A woman and a bra are a seemingly traditional combination. We are accustomed to the idea that this item of clothing is an integral part of women’s daily “outfit.” Young girls tend to get a bra as soon as possible, not only for reasons of beauty and the desire for adulthood - they are sure that “without a bra, their breasts will sag.” Adult women are guided by approximately the same thoughts, plus long-term habit becomes a significant factor. Is it possible not to wear a bra and why have some modern scientists started talking about its dangers?

Why wear a bra?

The history of wearing bras goes back centuries. Already in Ancient Egypt, women used simple versions of “bras”: a strip tied under the breasts to support it, and a strip attached to the chest to hide curvaceous figures. Small, neat breasts were in fashion back then. Items vaguely reminiscent of modern bras existed until the appearance in 1500 of the first corsets, which lifted the breasts and formed the “correct” silhouette. The idea of ​​a corset with two separate cups appeared only at the end of the 19th century, and at the beginning of the 20th century the bra in its modern sense was created - as a separate piece of women's clothing.

Thus, the desire to hide breasts or visually change their shape among women has always existed. This is an aesthetic (and, of course, important!) aspect. In addition, it is really difficult for women with very large breasts to do without support - in this case, we can talk about the medical justification for wearing a bra.

However, those girls and women whose breasts are compact in size and have a beautiful shape also have a bra in their wardrobe. Do these representatives of the fair sex need a bra? Women are convinced that without a bra their breasts will quickly lose their beauty, since this way they will be more susceptible to gravity and, accordingly, sagging. Surprisingly, this is just a stereotype.

Bra damage

Wearing a bra not only visually changes a woman's figure, but also directly affects her health, especially with prolonged daily use. What is the harm of bras (primarily underwire models)?

1. Uncomfortable sensations

Many women do not even notice that wearing a bra causes slight discomfort. Habit, as they say, is second nature. And yet, if after removing your bra you notice pressed marks of straps or imprints of “bones” under your breasts on your skin, know that this is already a sign of trouble. A feeling of lack of freedom and tightness also indicates that your bra has a bad effect on your breasts. A particularly serious mistake is made by women who deliberately choose a smaller bra size. They think that this way the breasts will look more seductive. However, you must understand that in addition to discomfort, the result of such a choice can be a deterioration in blood circulation and lymph flow, pain in the neck, shoulders and back, and even numbness and tingling of the hands.

1. Poor circulation and lymph flow

Without a bra, most women feel insufficiently toned and beautiful. Some people even try to be “on top” at home without taking off their bra.

What happens during long-term daily wearing of this item of clothing? The bra redistributes the weight of a woman's breasts between the cups, connecting them with a ribbon and straps. He lifts his chest and squeezes it. These processes are not physiological, since in the chest area, especially in the armpits, there are a large number of lymph nodes and vessels. Daily pressure on these areas, as well as an increase in temperature in them, can lead to malfunctions of the lymphatic system and the entire body.

Proven fact: giving up a bra often leads to an improvement in breast mastopathy.

1. Increased likelihood of breast cancer

American scientists openly talk about the connection between wearing a bra and breast cancer. According to them, women who wear a bra around the clock, even while sleeping, have a 125 times higher risk of developing breast cancer compared to those who completely refused this item of clothing, and 113 times higher when compared to women wearing a bra. about 12 hours a day.

Scientists were inspired to conduct research into the effect of bras on the formation of malignant tumors based on observations of women from different cultural groups. Residents of Africa and Asian countries rarely get breast cancer. But in North America and Europe the disease is rampant... Of course, the geographic selectivity of cancer can be attributed to heredity, differences in nutrition, stress, late motherhood and refusal of breastfeeding. But the fact that, for example, Japanese women who come to the United States and begin to dress according to local customs (of course, wearing a bra that is unusual for Asia) become susceptible to breast cancer in the same way as American women makes one think.

According to researchers, the bra, due to the inevitable compression of the breasts and areas around it, interferes with the normal outflow of lymph, which in turn leads to the deposition of toxins in the breasts. Underwire models and unsuitable bras make the situation worse.

