New Delhi: Walk into almost any gym in a big Indian city and the scene feels familiar — rows of young men working toward sculpted shoulders, sharp abs, and that promised “12-week transformation” seen all over social media. Fitness today isn’t just a habit; it has become an identity. Somewhere between ambition and obsession, a hidden shortcut has crept in — anabolic steroids quietly making their way into protein shakes and gym conversations.

In an interaction with News9Live, Dr. Prudwiraj Sanamandra, Consultant – Endocrinologist and Diabetologist, Arete Hospitals, spoke about how gym enthusiasts are secretly falling prey to steroid misuse.

What began as a medical tool to treat hormonal deficiencies has now turned into a performance enhancer for those desperate for quick muscle gain. Thes

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