It is a well-known fact that testosterone is a male sex hormone, and estrogens (estrone, estriol, and estradiol) are female. However, the body of men also produces a small amount of estradiol, which is involved in metabolic processes – and reproductive function.
The effect of estrogen and testosterone balance on male reproductive function is an actively studied topic. For example, in July 2020, data from an extensive study was published that analyzed the sexual health of 1,076 men aged 19 to 60. The men studied suffered from one of three types of sexual dysfunction – erection problems, premature ejaculation, and difficulty achieving ejaculation. Each of these disorders is characterized by low or high estrogen levels.
Gynecomastia is a disease associated with the growth of fatty tissue in the chest area in men according to the female type. One of the causes of gynecomastia can be an increased level of estrogen – especially against the background of being overweight and storing visceral fat, which also affects metabolism.
One of the easiest ways to lower estrogen levels in men is to exercise regularly, especially strength training. An increase in testosterone affects a number of processes in the body, including the activation of fat-burning and muscle gain.