peptides (e.g. GHRP/GHRH) for enhanced effect
• Pharmaceutical-grade HGH is preferred over underground brands due to counterfeiting Risk

Stacking Considerations:

• Often stacked with testosterone, Anavar, or Primobolan for recomposition
• Can be used during both cutting and bulking phases
• Can enhance recovery in post-cycle or injury rehab protocols

 PCT Needs:

• None – HGH is not suppressive to endogenous testosterone or LH/FSH
• Can be discontinued without a formal taper, though gradual reduction is preferred in long-term users