274 - Performance-enhancing drugs and hormones—risks, rewards, & broader implications for the public

Watch the full episode & view show notes here: Become a member to receive exclusive content: Sign up to receive Peter’s email newsletter: Derek is a fitness educator & the entrepreneur behind More Plates More Dates & an expert in molecules commonly used & misused by bodybuilders & athletes. This conversation explores various compounds like growth hormone, testosterone, androgens, SARMs, estrogen, finasteride, peptides, & much more. Derek walks through how these molecules are used by athletes to gain an edge while also exploring their impact on disease risk, hair loss, fertility, & more. This conversation aims to provide insights into whether these compounds are uniformly harmful or if there are broader implications that could benefit the general population. We discuss: 0:00:00-Intro 0:00:47-Derek’s experimentation with anabolic steroids at a young age 0:1