Nutr Metab (Lond) June 2014 PMID 24932207

Alcohol consumption and hormonal alterations related to muscle hypertrophy: a review.

Antonino Bianco, Ewan Thomas, Francesco Pomara, Garden Tabacchi, Bettina Karsten, Antonio Paoli, Antonio Palma

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What people are saying

The discussions are characterized by a tone of urgency and concern, with many posters emphasizing the detrimental effects of alcohol on testosterone and muscle growth, using phrases like 'stop drinking alcohol' and 'it destroys your fitness goals.' They cite research findings, such as a 15-20% decrease in protein synthesis after alcohol intake, to support their claims, demonstrating both engagement and interest driven by scientific evidence and personal health goals.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly agree that alcohol negatively affects testosterone, sleep, and muscle progress, emphasizing points made in the publication.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high interest by referencing specific hormonal and muscular impacts, with many urging cessation of alcohol for health benefits.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants deeply engage by quoting studies, sharing personal insights, and emphasizing the importance of stopping alcohol consumption, indicating active involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

While many agree on the negative effects, the influence of these discussions is moderate, mainly reinforcing popular opinions rather than changing public health policies.

Abstract in brief

  • The review discusses how alcohol (ethanol) negatively impacts various body systems like neural, metabolic, cardiovascular, and temperature regulation, but highlights that its effects on hormones related to muscle growth haven't been fully explored.
  • It emphasizes the importance of understanding how alcohol consumption influences major hormones involved in muscle metabolism, which can affect muscle growth and maintenance.
  • The goal of the review is to clarify how alcohol-induced hormonal changes might lead to alterations in skeletal muscle, potentially hindering muscle hypertrophy and overall muscle health.

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@NoMoreFitLies · X

Alcohol might not ruin your progress… but it will slow it down. Let's break down this academic meta-review on alcohol's effects on protein and hormone synthesis

Jun 3, 2025 · 18 likes · 1 share · 1,256 followers View post →
Sayuri Abe-Hiraishi
@sy_littlelily · X

あれ、トレーニング後のアルコール摂取は筋肥大を阻害ってなんかで見た気がするけど、どの論文だろ?みつからない。これはRetractされてるし。 https://t.co/u8SI7pV5n4

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Jun 12, 2025 · 2 likes · 1,256 followers View post →
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@FitFastCoach ‼️Alcohol significantly slows your fitness progress.

Jun 13, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,256 followers View post →
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@tokatti_ · X

タンパク質合成を30%も減らすことがわかった アルコールは成長ホルモンと黄体ホルモンの両方への悪影響が大きい。酒はダイエットにもよくない。また、酒はストレスホルモンであるコルチゾールの分泌を増やすので、これも脂肪がつきやすくなる原因になる https://t.co/iTlzeTJYfZ #自分用メモ

Sep 27, 2022 · 2 likes · 178 followers View post →

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Impact of Alcohol on Muscle Growth and Fitness

Is alcohol secretly sabotaging your muscle gains? Alcohol can slow muscle growth by reducing protein synthesis and disrupting hormone balance. It also affects sleep quality and recovery, which are crucial for muscle…

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@PathOfMen_ Not only is beer and alcohol generally killing your testosterone, it also hurts your sleep quality, and slows muscle protein synthesis.

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@AkesoSobriety Alcohol also significantly slows your progress.

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@JoshRainerGold ⚠️Your testosterone is going to be shot

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@testomaxing

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@Masc_Empire Stop drinking beer is an important one‼️

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@thegarybrecka

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@smithhmackenzie Also cut out alcohol‼️

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@thegarybrecka Also cut out alcohol‼️

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RT @NoMoreFitLies: Alcohol might not ruin your progress… but it will slow it down. Let's break down this academic meta-review on alcohol's…

Jun 30, 2025 · 1 share · 1,121 followers View post →
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@MissionMindset2 Also stop drinking alcohol‼️

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@carnivoremax It's also lowering your testerone‼️

Jun 21, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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@masculinepath04 Also stop drinking alcohol‼️

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@_AshleyRichmond

Jun 20, 2025 · 1 like · 1,256 followers View post →
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@FlexFusion_ Also stop drinking alcohol‼️

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@aestheticprimal Also should aim to cut out alcohol‼️

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@DailyUpgrades_

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@FitWithDrSam Alcohol is also a testosterone killer‼️

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@FitFounder

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@MissionMindset2 Also avoid alcohol at all costs‼️

Jun 17, 2025 · 1 like · 1,256 followers View post →
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@thegarybrecka

Jun 13, 2025 · 1 like · 1,256 followers View post →
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@agricolainvain · X

RT @NoMoreFitLies: @FitFastCoach ‼️Alcohol significantly slows your fitness progress.

