Many
women have little knowledge on how to improve their breast health, and
unknowingly do things that could be harmful to their prized asset.
Every woman wants the best for her breasts, and these tips would help ensure that your breasts are in good shape.
1. MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT
To have your breast in perfect condition, you also ought to maintain a healthy weight.
2. EXERCISE
Exercising
is also important for your breast health. It would help you maintain a
healthy weight and reduce the risk of cancer, as obesity has been linked
to an increased risk of cancer.
Simple exercises like walking and
jogging can have a good effect on your breast health, as such exercises
lower cortisol and blood sugar, leading to improved hormone responses.
3. EAT LOTS OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Fruits
and vegetables are packed with nutrients and antioxidants that help
boost immunity. Several researches have shown that fruits and vegetables
reduce the risk of breast cancer and breast tumour.
4. EAT FOODS RICH IN FOLATE
Breast
cancer is a risk for the today’s woman, and a lack of folate has been
researched to have a link with damaged DNA which could in turn increase
the risk of cancer.
Foods such as spinach, green vegetables, dried beans and peas, okra and asparagus are rich in folate.
5. POOR POSTURE
Poor posture can make your boobs lose its strength; even the perkiest of boobs can suffer as a result of poor posture.
Try to always maintain a good posture if you want your breasts to be in good shape.
6. WEAR BRAS THAT FIT
Bras
that are too tight aren’t only bad for your breast health, but can also
cause respiratory problems in the long run. Bras that are too loose
aren’t also good for your breast shape.
7. Cut off stress and try to have enough sleep. Your health would thank you for this, likewise your breast.
8. Avoid exposing your breast to sunlight; it isn’t healthy — can also lead to wrinkled and saggy boobs.
9. LIMIT YOUR USE OF BRA
Try
to go braless when you are home. According to research, women who wore
their bras 24 hours a day had a 3 out of 4 chance of developing breast
cancer. Women who wore bras more than 12 hours a day but not to bed, has
a 1 out of 7 risk of developing breast cancer. Women who wore their
bras less than 12 hours a day had a 1 out of 52 risk, and women who
rarely wore bras had a 1 out of 152 chance of getting breast cancer.
10. Limit your alcohol intake.
Your breasts should be a prized asset; take care of it
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