According to chief executive officer of Meridian, Ryan de Luca, they decided to recall 65 of their products that matched the list in the FDA’s search warrant.

This was after federal officials raided the company’s headquarters and their warehouse in Boise, Idaho.

De Luca made it clear that there was no agreement between the company and the US Food and Drug Administration. The recall has nothing to do with any agreement or with FDA’s suspicions that Bodybuilding.com sells and distributes steroids.

Based on Meridian’s news release, the company was not aware of the mislabeled products. Manufacturers assured them that the products were properly classified as dietary supplements in compliance with federal law. The company’s main goal was to sell and distribute safe and effective products.

Steroids can cause a list of negative effects such as liver damage, kidney abnormalities, cardiovascular problems and even death.

However, de Luca added that the company did not experience significant changes in their sales since the raid because Bodybuilding.com sells about 12,000 other products, most of them are protein powders and multivitamins.

According to the company, instructions on how to return products can be seen on their website, Bodybuilding.com. Customers can also contact the company through email at service@bodybuilding.com or through phone by calling 1-866-236-8417.

From Idaho Statesman:

The Meridian online retailer decided to recall 65 products listed in federal search warrants a few days after federal officials raided the company’s headquarters and Boise warehouse, the chief executive officer said Tuesday.

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After NFL commissioner Roger Goodell’s appeal to congress to amend federal labor law to allow professional sports league to suspend players who tested positive for drug tests, the Congress issued a statement last Tuesday regarding their reluctance to intervene and even encouraged the NFL and the players union to settle their dispute.

According to the chairperson of house subcommittee for Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection, Rep. Bobby Rush, they are concerned about the effects of the StarCaps case and would want to keep a vigilant watch on the procedure and the conflict. However, Rush said that congress would prefer to help both parties with coming up with a solution and resolving the issue among themselves.

Rep. Henry Waxman, the congressional representative who led investigations during the 2005 to 2008 steroids abuse in baseball supports Goodell’s appeal.

According to Rep. Waxman, steroids policies set by professional sports league to curb steroids abuse should prevail. If these policies will be considered null and void, it could lead to an invitation of steroids abuse not only in professional sports but as well as in high school and college football fields and baseball diamonds.

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WASHINGTON — The chairman of a House subcommittee investigating the landmark drug-testing lawsuit of Minnesota Vikings Kevin and Pat Williams said Tuesday that Congress is reluctant to intervene and urged the NFL and the players association to settle their dispute.

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Since the blocking of the suspensions of two Minnesota Viking players who tested positive for a banned diuretic substance, Roger Goodell, NFL commissioner, plans to ask congress to create a law that could protect collective bargaining agreements from state law changes.

In his testimony for the House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing yesterday in Washington, Goodell expressed his belief that a Labor Management Relations Act is amendment is important and necessary to shield the collectively bargained steroid policies from attack under state law.

NFL suspended Kevin and Pat Williams, 2 Minnesota Vikings players and 2 other Saints players for allegedly testing positive for bumetanide, a banned diuretic. Although the players did not test positive for steroids use, they were suspended because diuretics can mask the presence of steroids in the urine.

However, the players filed a counter case, saying the league violated Minnesota testing laws. Furthermore, the players union also filed a similar lawsuit, supporting the players.

In May, a federal judge dismissed the union’s and the Williamses’ cases, although claims on Minnesota workplace laws were sent back to state court. In September, federal court’s decision allowed the players to continue playing while the case is still in state court.

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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell plans to ask Congress for legislation that would protect collective bargaining agreements from state law challenges, like the one that led to blocking the suspensions of two players who tested positive for banned substances.

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T/E Ratio stands for testosterone / epitestosterone ratio. It is used to determine the relative proportion of testosterone and epitestosterone. The normal level is set at a 1:1 ratio.

T/E ratio is an important indicator of any pathological condition or external administration of any synthetic hormones. It is done by measuring the levels of testosterone glucuronide (TG) and epitestosterone glucuronide (EG) in the urine. If testosterone levels increases, TG also increases. EG, on the other hand, remains unaffected even with increase testosterone metabolism.

However, did you know that if you have flu, it might affect the result of your T/E ratio? Additionally, if you try to get the extra edge in a Friday night game, it might also alter the normal T/E ratio.

