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
Alcohol consumption and hormonal alterations related to muscle hypertrophy: a review.
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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.
Most discussions strongly agree that alcohol negatively affects testosterone, sleep, and muscle progress, emphasizing points made in the publication.
The discussions demonstrate high interest by referencing specific hormonal and muscular impacts, with many urging cessation of alcohol for health benefits.
Participants deeply engage by quoting studies, sharing personal insights, and emphasizing the importance of stopping alcohol consumption, indicating active involvement.
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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Most liked on X and Bluesky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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@nolimit_luke_
@FitFastCoach ‼️Alcohol significantly slows your fitness progress.
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
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@carnivoremax
@PathOfMen_ Not only is beer and alcohol generally killing your testosterone, it also hurts your sleep quality, and slows muscle protein synthesis.
@AkesoSobriety Alcohol also significantly slows your progress.
@JoshRainerGold ⚠️Your testosterone is going to be shot
@testomaxing
@Masc_Empire Stop drinking beer is an important one‼️
@thegarybrecka
@smithhmackenzie Also cut out alcohol‼️
@thegarybrecka Also cut out alcohol‼️
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…
@smithhmackenzie
@DoctorTro
@HansAmato
@MissionMindset2 Also stop drinking alcohol‼️
@carnivoremax It's also lowering your testerone‼️
@masculinepath04 Also stop drinking alcohol‼️
@_AshleyRichmond
@FlexFusion_ Also stop drinking alcohol‼️
@aestheticprimal Also should aim to cut out alcohol‼️
@DailyUpgrades_
@FitWithDrSam Alcohol is also a testosterone killer‼️
@FitFounder
@MissionMindset2 Also avoid alcohol at all costs‼️
@KarlApexFit
@ChamberofFit
@thegarybrecka
RT @NoMoreFitLies: @FitFastCoach ‼️Alcohol significantly slows your fitness progress.
@FitFastCoach ‼️Alcohol significantly slows your fitness progress.
@SilentStrengtth Also should aim to cut out alcohol‼️
@nolimit_luke_
@Ninja__Wisdom Also should aim to cut out alcohol‼️
@testomaxing Also can't be drinking alcohol which lower testerone‼️
@AskCoachKev
@DearS_o_n
@testomaxing It is also because of consuming alcohol
@theoliveranwar
@jakobcigrovski Alcohol also destroys your fitness goals
@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).
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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