You’ve probably never heard of man tits before, but it’s something quite common and you may have come across people with it. Man, boobs are just another word for gynecomastia or excessive growth of the male breast tissue.
You might be surprised to find out that over 70 percent of men in the U.S alone have experienced this condition at least once in their lifetime, and 10 percent of them are experiencing it right now.
Well, I don’t know if you have man tits. What I do know is that there are some things to consider when it comes to gynecomastia in men. One of the major causes of this condition is weight gain.
If you have been gaining weight and notice breast tissue developing on your chest, then it might be time to consult a doctor.
Like most women, you have probably gone through your body transformation during puberty.
Your breasts are now larger than when you were a teenager. During puberty, testosterone stimulates breast tissue development in both men and women.
This is what causes breasts to develop in both sexes. In adolescent boys, it also causes man boobs or gynecomastia in males (this condition is also known as moobs or man boobs). Gynecomastia can happen to any man at any age.
How to Stop Man Boobs
Man boobs, or moobs, are caused by a hormone imbalance. The condition can be corrected with surgery. If you’re not up for surgery, there are other options available.
Here’s how to get rid of man boobs without surgery:
- First, stop drinking alcohol. Alcohol causes the body to store more fat and less estrogen which is what causes the problem in the first place.
- Next, exercise regularly (at least three times per week). Studies have shown that even low-impact exercises such as walking increase testosterone levels in men. Increased testosterone reduces chest fat storage and boosts your metabolism which helps reduce belly fat too.
Eating a healthy diet is also important. Certain foods can increase your estrogen levels and others that can reduce them. The next time you’re hungry, think about what you’re going to put in your body first.
If you’re trying to get rid of man boobs, you should avoid soy products like tofu, because soy contains phytoestrogens that increase estrogen levels in men by mimicking its action on hormonal receptors and blocking testosterone from binding to these receptors.
Avoid foods like nuts and flaxseed, as they contain high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, which increase estrogen levels in men. Eat more foods that can lower estrogen levels such as chicken, eggs, and fish. (As a rule of thumb, anything that is good for your heart is good for your moobs.)
Stay away from processed foods with corn syrup, which has been linked to an increase in estrogen levels. These include high-fructose corn syrup, agave nectar, aspartame, and even natural sweeteners like stevia. How many cups of coffee do you drink per day? If you drink more than three cups of coffee a day, consider switching to decaf because it contains higher levels of phytoestrogens than caffeinated coffee.
What Causes Man Boobs?
The main cause of man’s boobs is a hormone called estrogen. The more estrogen your body produces, the more you will grow breasts. Estrogen is produced by your body in two ways: through what you eat and from your fat cells.
As we age, our natural production of testosterone slows down, which means less of it is converted to estrogen. This leads to an imbalance between testosterone and estrogen, with too much estrogen in the system.
While estrogen is produced in both men and women, most of it is made in your fat cells. This means that if you have a high amount of body fat, more estrogen will be produced. If you don’t exercise often or have a sedentary lifestyle, your body will also produce less testosterone and more estrogen to keep up with energy levels.
Another cause of man boobs is inherited genetics. If you have a family history of fatty tissue on your chest, there’s a good chance that you’ll grow man boobs at some point in your life too.
Men who take anabolic steroids or testosterone supplements can also develop man boobs because they dramatically increase estrogen levels in your body.
Exercise isn’t just good for building muscle and burning fat, it can also reduce your estrogen levels. Many studies have shown that bodybuilders have fewer man boobs than other men of similar weight because their bodies produce less estrogen.
You’ll want to focus on building muscle instead of burning fat when you work out, since building muscle will increase your testosterone production while your body is at rest. Avoid taking steroids or supplements if you do want to burn fat as well as build muscle.
Finally, stress can also increase your estrogen levels. If you’re stressed about work or life in general, you’ll produce more estrogen. Since excess estrogen contributes to breast growth, try and keep stress to a minimum if you don’t want man boobs.
Breathing exercises, meditation, and yoga can all be effective ways of keeping your body in a calm state.
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Diet and Exercise
To avoid man boobs, you’ll want to make sure that you’re eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly. You should also be sure to keep your weight in check, as the extra weight will do nothing but add to the problem. You should consult with your doctor about the best course of action for your specific needs.
Keep in mind that chest exercises can also help to alleviate some of the stress on your chest muscles and reduce any swelling caused by excess fat tissue.
Exercise is one way to promote good circulation throughout the body, which is important for maintaining healthy tissue. If you are overweight or obese, it is important to work out at least three days per week because those who exercise are more likely to maintain a lower weight than those who don’t exercise regularly.