With seven television cameras rolling—including CNN, Fox, and C-span—we also released the findings of a survey that questioned 207 Congressional interns on their professional and personal lives. Contrary to the recent media coverage of Washington D.C. interns, the results illustrated a motivated group of young professionals interested in gaining workplace experience, but also cognizant of making time in their lives for personal commitments. For example, 55% of Capitol Hill interns said they would rather find the right mate than the right job.

The survey was conducted by The Polling Company and, according to Director of Research Colleen McColluch, “Interns are here for one reason only—their professional endeavors. However, their professional endeavors are certainly not devoid of social temptations such as dating, hooking up, or drinking alcoholic beverages.”

For example, nearly two-thirds (62%) of interns say they have observed interns flirting with other interns, and 39% have seen interns flirting with staffers close to their own age. More than one-quarter (26%) have seen other staff members flirting with interns, and 15% report observing interns having intimate relationships with other interns.

More than nine-in-ten respondents (94%) said they look at the disappearance and death of intern Chandra Levy as an isolated incident, not as an indication that DC is less safe these days. In addition, more than two-thirds (68%) said that the events of September 11th did not affect their decision to intern in Washington D.C.

According to the survey, these college-age women have shown interest in both career and family, but find it necessary to put career first for the next ten years. Dr. Hewlett put forth the unsettling idea that emphasizing career before family can lead to negative and irrevocable consequences. Despite popular opinion, it is not quite so easy to “have it all.”

..to be continued…

The pituitary gland resides in the center of the brain and HGH (Human Growth Hormone) is the hormone that it produces in the greatest quantity. Human growth hormone is important for a number of bodily functions, and it is secreted by the pituitary gland.

Perhaps you are wondering why we need additional HGH if our bodies already produce it. Why should you try HGH replacement?

Researchers have found that HGH levels start to drop by the age of 30. The levels will continue to decline at a consistent rate as the years go on. As a matter of fact, some believe that there is an 80% reduction in our levels of HGH over the years.

What is the relevance of this?

Because it is believed by many researchers that the drop in HGH levels is the culprit behind many health issues and diseases related to modern aging, including weight gain, lack of energy, muscle loss, wrinkles, decreased mental alertness, compromised immune system, vision issues, etc.

That is to say, it is believed that decreasing levels of HGH have an effect on the signs of aging. As our HGH levels decline, the adverse effects of aging become more noticeable. Therefore, the belief is that boosting growth hormone levels will result in a reversal of the aging process. This means that HGH really might be the fountain of youth.

How can we increase our HGH levels?

HGH levels can be increased or replaced in three ways:
# human growth hormone injections
# human growth hormone oral sprays
# herbal supplements that utilize  a natural means of increasing the body’s HGH levels.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method? What really works?

METHOD # 1: HGH Injections

Some noted studies have suggested that HGH injections are effective, but there are some disadvantages to using HGH injections.

HGH injections are normally administered two or three times each day. Each injection costs about $25, so it costs $50-$75 daily to use injectable HGH. Another issue is that a prescription is necessary in order to obtain injectable growth hormone. And insurance does not cover HGH injections because they are not a treatment related to a “classified disease.” You will have to pay for this treatment out of your own pocket!

Plus as previously discussed, synthetic (scientifically engineered) HGH is used in injections. That is to say, it is not a natural substance. There is always the potential for side effects to occur whenever a large quantity of foreign hormone is introduced into the human body. As a matter of fact, a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine on July 5, 1990 indicated that a number of adverse side effects were experienced by people who received injections.

Pros: Injectable HGH works well

Cons: Injectable HGH is costly, painful, time-consuming, requires a prescription and may cause serious side effects

METHOD # 2: HGH Oral Sprays

No one has been able to prove that oral sprays are effective.
When using an oral spray, synthetic HGH is sprayed right into the mouth. But documentation indicates that oral sprays are totally useless.

Since the growth hormone is a large, unstable molecule that is incapable of being absorbed through the membranes in the mouth, sprays are not thought to be effective. And it is practically impossible to administer the dosage with a spray, although this is rather inconsequential in view of the fact that the dosage present in a spray is well below therapeutic levels. In addition, binders and fillers are included in sprays — experts warn that these should be avoided. Last, a lot of people do not like the taste that oral HGH sprays leave in their mouths.

Pros: none

Cons: Oral HGH Sprays simply do not work, are distasteful and include binders and fillers that may be dangerous

METHOD # 3: HGH Supplements (Herbal Supplements)

Discussion continues as to whether or not HGH Supplements are effective. However some recent studies indicate that some HGH Supplements do work well and provide almost the exact same benefits as those obtained from HGH injections.

Taking herbal HGH Supplements involves oral ingestion of a tablet or capsule that contains herbal supplements. Usually people take the pills before going to bed because there is increased HGH production in the pituitary gland when a person is asleep.

Herbal HGH Supplements do not include synthetic HGH, in stark contrast to sprays and injections. Rather, only natural herbal ingredients are included in herbal HGH Supplements. It is thought that the pituitary gland can be stimulated by the correct combination of herbs, and it will then increase production of the body’s own growth hormone.

It is because of this that some experts feel that HGH Supplements are far safer than sprays or injections. Instead of introducing a foreign hormone into the body, HGH Supplements encourage your body to produce its own growth hormones. As a result, you do not experience the adverse side effects that often accompany other types of HGH replacement.

Pros: Some recent studies indicate that many herbal HGH Supplements work quite well. Herbal HGH Supplements are far less costly than injections or oral sprays and they produce no side effects. You don’t need a prescription for herbal HGH supplements.

Cons: none

So what can we conclude by examining this information?

A review of available information regarding Human Growth Hormone indicates that taking herbal HGH Supplements is the cheapest, safest and most effective way to restore your natural HGH levels.