Dianabol (Methandrostenolone)

Dianabol (Methandrostenolone) is one of the oldest and most famous oral anabolic steroids. It was renowned during the "golden era" of bodybuilding for its ability to produce rapid and dramatic increases in both muscle mass and strength. It works by significantly enhancing protein synthesis and glycogenolysis (the breakdown of glycogen for energy in muscle cells). This leads to massive, albeit often "wet" gains due to significant water retention caused by its high rate of aromatization into estrogen. While incredibly effective for bulking, Dianabol is also one of the more dangerous steroids. It is highly hepatotoxic (damaging to the liver) and has a severe negative impact on cardiovascular health markers, including blood pressure and cholesterol. Its use can rapidly increase biological age due to the immense physiological stress it places on the body's systems, and it is a classic example of prioritizing short-term performance over long-term healthspan.