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