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You also release anabolic (building) hormones during NREM, which prevent the breakdown of muscle proteins and help you keep your muscle mass

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Water retention : Possible at higher doses, consistent with GH-mediated fluid retention
Cell death is a consequence of severe liver damage that occurs in many patients with chronic liver disease, regardless of the etiology such as HCV/HBV infection, heavy alcohol intake, and iron overload