To be fair, we note that there is another category of scientists (in particular, these are representatives of the Blokhin Scientific Center, which studies oncology issues) who are convinced that a properly selected bra cannot increase the risk of developing malignant breast tumors.

In addition to the compressive effect, a bra creates another risk factor for breast cancer: it increases core body temperature and reduces the production of melatonin, a powerful antioxidant hormone. The function of this hormone is to strengthen immunity, slow down the aging process and growth of cancer cells, and improve sleep quality.

Are there any benefits to wearing a bra?

It's stupid to deny that some women really need a bra. First of all, this applies to owners of large and heavy breasts. Without a bra, they experience discomfort and even pain. Of course, in this case, you cannot refuse this wardrobe item.

Another situation where wearing a bra is beneficial is after breast surgery. But after the time specified by the doctor has passed, the meaning of using a bra is lost.

The benefits of a bra for girls and women with small breasts are perhaps only psychological. The modern standard of beauty dictates its own rules: firm, “high”, erect breasts of medium or even large size. Hence the popularity of various “push-ups” on underwires with foam, gel and silicone inserts. Is it worth putting your breasts at risk to match the image from glossy magazines? It’s up to you to decide...

One can also talk about the protective function of bras with thick, in particular, foam cups. A woman who gets pushed in the chest on public transport will be protected to some extent thanks to a layer of foam rubber.

Another point that speaks in favor of bras is wearing them during breastfeeding. However, the rationale here will not be the tired “support and prevention of sagging,” but convenience for the woman. It is convenient to use pads in the bra that hide the leakage of milk.

As for the more “decent” appearance of a woman in a bra, it is not clear whether this can be attributed to its benefits. Rather, we should call it an advantage of the bra. Although a neat and decent appearance (if a woman’s breasts are not very large) is quite achievable without a bra under her clothes.

Do I need to wear a bra?

There is no clear answer to this question. The exception is medical indications for wearing a bra: very large breast size and the postoperative period. As for other “indications”, let’s consider them in more detail:

Breast support . There is no scientific basis for the benefits of wearing a bra. On the contrary, there are studies confirming the negative impact of bras on the firmness and firmness of women's breasts. In particular, Professor Jean-Denis Rouillon (University of Franche-Comté, Besançon, France) studied the effect of a bra on the breasts of 103 female volunteers for 15 years. To evaluate the breast, a calibrator, a device that measures the distance between two sides of an object, was used. As it turned out, women who did not wear a bra had firmer breasts and fewer stretch marks. On the contrary, wearing a bra led to sagging breasts and sagging skin. Professor Rouillon believes that unnatural support of the ligaments can lead to their gradual weakening, and as a result, a deterioration in the appearance of the breast. Of course, this study would be incorrect to apply to absolutely all women. However, in many ways it dispels the myth about the benefits of a bra for supporting a woman’s breasts. By the way, women were once assured that without corsets their abdominal muscles would weaken...

Weakening of the breast skin and its gradual sagging one way or another occurs with age. This is due to hormonal changes in a woman’s body, pregnancy, and simply gradual aging. Women should remember that the main function of the mammary glands is not their compliance with fashionable standards, but feeding the child.

It's uncomfortable without a bra . You need to understand that such statements are most often caused only by habit, and not by real discomfort. If your breasts are not too large (up to size 3), the absence of a bra cannot cause you reasonable discomfort. And you simply don’t notice the discomfort caused by the bra.

Walking without a bra is indecent . A woman's morality has nothing to do with whether she wears a bra under her clothes. Although, of course, for some girls the lack of underwear is really dictated by the desire to attract male attention. The “decency” of appearance depends on the goals and needs of the woman. It is quite possible to dress neatly and elegantly, including for work, without a bra. Probably every woman feels the edge of decency.

All women should wear a bra . Of course this is not true. Every girl and woman must decide for herself how to dress and what underwear to wear. This is your health and your own body. No one is saying that you should completely give up your bra! But you also don’t need to get carried away with wearing it (especially wearing it around the clock) and take an irresponsible approach to choosing this delicate item of clothing.

