In the past, experts believed that the pituitary gland wasn’t capable of producing high levels of growth hormone throughout the entirety of life. Thus, as we aged, our human growth hormone (HGH) levels would fall and we would experience the symptoms associated with aging.  Now, experts know that the pituitary gland does have the potential to produce high levels of HGH, regardless of age.  Experts still haven’t figured out exactly why HGH levels drop as we age but they do know that HGH levels can be manipulated with supplements.

HGH releasers are dietary supplements which contain ingredients that increase HGH levels naturally.  The main ingredients in HGH releasers are amino acids, which are small molecules which make up proteins.  They are very important for brain function, such as keeping a healthy nervous system.  Human growth hormone consists of 191 amino acids so an adequate supply of amino acids is obviously important for natural HGH production.

Aside from amino acids, HGH releasers often contain ingredients like L-dopa (a neurotransmitter which is formulated as an amino acid in supplements), GABA (another neurotransmitter), minerals like chromium, and pituitary powder. There are multiple studies which support the effectiveness of supplements for increasing HGH levels.  Here are just a few of the significant clinical studies:

 

• Low LC. “Growth hormone-releasing hormone: clinical studies and therapeutic aspects”. Neuroendocrinology 53 Suppl 1 (1991): 37–40.  The Study shows the benefits of the amino acid L-arginine for HGH production.
• Quabbe HJ; Ramek W, Luyckx AS. “Growth hormone, cortisol and glucagon concentration during plasma free fatty acid depression. Different effects of nicotinic acid and an adenosine derivative”. J Clin Endocr Metab 57 (1983): 410–414.
• Alba-Roth J, Müller OA, Schopohl J, von Werder K. “Arginine stimulates growth hormone secretion by suppressing endogenous somatostatin secretion”. J. Clin. Endocrinol. Metabolism (1988).
• Suminski, RR, et al. “Acute effect of amino acid ingestion and resistance exercise on plasma growth hormone concentration in young men.” International Journal of Sport Nutrition 7.1 (1997):48-60.
• Amoikon, EK, et al. “Effect of chromium tripicolinate on growth, glucose tolerance, insulin sensitivity, plasma metabolites, and growth hormone in pigs.” Journal of Animal Science 73.4 (1995):1123-1130.
• Isidori, I, et al. “A study of growth hormone release in man after oral administration of amino acids.” Current Medical Research & Opinion 7.7 (1981): 475-481.

There are many different ingredients which can boost natural HGH production, thus there are hundreds of studies which could be cited as proof that HGH releasers work.  Of course, not all HGH releasers are going to work though.  It is important that the HGH releaser contains quality ingredients in dosage amounts high enough to get results.

How Will I Know Which HGH Releasers Work?

When choosing an HGH releaser, the reputation of the company is very important.  The companies which make low-quality products will quickly fall off of the market, leaving only the high-quality products lasting.  Make sure that the HGH releaser you choose lists all ingredients and also the dosage amount.  Ideally, you should take an HGH releaser several times per day, not just once or twice.  Quality HGH releasers are not cheap, but are well worth it considering the benefits.