In spite of all the anecdotal benefits to bra wearing, more and more women are jumping on this latest breast health trend. Guides helping women of all breast sizes to go braless are popping up on the internet. There are guides to enjoying the hot, summertime weather without wearing a bra and guides to how to pull off going to work with a bra on. Women everywhere are ready to shed their bras in the name of breast health and personal comfort.
Most women around the world think they need to wear a bra. But do they?
What are the advantages of wearing a bra?
Although there is nothing wrong with either wearing or not wearing a bra, there are many factors to consider before making a decision.
Breasts contain mainly fat, glands, connective tissue and fluids. These contents are supported against gravity by tissues and the skin that covers them. When you’re sitting or standing, there is much strain on these elements. As you walk or exercise, the tissues inside the breast may experience tiny injuries, causing pain and discomfort. The weight of a large bust may be too much for the chest to support comfortably.
What Is the Purpose of a Bra?
The whole point of wearing a bra is to apportion some or all of the weight of your bust onto the shoulders and waist area. When a bra is properly fitted, about 80% of this weight is carried by the band, and the remainder by the shoulders. When a bra fits poorly, most of the weight is on the shoulders. This might cause headaches, or pain in the shoulders and neck.
Do you prefer wearing a Bra or going Bra free?
