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anabolismProcess of building up body tissue, promoted by the influence of certain hormones. It is the constructive side of metabolism, as opposed to catabolism. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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As with human athletes, anabolic steroids used purely to gain a
competitive edge allow racehorses to train longer and harder, so
trainers can squeeze more starts into a shorter period of time without
regard for long-term damage. The use of drugs was one, particularly anabolic steroids. Next we'll learn that Mary Poppins was
able to fly because she was using anabolic steroids. |
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