Sunday, February 1, 2009

Get Rid of Man Boobs Fast

By Allen Yesru

It is very embarrassing for any man to be walking down the street and getting unwanted attention from total strangers because of their man boobs. Man boobs can develop due to a number of reasons but the most common ones are excess fat (obesity or being overweight), Gynecomastia (medical condition), or a side-effect of a medication taken.

Gynecomastia is a condition wherein the body of a man lessens its testosterone production while his body produces large quantities of estrogen. Taking certain medication, especially steroids can also make you more susceptible to developing man boobs. The most common cause for their growth though is being overweight and accumulating excessive fat in the upper torso.

Get Rid of Man Boobs: How?

There are many ways to get rid of man boobs. Before choosing whichever method to use, take into consideration the cause of their growth. If your man boobs developed because you have Gynecomastia, it is best t o seek a doctor's help.

Weight Reduction

If your man boobs are caused by you being overweight, naturally you have to get rid of your excess fat. As you lose weight the excess fat that is causing your chest to grow breasts will shrink and look like a regular mans chest.

Diet

A healthy diet can help you get rid of your male breasts. You should not include in your diet food that is high in refined carbohydrates, saturated fats, and sugar. There are also certain numbers of food that have estrogen-related compounds that should not be included in your diet. Drinking beer should also be avoided if you are serious on getting rid of your man boobs.

Routine Exercise

A good exercise plan that focuses on your upper torso will help in your fight against man boobs. Exercises like pushups and bench presses are some of the exercises that you can do. It is also good to do interval workouts to keep not only your upper torso fit but also your entire body.

Supplements

Man boobs can also be done away with by taking herbal supplements. These work by decreasing the amount of fat cells in the area and making the smaller in size. Some supplements that are able to increase the rate of metabolism can also be of aid since it will make you burn fat quicker.

Ask Your Doctor

If your boobs are due to a medical condition, you can ask your doctor to recommend a medicine to help you get rid of your male boobs. These medicines will either increase the production of testosterone or decrease estrogen levels in the body. In some cases, the doctor might talk to you about undergoing a surgical procedure. This should only be done as a last resort or if your man boobs are really causing you discomfort and other serious issues (medical, social, etc.) only then should you think about getting a breast reduction. Keep in mind that this is a major surgery so there are certain risks involved. - 16004

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