5 bad habits that cause sagging breasts

Let's face it: it's impossible to avoid sagging breasts. It's sad, but it's a fact. Pregnancy, breast-feeding, and inexorably increasing age all contribute to a decrease in the elasticity of collagen (the connective tissue under the skin). As a result, the breasts may become less elastic than they were in their youth. A lot depends on genetics: if your mother's breasts are sagging, then you are most likely waiting for the same thing (thank you, mom!). In addition, recent studies have shown that breast tissue ages two to three times faster than the rest of the body. It's terrible!

Here it is worth interrupting the sad sobs and thinking about how to get rid of bad habits for the breast. This will help you slow down its sagging — despite all the above prerequisites.

SO, WHAT HABITS ARE HURTING YOUR BREASTS?

1. "Hungry" diets

If you periodically lose and gain 2-4 kilograms, it is unlikely that this will greatly affect the condition of your breasts. But "hungry" diets with a lot of excess weight are a completely different matter. The rapid loss and subsequent return of 10-15 kilograms, especially several times in a row, can turn the chest into spaniel ears. "The delicate breast tissue stretches like old tights and has a hard time getting back into shape," says Michael Edwards, a plastic surgeon and president of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

2. Smoking

Even breasts can't escape the harm that smoking brings. "Any amount of cigarettes weakens and ages the skin, narrowing blood vessels and impairing its blood supply," says Edwards.

3. Avoiding sunscreen

When the skin of the face without sunscreen is exposed to ultraviolet light, it leads to the appearance of premature wrinkles. Michael Edwards is sure that the same effect leads to stretching of the collagen of the breast skin.

4. A bad bra

Whatever model of bra you choose (sports top or glamorous lace), it should provide enough support. "The larger the amplitude of the vibrations, the more damaged the collagen and skin of the breast," says Michael Edwards. Go to a lingerie store and ask a sales assistant to help. You need a bra that is perfect for your size and shape.

5. Exercise too actively

To date, there is not enough scientific evidence to make a definitive decision, but some experts say that running or similar sports can lead to micro-breaks in the collagen in the breast. The reason is repeated reciprocating movements. But don't rush to throw away the treadmill! First, learn the details and remember that the pros of running can significantly outweigh the cons. Undoubtedly, it will help you look younger and more attractive in other places besides the chest.