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  2. Growth hormone deficiency - Wikipedia

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    In the first year of treatment, the rate of growth may increase from half as fast as other children are growing to twice as fast (e.g., from 1 inch a year to 4 inches, or 2.5 cm to 10). Growth typically slows in subsequent years, but usually remains above normal so that over several years a child who had fallen far behind in their height may ...

  3. Growth hormone therapy - Wikipedia

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    Growth hormone is a peptide hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth and cell reproduction. In the past, growth hormone was extracted from human pituitary glands. Growth hormone is now produced by recombinant DNA technology and is prescribed for a variety of reasons. GH therapy has been a focus of social and ethical ...

  4. Growth hormone - Wikipedia

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    Effects of growth hormone on the tissues of the body can generally be described as anabolic (building up). Like most other peptide hormones, GH acts by interacting with a specific receptor on the surface of cells. [citation needed] Increased height during childhood is the most widely known effect of GH.

  5. Neurobiological effects of physical exercise - Wikipedia

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    Another review asserted that evidence from clinical trials supports the efficacy of physical exercise as a treatment for depression over a 2–4 month period. [5] These benefits have also been noted in old age, with a review conducted in 2019 finding that exercise is an effective treatment for clinically diagnosed depression in older adults. [105]

  6. Supplement brand TruHeight suggests it can help kids grow ...

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    The doctor will likely go over your child’s growth curve, which tracks height and weight over time, to confirm that your child is in a stable growing pattern. “Even if that growth percentile ...

  7. Effects of nicotine on human brain development - Wikipedia

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    Epinephrine stimulates the central nervous system and increases blood pressure, breathing, and heart rate. [30] As with most addictive substances, nicotine increases levels of a chemical messenger in the brain called dopamine, which affects parts of the brain that control reward (pleasure from natural behaviors such as eating). [30]

  8. 7 Easy Ways to Stimulate Your Brain As You Age ... - AOL

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    Put the phone down and grab a book. Whether you prefer a steamy romance novel, a fascinating piece of nonfiction, or a moody mystery, reading boasts tons of benefits for your brain.

  9. Walking This Much Could Add 11 Years To Your Life - AOL

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    A recent study found that adding 111 minutes of daily walking could help you live 11 years longer. Here's experts want you to know about walking's benefits.