Can alcohol cause men's breasts to grow? A doctor explains

0

The passion for alcoholic beverages affects the testosterone content in the body of men, the endocrinologist said.

The doctor explained in an interview how breast growth in men and alcohol consumption are related. The specialist noted that regular alcohol consumption or abuse contributes to hormonal changes, which lead to the appearance of “feminine” features in men, including enlarged mammary glands and specific fat deposits. So, the breasts of men who are prone to drinking can really grow.

According to the doctor, such a transformation occurs due to the influence of the aromatase enzyme – it is produced more intensively and becomes more active against the background of alcohol abuse.

“All alcoholic products increase the activity of the enzyme that converts the male hormone testosterone into the female hormone estradiol,” the doctor said.

The doctor added that regular beer drinking has the greatest impact on the hormonal balance of the male body. The most ardent fans of this drink among men are at risk of acquiring large breasts and hips especially quickly.