A bra is necessary during sports / during pregnancy / nursing mothers . Playing sports confuses many women, because active jumping, running and other exercises cause breasts to sway. However, worries about her health are unfounded - active movements promote good blood flow and lymph outflow from the mammary glands. Therefore, from a health point of view, there is no need for a sports bra. And if you feel that you still need it, choose a model that will not tighten your chest. There are also no medical reasons for wearing a bra during pregnancy or lactation. If you feel more comfortable in a bra, keep in mind that you don't need to wear it 24/7 - give your breasts a rest. It has been proven that lactostasis in nursing mothers can be triggered by prolonged wearing of a compressive bra.

So, what should women do - wear a bra or not? It depends on your individual characteristics and habits. For those with very large breasts and women who have been wearing a bra for many years, there is no point in giving it up in horror after learning about the pinching of blood vessels and the theoretical connection between wearing a bra and the risk of breast cancer. The main thing is to listen to your body and its needs; It is imperative to give your breasts a break from underwear whenever the opportunity arises. Don't wear a bra at home and especially while sleeping. Take your choice of bra as seriously as possible: it should fit you perfectly in size, and in no case should it be too tight or too tight. It is advisable to choose models made from natural materials – cotton, silk; with seamless cups (this is an important point for women with mastopathy). You should not use bras of dubious manufacture, because... In their production, low-quality dyes are often used, which are quickly washed off when sweating and can be absorbed by the skin.

Let your breasts be beautiful and healthy!

Did you know that the first prototypes of such a common item of women's wardrobe as a bra appeared in the times of Ancient Egypt? Then the residents of this hot region tightened their breasts with special ribbons - a small bust was in fashion at that time, and this was emphasized in every possible way. Later, similar ribbons were also used, or more precisely, by Greek women, as well as residents of Ancient Rome - in their wardrobe, strophy belts came closest to modern forms of underwear. Of course, such clothes for the chest were not at all similar to modern types of bras, but they still performed the same functions. But what exactly these functions were, and why a bra is needed in general - let's talk about this later in our article.

In its modern form, the bra replaced heavy and uncomfortable corsets in the 19th century at the suggestion of the Frenchwoman Hermine Cadol, who adhered to the idea of ​​the German school of feminine hygiene. True, the main function is to cover the breasts - both the bra and the rigid corset are similar to each other. The requirement that women's mammary glands be hidden from view under dresses and underwear has come since the Middle Ages and is firmly ingrained in the foundations of European culture right up to modern times. After all, even now a woman with bare breasts on the streets of the city will cause confusion and condemnation of others. So the main reason why women wear a bra lies, first of all, in a cultural tradition that prohibits openly demonstrating one’s own charms.

But besides the cultural aspect, there are other reasons why almost every woman in the world wears a bra. For example, the purpose of wearing it may be medical, or more precisely, hygienic. Why do you need a bra from this point of view? First of all - to support the breasts. When constantly walking without this item of underwear, an excessive and uneven load is placed on the mammary glands, and their constant mobility can provoke stagnation in the lower lobes, impair blood supply and, as a result, cause the occurrence of mastopathy and malignant neoplasms. It is this reason why girls need a bra that is the most significant of all today. True, not all are equally beneficial for health. For example, models without straps cannot provide the necessary support for the breasts, and from a hygienic point of view they are absolutely useless. You should also choose the right types of bras based on your bust size.
For owners of large sizes, bras with narrow straps will not be beneficial in this regard - they simply will not be able to support a fairly heavy bust.

Well, in this article you shouldn’t ignore another motive for why you need a bra - this time it’s aesthetic. As the classics correctly noted, complete nudity is less attractive to the eye than partial nudity. That’s why beautiful lingerie has long become a powerful item in the arsenal of every seductress. Made from expensive lace, decorated with ribbons, stones, embroidery, items of underwear, selected with taste and to the place, can themselves give a comprehensive answer to the question of why a bra is needed.

