Breast Enhancement by Exercise, Diet and Implant Surgery

By Jeffrey Rossini

Basic physiology of the breasts:

Each adult female mammary gland consists of up to 20 lobes. These are covered by large amounts of adipose tissue (fat). It is this fat that gives the breast its shape and tone. The lobes of each mammary gland form a conical mass, with the nipple formed at the apex. The mammaries are held in place by 'Cooper's ligaments'. These ligaments extend from the pectoral muscles to the skin over the mammary glands to prevent sagging. Has women age these ligaments weaken and elongate. This is the main reason why usually womens breasts tend to sag when they get older.

Options for Breast Enhancement.

Exercise.

Although there is no one particular exercise that will improve the appearance of the breasts, any exercise that improves the tone of the pectoral muscles will help counteract a sagging bosom. However, it is always good advice to have a medical check up before embarking on a tough exercise regimen.

Dietary herbal supplementation.

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum). This herb has been shown to help the enlargement of the breasts.
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare). This herb is said to have an estrogenic effect on the breasts. Although this has been used for years, research is vague. Taking fennel can cause lower tolerance to sunlight.
Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus). This is used in many breast enhancement products. However, it should be taken with care by people suffering gastrointestinal problems.

Breast implants

The cost of breast implants has gradually decreased in real terms over the past few years. Silicon breast implants have been banned for many years and have been superceded by saline (salt water) implants. Has with any invasive procedure this surgery can have serious side effects. These can range from the breast rejecting the implant to the implant itself leaking. However, there are many more side effects that should be considered and discussed with the surgeon.

It is clear that there is no easy route for the woman who wants to improve the appearance of her breasts. Careful consideration should be given to any of the options, considering costs and side effects.

Jeffrey Rossini works in medicine. He has helped clients with body image and self esteem problems. More information can be found at http://www.my-health-answer.com

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