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This 5 page paper discusses ergogenic aids, which include steroids, and their use. It argues that steroids are not only illegal but dangerous and should not be used. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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ergogenic aids and what they are; steroids and their use; the difference between steroids and the human growth hormone; and the medical risks associated with steroids. Discussion Ergogenic aids are
defined as any means that athletes used to enhance their performance (Quinn, 2009). They may be substances, drugs, "procedures or even devices that are intended to improve athletic performance"
(Quinn, 2009). Some of these substances occur in nature and are legal and easily available; others are "manufactured, illegal or banned by many sporting organizations" (Quinn, 2009). Even when these
substances are natural and legal, some fans and players think that using them is unethical (Quinn, 2009). There is an on-going debate about which substances should be regulated, which
should be banned completely and which are harmless; until definitive decisions are reached, the controversy will continue (Quinn, 2009). Among the ergogenic aids are such things as unregulated sports supplements,
vitamins and minerals, including protein supplements, B-vitamins and glucosamine (Quinn, 2009). Protein is necessary to build muscle and everyone needs it, not just athletes. However, players may use protein shakes
to increase their intake (Quinn, 2009). These are completely legal. So are supplements like glucosamine and creatine. Many people take glucosamine for joint pain and presumably athletes take it for
the same reason. The strain on their joints from professional sports is tremendous, and glucosamine may help to stimulate the growth of new cartilage, increasing mobility and reducing pain (Quinn,
2009). Vitamins are necessary for proper function, but it is thought there could be a link between the B-vitamins, which include "thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B-6, B-12 and folate" and improved
athletic performance (Quinn, 2009). The above are all natural and unregulated and are available to anyone over the counter. But athletes sometimes turn to unregulated, questionable or even banned supplements
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