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Source of validity: Scientific
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Growth factors are naturally occurring proteins or peptides that play a crucial role in regulating cell growth, proliferation, and differentiation. In the context of the muscular system, growth factors such as Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1), Fibroblast Growth Factor (FGF), and Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) have been scientifically validated for their roles in muscle repair and hypertrophy. IGF-1, in particular, is well-documented for its anabolic effects on skeletal muscle, facilitating muscle protein synthesis and satellite cell activation, which are vital for muscle growth and regeneration. Clinical and preclinical studies have shown that administration of certain growth factors can enhance muscle regeneration following injury, as well as counteract muscle wasting conditions such as sarcopenia and muscular dystrophies. However, the therapeutic use of exogenous growth factors in humans is still limited due to concerns about safety, dosing, and potential side effects. Most scientific validation comes from basic research, animal models, and some early-stage human trials. Despite these limitations, the underlying biological mechanisms are well-understood, and growth factors remain a focus of ongoing research in muscle regeneration and therapy. Overall, there is strong scientific evidence supporting the involvement of growth factors in muscle health, though their direct clinical application is still under investigation.

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