Without a bra, a woman's breasts look prettier
Last reviewed: 16.10.2021
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Researchers from France reported that it is better for women to abandon the use of a bra, since this wardrobe item was previously overrated, but actually brings more harm to the body than good. Moreover, the employees of the University of Besancon argue that it is the upper part of the female underwear that leads to the premature loss of the breast elasticity and shape.
For fifteen years, French scientists have studied the problems associated with the female breast: breast development, the influence of underwear on health and appearance of the bust. The study involved more than 130 women who voluntarily agreed to help scientists in the study of the issue. For 15 years, specialists have observed changes in the bust of each of the participants in the experiment with the help of logarithmic rulers and cavernometers.
Specialists from the University of Besancon are sure that the female breast does not receive any visible benefit from the regular use of a bra. The experiment showed that the opposite effect can be present: bras, whose vocation is to support the breast and provide a beautiful shape, contribute to the fact that the chest sags at a fairly early age. Scientists also reported that, both anatomically and physically, the upper part of the underwear does not benefit the female breast.
The result of the study showed that women who preferred to do without daily use of a bra, felt much better and could boast of a beautiful and elastic breasts.
For a long time, women were sure that the bra is a miraculous detail of the wardrobe, which helps to keep the breast in shape, prevents its sagging, relieves back pain and helps to maintain proper posture. Despite the prevalent opinion, a recent study showed that women who monitor their health and appearance, it is better to completely abandon bras.
In addition, that underwear, or rather - only a bra, adversely affects the appearance of the female breast, the researchers noticed that this wardrobe thing can cause constant pain in the back. Incorrectly selected underwear compresses the chest, which slows down the natural circulation and causes dull pain in the upper part of the spine. In addition to noticeable discomfort, impaired blood circulation can lead to chronic diseases, from which it will not be easy to get rid of later.
Some participants in the experiment who deliberately refused to use a bra, agreed after a year or two with the statements of scientists. They noted several advantages caused by the refusal of linen: first, many women after six months of life without a bra improved blood circulation, disappeared constant pain in the back and neck. Several participants in the study reported that it was much easier for them to breathe. French scientists, however, reported that this effect may not be noticeable in women over 45 years of age.