Jun 13, 2025 · 1 share · 1,982 followers View post →
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@NoMoreFitLies · X

@FitFastCoach ‼️Alcohol significantly slows your fitness progress.

Jun 13, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,256 followers View post →
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@SilentStrengtth Also should aim to cut out alcohol‼️

Jun 12, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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@nolimit_luke_

Jun 12, 2025 · 2 likes · 1,256 followers View post →
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@Ninja__Wisdom Also should aim to cut out alcohol‼️

Jun 12, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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@testomaxing Also can't be drinking alcohol which lower testerone‼️

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@AskCoachKev

Jun 12, 2025 · 1 like · 1,256 followers View post →
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@DearS_o_n

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@testomaxing It is also because of consuming alcohol

Jun 11, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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@theoliveranwar

Jun 10, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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@jakobcigrovski Alcohol also destroys your fitness goals

Jun 9, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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@NoMoreFitLies · X

@MindMatterMoney For young guys trying to become fit, stopping to drink alcohol is a very important one‼️ A 2014 study found a 15%-20% decrease in protein synthesis up to 24 hours after consuming alcohol (Bianco et al., 2014).

Jun 6, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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Jun 5, 2025 · 1,256 followers View post →
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@NoMoreFitLies · X

Alcohol might not ruin your progress… but it will slow it down. Let's break down this academic meta-review on alcohol's effects on protein and hormone synthesis

Jun 3, 2025 · 18 likes · 1 share · 1,256 followers View post →
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@sciterefcheck · X

We've detected a paper from Research, Society and Development that cites a retracted paper post-retraction. Citing paper: https://t.co/YzOIdy5i9L Retracted paper: https://t.co/jn5foyw3P3

Jan 30, 2023 · 533 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

タンパク質合成を30%も減らすことがわかった アルコールは成長ホルモンと黄体ホルモンの両方への悪影響が大きい。酒はダイエットにもよくない。また、酒はストレスホルモンであるコルチゾールの分泌を増やすので、これも脂肪がつきやすくなる原因になる https://t.co/iTlzeTJYfZ #自分用メモ

Sep 27, 2022 · 2 likes · 178 followers View post →
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@k7123_VG · X

RT @sy_littlelily: あれ、トレーニング後のアルコール摂取は筋肥大を阻害ってなんかで見た気がするけど、どの論文だろ?みつからない。これはRetractされてるし。 https://t.co/u8SI7pV5n4

Aug 13, 2022 · 1 share · 1,134 followers View post →
Markos.a.k.a #DadBeast
@Markos81a · X

He meant to say alcohol more generally , but few people are ready to hear that. Want to crash your testosterone and growth hormone levels .. get hammered. It’s true that’s why it stings to hear it https://t.co/l7DBhk5vNh https://t.co/Xr1XcqPCQa

Feb 10, 2022 · 5,248 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

くる計算 体重1kgあたり0.5gのラインを守るならだいたい1日2杯までならOK https://t.co/iTlzeU11hZ #自分用メモ

May 6, 2021 · 178 followers View post →
Sayuri Abe-Hiraishi
@sy_littlelily · X

あれ、トレーニング後のアルコール摂取は筋肥大を阻害ってなんかで見た気がするけど、どの論文だろ?みつからない。これはRetractされてるし。 https://t.co/u8SI7pV5n4

Sep 5, 2020 · 8 likes · 1 share · 8,155 followers View post →
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@healthyman12 · X

下記の論文によると20%ほど筋肉の再合成を低下させるみたいだ。 気をつけよう! https://t.co/3bxVGlvQ85 https://t.co/NDTb45Sbts

Jul 26, 2019 · 21 followers View post →