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Steroids simulate testosterone's muscle-building abilities, and are taken orally or injected.
Stimulates production of red blood cells, improving the blood's ability to carry oxygen, which is especially attractive to those involved in endurance sports, like Tour de France cyclists. No test is available yet. Again, no test is used yet. Caffeine can raise the metabolic level, body temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar level. Athletes use stimulants in an attempt to increase alertness, reduce tiredness, and increase their competitiveness and aggressiveness.