Epitestosterone is normally higher in male adolescents compared to adult males. Although epitestosterone is not considered as a performance-enhancing drug, it is banned by many sporting authorities because it can mask the presence of high levels of testosterone in the body, if the standard T/E ratio is used.

Other drugs such as NSAIDs and opioid analgesics may also affect the ratio by increasing the rate of excretion of epitestosterone metabolites.

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Exogenous consumption of anabolic steroidal hormone – testosterone has been associated with a significant increase in the muscle mass, stamina and endurance making it one of the most abused synthetic hormones, topping the charts ever since its discovery! For decades, a diverse array of anabolic steroids has ceremoniously been abused for exogenous performance enhancement. So, for years, efforts have been directed to find an appropriate biomarker to assess the physiologically normal levels of this magical potion and that’s how T/E ratios were discovered!

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Oorjuswattee Rucktooa, a 57-year-old woman from Bakewell Street, Penkhull died at the Royal Darwin Hospital in Northern Territory of Australia. According to investigations, she died a few hours after suffering from side effects of her steroid medications.

She was with her 27-year-old son visiting her brother on an open-ended tournament when she suddenly started to shout, became weak and confused.

Mrs. Rucktooa was originally from Alnandutt, Mauritius but moved to the UK in 1972. She and her husband worked as a nurse at the University Hospital of North Staffordshire and retired last 2005.

She was initially diagnosed with lung fibrosis in 1995. She had been receiving long-term treatment of immunosuppressive drugs up until now. This helped control the activities of the immune system.

Celia Kemp, deputy coroner of the Royal Darwin Hospital decided not to hold any investigation on Mrs. Rucktooa’s death. Autopsy reports filed by deputy coroner Anthony Curzon revealed that she suffered a condition wherein her blood did not clot, as it should.

Curzon confirmed that her death was due to long-term effects of steroids drug Mrs. Rucktooa was taking. She died because of a hazardous effect of steroid to the body.

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57-YEAR-OLD woman died within hours of being admitted to an Australian hospital suffering from a side effect of her steroid medication, an inquest heard.

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According to law enforcement experts, a growing number of incidents involving steroids use among police officers are being investigated. A typical steroids user usually wants to stay on top of a job or is looking for an edge.

However, steroids use in law enforcement is often associated with police brutalities such as the case of Haitian immigrant Abner Louima in New York City. Four police officers were charged of assault, brutality and forcible sodomy in 1997.

Anabolic steroids are prescribed legally to treat certain medical conditions such as growth problems, anemia and chronic infections such as HIV. They are also commonly used to promote muscle mass.

However, anabolic steroids are classified as a Schedule III substance; therefore, any use without a doctor’s prescription is considered illegal. They can be psychologically addictive and dangerous.

One common side effect is aggression and violent behavior. These, according to medical experts contribute to police brutality and poor sense of judgment.

Police psychologist Gene Sanders estimate that about 25% of police assigned in urban areas with high crime rates use steroids for defensive purposes.

Sanders explained that as steroids users bulk up, they tend to think, “More is better”. It becomes increasingly difficult for them to draw the line between use and abuse.

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Steroid use is on the rise, and not just among weight lifters and other athletes. An estimated 2.7 percent of all high school seniors have used steroids at least once, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, many of them women.

In the police community, cultural acceptance of bodybuilding and access to online suppliers make it easier for officers to obtain steroids.

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Melanie Wade, former fiancée of ex-49er defensive lineman Dana Stubblefield has obtained a restraining against the football star.

According to the 26-year-old Wade, Stubblefield had been repeatedly harassing her and threatening her life. In an incident in June 2008, Wade was reportedly riding her bicycle when Stubblefield hit her with his truck. She suffered several bruises and cuts from the said incident. There were also times when the two would fight and Stubblefield would wrestle her physically in an attempt to take away some items Wade would claim as hers.

There were also times when Stubblefield would lock her up in the house, and would threaten to kill her.

The couple broke in July; however, Stubblefield kept calling her repeatedly. Finally, last August 5, Wade obtained a restraining order, requiring Stubblefield to keep a 300 feet distance away from Wade or 30 feet distance when both are attending services at Family Community Church in San Jose.

The former NFL player denied allegations through his lawyer, Dan Nicholson. Head football coach and Valley Christian school officials where Stubblefield works supported him, saying he has been a good role model and was honest about his former steroids use.

