IGF-1

GH (growth hormone). Secreted most in the liver as an endocrine hormone, IGF-1 is transported to other tissues. IGF-1 plays an important role in childhood growth and anabolic effects in adulthood. Decreased IGF-1 is associated with excess body fat; therefore therapeutic administration reverses insulin insensitivity resulting in weight loss. Most importantly, decreased IGF-1 is associated with Fibromyalgia. At Jamdung Wellness anyone who has Fibromyalgia is screened for IGF-1 levels. Treatment with IGF-1 relieves widespread muscle pain and tenderness.