Moobs are a growing problem

Self-esteem issues affect men too

Body image issues don’t just affect women. Men suffer from low self-esteem too as body image has a direct bearing on one’s self-esteem.

It seems that man boob’s, ‘moobs’ or the real term – gynecomastia – is really playing havoc with men and their perception of themselves.

A UK government study, Know Your Limits, showed that 19 per cent of men surveyed in the North East are worried that drinking too much alcohol would lead to them development man boobs, but perhaps surprisingly 18 per cent are worried that they will get a beer belly.

Now – this is only a small difference, and still equates to one in five men – but, is it not perhaps significant that these results are not the same? It is an indication that men are more worried about man boobs because they carry such stigmas, whereas a beer belly has often been the proud accomplishment for many.

Gynecomastia can create a huge amount of upset for many, by igniting feelings of embarrassment, humiliation and shame – all of which, are common. In recent times, men have turned to excision of the breast tissue and liposuction to rid them of their problem.

Jack Nicholson shows of his moobs

So how do men grow their boobs? The enlargement of the breast tissues in men is something that occurs during puberty, and can subside in days or months but for some men it can be a lifelong problem. This problem can be avoided by many with unsurprisingly – a healthy diet and lifestyle, which involves balanced meals and an active daily routine.

Maximising on the post-Christmas/ New Year’s resolution drive, a website has been launched offering a natural solution to the removal of man boobs – aptly entitled www.removingmanboobs.com. The technique would incorporate up to 20 minutes a day of a ‘minor exercise schedule’ and this will all happen within 30 days. Do I smell a scam  a waste of money?