What are the pros and cons of using steroids?

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What are the pros and cons of using steroids?

Anabolic steroids, technically known as anabolic-androgenic steroids(AAS), are drugs that are structurally related to the cyclic steroid ring system and have similar effects to testosterone in the body. They increase protein within cells, especially in skeletal muscles.

Pros -

1. Overall feeling of well-being
2. Super-human recovery powers
3. Enhanced liposis (fat burning)
4. Enhanced protein synthesis
5. Increased energy
6. Increased strength
7. Improved focus
8. Feel younger
9. Drastically improved libido
10. Push your muscle growth past normal limits

Cons-

1. Enlarged heart
2. Blood pressure
3. Immune system - will be slightly suppressed