Throughout human history, the female body has been required to conform to the fashion trends of a particular area and era. In African tribes, women made huge tunnels in their ears or stretched their necks, adding metal rings to them with each year of life. European girls were shackled in tight corsets. All this did not contribute to comfort or the manifestation of natural beauty, but was a tribute to fashion. Women’s breasts have always received special attention from men, and, accordingly, from fashion. In ancient Egypt, small, firm breasts were revered, and wearing large, saggy breasts was considered the lot of commoners. In prehistoric Europe, on the contrary, women were depicted with exaggerated mammary glands, and in medieval Europe, flat female profiles again became the ideal. In our time, we observe a cult of lush, raised breasts. The bra (aka bra) has also become widespread. How related are these two facts? And in general, why do girls need a bra in modern realities? Let's figure it out.

Why do you need a bra?

1. Hide a little breasts. A woman’s breasts should be covered, such are the moral principles in modern society. Many girls find a bra downright uncomfortable, but they have to wear it for this reason. At a minimum, the bra should cover your nipples.

There are, of course, societies of feminists who fight for equality in this matter, wanting to calmly walk around with a bare bust, like men. But the position of conservatives on this issue cannot be shaken - women’s breasts remain material for viewers over 18 years of age.

In addition, a bra, like other items of clothing, provides protection against sexual aggression. If you shine your bare tits through the gateways, you might stumble upon a maniac. Or, conversely, scaring them away depends on the chest. That's why you need a bra.

2. Support your breasts. Girls need support, including their breasts. Especially the big ones. But you shouldn’t offer a girl support for her boobs - it’s better to support the lady morally. The breasts are already held in place by the bra. To take over his dominance, you first need to try a little. Read more in the article.

Wearing a bra is believed to prevent breasts from sagging. But recent research in this area indicates that wearing a bra only contributes to the atrophy of the muscles that support the breasts. According to this data, 250 women who gave up bras experienced discomfort at first, but after several months they no longer understood how they used to wear bras, experiencing much greater comfort. Scientists' measurements showed that their mammary glands became elastic, toned and younger in appearance.

If you come across a girl who doesn't want to take off her bra, tell her about this study. She will fall asleep, and you can easily remove her bra.

Breast sagging itself is a natural physiological process. But it can be slowed down by playing sports. Why should you wear a bra? It's definitely not to prevent sagging.

3. Create a sweet deception. Many modern models of bras are clever devices that have one goal - to mislead guys. The cups of such bras contain much more foam rubber or other filler than the breast itself. But from the outside, the “titi” looks raised, appetizing and a size or two larger.

Therefore, before taking a girl to your place, make sure that her inner world matches her external parameters. But if you get caught by a girl, don’t blame her - let her know that she’s beautiful as is. Tell us about ancient Egypt.

4. And other purposes.

We see that wearing a bra is driven more by moral, social and aesthetic reasons than by practical ones. To wear a bra or not is a personal matter for each girl, since the Constitution of the Russian Federation does not oblige this. But appearing in a public place without a top at all will not please the guardians of morality.

Wear comfortable and beautiful underwear, be attractive and desirable!

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At the end of the 19th century, the idea of ​​a German school of feminine hygiene gained great popularity. Doctors of that time argued that the corset was harmful to a woman’s health. In addition, it doomed the fair sex to immobility and lack of independence, which means it served as a kind of instrument for the enslavement of women. Therefore, the idea of ​​liberation from the corset was joyfully taken up by the suffragettes.

The bra transfers the weight of the bust to the shoulders, supporting it with the help of straps, in contrast to the corset, which supported the chest from below. In other words, we can say that a bra is the antithesis of a corset.

The requirement that the mammary glands of the female body should not be visible under clothes and underwear came from the times of his Puritan views and was firmly entrenched in European culture until the present day. After all, even now a girl or woman with bare breasts or even just in a transparent blouse, from under which her nipples noticeably stick out, will cause condemnation from others. So one of the main reasons why women wear a bra is because of the cultural tradition that prohibits openly showing off one's own charms.

Hygienic function of the bra

Apart from the cultural aspect, there are also other reasons why the majority of women in civilized countries wear a bra. For example, the purpose of wearing this item of women's clothing may be medical, or, more precisely, hygienic. Why do you need a bra from this point of view? First of all, to support the bust. With constant walking, an uneven and excessive load is placed on the mammary glands, and their constant mobility can impair blood supply, provoke congestion in the lower lobes, and cause the occurrence of mastopathy, as well as malignant neoplasms. Perhaps this reason is the most significant of all.

