For women with exceptionally large breasts, surgery can sometimes seem like the only option for a more average breast size. However, in addition to being costly, painful and difficult on the body, insurance often does not cover this procedure, making it out of reach for many women. There are several options to consider when surgery is not one of them.
Nutrition and Exercise
Breasts are made up of fatty tissue and can therefore be reduced by the weight loss that comes with exercise and proper diet. This is the only proven method of reducing breast size, and the amount of fat lost from breast tissue depends on the amount of weight lost overall. For most women, smaller breasts are the first sign of weight loss. You can also do some strength training to lift and define your breasts better, even as they get smaller from weight loss, through toning up the pectoral muscles. In fact, any muscle that helps to tone up the chest wall will contribute to higher and more defined breasts, even as the cup size is reduced through diet and exercise.
Minimizer Bra
While this does not officially reduce the size of your breasts, it makes them appear to be smaller than they really are. For women that want to look as though they have smaller breasts, even if they are taking other steps to reduce them, a minimizer bra is the best choice. Invest in a well-made bra, with plenty of support around the shoulders, back and cups. A solid minimizer bra will not only minimize the appearance of your breasts, but also lift them and provide relief and comfort to your shoulders and back. The strips should be fairly wide for optimal results and underwire styles generally work best for women with large breasts. In some instances, wearing a minimizer bra can reduce the appearance of your breasts by up to two inches, a fairly significant margin for changing to a different style of bra.
Herbal Supplements
There are herbal supplements that guarantee breast reduction, including pills like Alexia and Trima. Some women wear by them, and others say they don't work. However, after consulting with your doctor, give them a try. You can generally find them at a vitamin store or natural foods shop. Trying these supplements for yourself is the only way to determine if they are truly effective or not.
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