Alcohol and testosterone

Alcohol has long been part of the culture in almost every country. Also, a large number of traditions are associated with the use of alcohol: to drink for a meeting, for a holiday, to “wash” an important purchase, and so on. Despite the fact that alcohol is a poison, based on its effect on the body, it is still an essential attribute of many people's lives. This is especially true for men, since it is considered normal for them to consume alcohol. However, the effect of alcohol on testosterone confuses few people. And this is a must-know.

Testosterone characteristics

Testosterone is a male hormone, thanks to which youngsters turn into men. He is responsible for the development of primary and secondary sexual characteristics, sexual desire. Interesting fact: testosterone can turn into estrogen (female hormone) under the influence of certain factors. But the mutation does not work in the opposite direction.

As a man grows older, testosterone levels decrease, and during a period of low levels, apathy and depression are noticed in males. Everyone has this period at different times, a lot depends on the characteristics of the organism, ecology and, of course, bad habits: cigarettes and alcohol.

The main functions of testosterone include:

• The acquisition of secondary sexual characteristics (hair on the chest, face, pubis and armpits; partial or complete loss of hair on the head; a pronounced Adam's apple and a characteristic body structure).
• Participation in the process of protein synthesis, which important for muscle growth.
• Lower voice compared to women.
• Sex attraction to women.
• Adipose tissue distribution. If testosterone is low, then fat deposits accumulate more intensively.
• Regulation of blood circulation, which has a positive effect on erection.

If men have problems with a lack of a hormone, then we can talk about problems with muscle mass, attraction to women and other troubles.

The influence of alcohol on a man's health

One thing is for sure: ethyl alcohol and men's health have zero compatibility. At the same time, alcohol consumption is not only fraught with personality degradation, but also problems with potency.

However, there is one very common opinion that small doses of alcohol even help to maintain the functionality of the male body. So a glass of red wine can stimulate the nervous system and increase arousal. Improves erection and blood circulation in the genitals, and as a result - a long erection.

At the same time, the sensitivity is somewhat dulled, which makes the sexual intercourse longer. But there is another side of alcohol, which leads to hormonal disruptions and a decrease in the level of the male hormone. Frequent alcohol consumption will absolutely negatively affect health.

Negative consequences

The main problems associated with low testosterone levels are as follows:

• Hormone deficiency can reduce sexual interest. Also, spermatozoa become less active, and sexual intercourse loses the entire spectrum of colors. Ultimately, a lack of a hormone can lead to impotence and the inability to procreate;
• The breakdown of lipids slows down, which leads to the deposition of adipose tissue. Metabolism is disturbed;
• Also, secondary sexual characteristics may undergo changes, for example, an increase in the timbre of the voice;
• The appearance of depression and excessive irritability. The tone of the body decreases, leading to constant fatigue - physical and moral;
• Mental processes also deteriorate: forgetfulness appears, it becomes difficult to concentrate on something, make decisions and perform complex tasks;
• Finally, longevity and aging are influenced by testosterone. With its lack, a man ages faster.

As you can see, alcohol and testosterone are incompatible concepts. The hormone affects the entire body of a man, and even small doses of ethyl alcohol literally “kill” what makes a man a man.

There is an opinion that hops, which are the basis of beer drinks, stimulate the production of estrogen - the female hormone. Interesting fact: ethyl alcohol is able to create estrogen from testosterone. Therefore, drinking men experience all of the above failures: from the accumulation of fat according to the female type to a decrease in interest in women.

Sex drive

Now it is worth considering in more detail how alcohol affects the level of the hormone and the sexual activity of a man. As you know, the testicles produce testosterone, but under the influence of ethyl alcohol, they atrophy. Consequently, spermatozoa are not able to go through all the stages of formation and become useless for conception. This is how a man is diagnosed with infertility.

A certain amount of the hormone is produced by the adrenal cortex. Ethanol also has a detrimental effect on these paired glands.

If the body is still able to somehow cope with small doses, then large doses lead to its fatigue. The fact is that after heavy drinking, the liver suffers especially. She begins to produce enzymes that affect many hormones, including testosterone, destroying it. Because of what a man begins a sudden erection. If this happens often, then testosterone is simply destroyed. Gradually, the lack of testosterone will lead to apathy towards the opposite sex and loss of male power.

Sperm production

Frequent pumping with alcohol impairs the quality of sperm. Also, due to damage to the subcortical region of the brain, it is difficult to achieve orgasm. Alcohol, together with a decrease in sperm activity, leads to their mutation. This is very dangerous, as it is fraught with changes in the genome of future offspring and can lead to incurable diseases.

It is believed that the male reproductive system returns to normal after three months from the date of the last glass of alcohol drunk, since the renewal of spermatozoa just happens once every 3 months. You need to remember this when you want to have children. Do not think that everything will be fine - the effect of alcohol on children has been proven by doctors more than once.

No alcohol

Many people ask themselves: is it worth giving up alcohol completely, because it can be useful? There is only one answer to this question - of course, yes! The detrimental effect of ethanol on the male body has been proven by doctors, and more than once. Men's health care includes sports. Often, athletes take additional drugs to build muscle mass, but alcohol is strictly prohibited on the course of steroids. Mixing them may cause side effects.

However, some experts say that the complete and absolute refusal of alcohol also negatively affects testosterone due to the stress experienced. Therefore, unrest should be avoided and strictly monitor the amount of alcohol consumed - no more than 20 g per day.

Naturally, quitting drinking is quite difficult, because it is a habit that brings pleasure. It can be said that in modern society there is a "cult" of alcohol, which tries to cover up its real face. Alcohol, like cigarettes, is a poison, and the body always turns on a defensive reaction to their effects. For men, alcohol is dangerous because it destroys the main male hormone.

It seems that entertainment with alcohol is not worth the ruined offspring and the loss of male power. In the end, a man must be strong and make the right and adequate decisions for himself and his potential future family, and it is impossible to combine alcohol and health.