I think it is time to clarify these again. When you use estrogen blockers during a cycle, the excess estrogen produced must be disposed of by the peripheral tissues or by the liver. Blockage is not 100% either. Nolvadex is a generic estrogen blocker, while Clomid is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM). Basically, Clomid blocks estrogen's effect in adipose and breast tissue and allows estrogen to work in bone and cardiac tissue. The problem is that the liver is being stressed because of all the free estrogen floating around, and it can't get rid of it all. When you stop taking the blocker, then a phenomenon called "estrogen rebound" may occur--which has been discussed here.
The estrogen inhibitors--Arimidex, Femara, and Aromasin--literally inhibit Aromatase. Without aromatase, there is no conversion of Test to estrogen. I have used all of these antiestrogens and I prefer the aromatase inhibitors, for they have no side effects, no "rebound", and I do not get any bloat or gyno. Why take a chance when the inhibitors are readily available.
Seems to me that most enthusiasts are more "price-sensitive" than health-sensitive. It's your body; anabolics and their ancillaries cost money. Why take chances on getting Gyno when you can virtually eliminate the possibility with the inhibitors. As the token Doc on the board, I get asked about this all the time. My clients now exclusively use Arimidex, Femara or Aromasin during a cycle..they understand the importance of minimizing risks and avoiding problems. I am sure that all of you have read the threads about getting gyno and the surgical nightmares associated with it. All of this can be avoided with careful planning and a willingness to invest in yourself.
The estrogen inhibitors--Arimidex, Femara, and Aromasin--literally inhibit Aromatase. Without aromatase, there is no conversion of Test to estrogen. I have used all of these antiestrogens and I prefer the aromatase inhibitors, for they have no side effects, no "rebound", and I do not get any bloat or gyno. Why take a chance when the inhibitors are readily available.
Seems to me that most enthusiasts are more "price-sensitive" than health-sensitive. It's your body; anabolics and their ancillaries cost money. Why take chances on getting Gyno when you can virtually eliminate the possibility with the inhibitors. As the token Doc on the board, I get asked about this all the time. My clients now exclusively use Arimidex, Femara or Aromasin during a cycle..they understand the importance of minimizing risks and avoiding problems. I am sure that all of you have read the threads about getting gyno and the surgical nightmares associated with it. All of this can be avoided with careful planning and a willingness to invest in yourself.