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growth hormone  

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  • Growth hormone is a hormone that is produced in the pituitary glands and has anabolic (promoting growth) effects on the body. Growth hormone is critical for normal growth and development of cells. [Source: Encyclopedia of Obesity; Growth Hormone]

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