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The former fiancée of ex-49er defensive lineman Dana Stubblefield has obtained a restraining order against the one-time football star, after accusing him of repeatedly harassing her and threatening her life.

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Thirty-six-year old Kirsten Mealer of Timbo, Arkansas was charged of illegal steroid distribution. Mealer was sentenced to a nine-year imprisonment and two years of supervised release. The gym owner pleaded guilty to distributing 185,029 dosage units of various anabolic steroids, under Hell Fire Labs brand. This happened from January 2007 until the ring was broken up in February 2008.

Four individuals have been connected to Hell Fire Labs, according to Mary Beth Buchanan and Mary Houghton, prosecutors at the US Attorney’s Office for Western District of Pennsylvania. They will be charged with conspiracy to distribute anabolic steroids.

Others connected to Hell Fire Labs were David Edward Retter, who is accused of shipping laboratory equipment and supplies for an operational underground laboratory to Kristen Mealer in January 2007. Retter denies knowing Mealer.

Jason Hobbs, also known as “Heretic”, from Auburn, Washington was suspected to be the original owner and founder of Hell Fire Labs. Another individual from Indianapolis, Indiana, but was only identified as “Freak” was also linked to the said anabolic steroids lab.

Mealer’s home and Arkansas business, Stone County Fitness Center were raided by agents as part of the investigation.

Mealer and Retter were sentenced last October 30 in US District Court.

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Two men have been sentenced for their role in a ring that distributed steroids in Western Pennsylvania and elsewhere.

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According to retired FBI agent Greg Stejskal, McGwire’s hiring as hitting coach for the St. Louis Cardinals sent off a bad message.

Stejskal used to be the investigating agent during the major steroids investigation in the early 90s. The investigation showed strong evidence that McGwire used steroids.

However, according to Commissioner Bud Selig, he is delighted that Mark McGwire is returning to Major League Baseball. Selig referred to McGwire as a very fine, fine man. The Cardinals should be applauded, added Selig.

Stejskal worked with fellow retired FBI agent Bill Randall in the early 90s in a steroid investigation called “Operation Equine”. The operation uncovered further steroids use in gyms and among weightlifters, as well as bodybuilders and fitness trainers. Two names from the baseball league surfaced during the investigations, one was Mark McGwire and the other was his fellow Oakland A player Jose Canseco. More than arresting individual steroids users, Operation Equine was created to catch steroids suppliers and distributors. Operation Equine actually snared a net 70 convictions.

After Equine, both Stejskal and Randall received solid evidence that McGwire was on steroids. Stejskal’s reliable source was no other than McGwire’s steroid supplier, Curtis Wenzlaff, a previous California resident.

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Bud Selig said Tuesday that he is “delighted” Mark McGwire is returning to Major League Baseball, in contrast to remarks by a retired FBI agent who said McGwire’s hiring as hitting coach for the St. Louis Cardinals sent a bad message.

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Pneumonia patients can recover faster when steroids are administered in conjunction with antibiotics when compared against those recovering with antibiotics alone, according to a study by scientists from the UT Southwestern Medical Center.

The study suggested that use of steroids with antibiotics can prove to be a very effective option when it comes to treating inflammation in the lungs of a pneumonia patient. This study was headed by Dr. Robert Hardy, Study’s Senior Author & Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.

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Adding corticosteroids to traditional antimicrobial therapy might help people with pneumonia recover more quickly than with antibiotics alone, UT Southwestern Medical Center scientists have found.

Unlike the anabolic steroids used to bulk up muscle, corticosteroids are often used to treat inflammation related to infectious diseases, such as bacterial meningitis. Used against other infectious diseases, however, steroid therapy has been shown to be ineffective or even harmful.

In a study available online and in a future issue of the Journal of Infectious Diseases, researchers at UT Southwestern show that mice infected with a type of severe bacterial pneumonia and subsequently treated with steroids and antibiotics recovered faster and had far less inflammation in their lungs than mice treated with antibiotics alone.

It was also remarked during the study that a combination of steroids and antibiotics is one of the best available therapy options for patients during asthma (M pneumoniae infection) attack. Researchers also said that while antibiotics are good options for killing the bug, steroids are good for treating inflammation in the lungs.

The findings of this study were supported by the National Institutes of Health.

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