On the other hand, not so long ago scientists conducted studies that prove that constantly wearing a bra can cause breast cancer in women. Therefore, it is strictly not recommended to walk during most of the day, much less sleep in it. In addition, not all bra models are healthy. For example, strapless models are not able to provide the necessary support for the breasts. The entire weight of the bust is supported only by the sides of the bra, which cut into the body in the area where the lymph nodes are located.

It is necessary to choose the right bra model based on your breast size.

For those with a large bust, you should not choose bras with narrow straps that are not able to support heavy breasts. You should also not wear:
- tight;
- nylon, creating a “greenhouse” effect;
- tight sports bras that flatten the breasts.

Aesthetic function of the bra

And, of course, you shouldn’t ignore another reason, the bra, this time aesthetic. It is believed that partial beauty captures the male imagination more than complete beauty.

That’s why beautiful underwear has long become a powerful weapon in the arsenal of every seductress. Modern bras, made of expensive lace, decorated with stones, ribbons, embroidery, selected with taste - this is a wonderful frame for a woman’s bust.

The beautiful half of humanity drives men crazy precisely because of their beautiful forms, which simply need to be wrapped in the finest lace, silk and precious stones. Beautiful lingerie is a great way to seduce, but it is also a permanent attribute of a woman's wardrobe. Almost 90% of all women on the planet prefer to wear a bra. Besides, only a few of us choose to turn bras into incredible expensive investments.

Why do you need a bra?

Before you make a purchase for a new bra, we answer the main question Why buy a bra? First of all, for comfort and protection. A woman's breasts are a particularly sensitive part of the body that needs to be covered. If you play sports, use public transport every day, or lead an active lifestyle, then your mammary gland will feel any physical actions and any touch of clothing.

They will not be very pleasant and can lead to irritation.
The bra helps to give the desired shape. It just so happens that a significant half of women are constantly dissatisfied with their bodies. Either the weight needs to be reduced, then the butt needs to be pumped up, or the arms are too thick. What can we say about the chest? There are constant disputes here.

Owners of curvy figures suffer from stress on their backs and dream of small breasts, while housewives of modest sizes, on the contrary, are ready to give everything for the desired large breasts. Bra manufacturers are rushing to the rescue. It is enough to choose the “right” bra and your breasts will visually become smaller. The balcony will elevate it perfectly.

The “push-up” effect is a godsend for small breasts, because it perfectly lifts and perfectly increases their volume thanks to foam inserts.
Unfortunately, our body loses its shape and any tissue can lose its elasticity. This is explained by changes in the hormonal background of any person, and a decrease in metabolism, and where would we be without the force of attraction known from physics lessons.

We can correct and improve most of our body by dieting and exercising. But even a contrast shower cannot help “keep” the breasts within limits. She sags. Why invent a bicycle, just choose a bra.
And the most magnificent function of any bra is erotic.

There can be a lot of options: romantic lace, half-open, completely open, leather, transparent - everything that can please the male eye and lead to the most extraordinary dreams. Among the Diorella models you will always find exactly the one that will deprive your man of sleep. How could it be otherwise, if only the playful phrase: “Darling, I’m wearing new underwear” can make the male brain plunge into fantasy for a few minutes. Are any more arguments needed? why do you need a bra??

Medical point of view - Why wear a bra

Doctors will not argue that unprotected breasts are susceptible to minor injuries. And this, in turn, can guarantee the formation of inflammation, mastopathy and, even worse, the occurrence of tumors. Today, such diseases are very common among women. And they terrify every representative of the fair sex.

There are many studies that prove that wearing is harmful, others, on the contrary, that it is useful. And the question: “Should I wear a bra” does not leave any of us. In any case, you have determined the answer for yourself. And if you choose to wear it, then be sure to follow the following two rules. First of all, your breasts need to rest, so you should never wear a bra all the time. To avoid the development of breast cancer, mastopathy and other inflammations, do not squeeze your breasts under any circumstances, allow blood flow to resume.