Steroids are naturally occurring as sterols, adrenal, sex hormones, some vitamins and make up most drugs as synthetic steroids.
Types Of Steroids and Their Functions 1. Anabolic Steroids -increase muscle mass -promote cell growth and division -testosterone( natural anabolic steroid) is used in sperm production, development of male reproductive organs and emergence of male secondary sexual characteristics. -stimulates bone and muscle growth.
2. Sex Hormones -produced by adrenal cortex -aid in development of gametes -prepare females for pregnancy, menstruation
OTHER -enable longer athletic sessions -increase protein synthesis -Anti-inflammatory steroids can reduce swelling, pain and other manifestations of inflammation
