Testosterone & Cortisol: Boosters, Side Effects & Risks

Testosterone boosters and steroid use carry risks like estrogen dominance and hyperthyroidism. Managing high cortisol levels through diet and understanding the functions of lipids and progesterone is vital for hormonal health.

The Short Term Side Effects of Steroids

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Nicole Van Hoey

Steroids are a type of hormone produced by the body to contribute to cell function, muscle and tissue building, and stress and growth regulation. Corticosteroids are a type of manufactured prescription drug product given to mimic or enhance the effects of the body's natural steroids.

Nicole Van Hoey is a pharmacist and medical writer/editor in Washington, D.C. She has worked extensively on National Institutes of Health and trade pharmacy publications and is a contributing textbook writer on topics in infectious disease, nutrition and more. Van Hoey currently enjoys applying her drug information expertise to writings on women's health, complementary medicine and pediatrics.