Plain whey or plant-based protein powder won't push a man into gynecomastia on its own. The condition tracks back to a hormonal imbalance, and a clean shake doesn't shift that needle. Where the real worry creeps in is with cheap or contaminated powders, the ones...
Hormones sit behind nearly every case of gynecomastia. The condition shows up when oestrogen activity outpaces testosterone, and that imbalance can come from puberty, age, thyroid issues, low testosterone, or external sources like steroids and certain prescriptions....
Exercise can significantly improve the appearance of an enlarged male chest if the cause is excess body fat (pseudogynecomastia). However, exercise cannot reduce or eliminate true gynecomastia, which is caused by swollen glandular breast tissue rather than fat. ...
MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY
Dr. Harikiran Chekuri
MBBS, MS – General Surgery, MCh-Plastic Surgery (Gold Medalist)
Plastic Surgeon, Hair Transplant Surgeon
