Is Wearing A Bra Good Or Bad?

To wear a bra or not to wear a bra  … that is the question. There are people who defend the wearing of a bra tooth and nail. Others think you should only wear a bra during certain times of the day. And still others think that this piece of clothing is completely unnecessary.

Which of these beliefs, then, is the truth?

In today’s article, we’ll take a look at whether  or not it’s good to wear a bra.

The effect of a bra on women

Jean Denis Rouillon, a doctor at the University of Franche-Comté, has been studying the effect of the bra on women for several years.

His research is based on  analyzing, observing and measuring the breasts of volunteer participants  as they describe their experiences of wearing or not wearing a bra. Some only wear a bra during certain situations (like sports, for example), while others decide to never wear one.

According to the early conclusions, the nipples of women who do not wear a bra are an average of 7 mm higher per year. The reason? Your breasts are stronger.

Some of the volunteers in the study had no problem exercising without a bra. It wasn’t like going to work, being at home, or going to a party without a bra. Their breasts didn’t hurt at the end of the day and they didn’t feel any discomfort.

The only downside they described was  the reactions of the people around them,  who looked at them strangely or even told them to put on a bra. In most cases, they chose to wear a non-wired bra to avoid these reactions.

One thing that is certain is that this study  did not cover a large proportion of the female population:  women over 30, with large breasts, overweight or women with children.

Everything can change if even one of these conditions is met. During pregnancy, for example, the breasts grow and the mammary glands sink. In these cases it is therefore better to wear a bra.

Wearing a bra: facts and myths

While you may think that women have always worn a bra, this is not the case. It is a fairly modern invention that is mainly based on fashion.

Let’s take a look at the most common myths and truths about wearing a bra.

1. ‘Wearing a bra is necessary’

We must look again to Professor Rouillon for the answer to this question. According to the doctor, a bra can cause stretch marks, sagging breasts and a loss of tissue firmness. The bra is therefore actually a false necessity.

2. ‘You need one to fight the effects of gravity’

We don’t know what Isaac Newton will think about this, but most women think wearing a bra can prevent their breasts from sagging or sagging.

However, the truth is that a bra can actually limit the growth of the firming tissue. A bra therefore offers  no anatomical or physiological advantages.

3. ‘Underwired bras are better’

It is true that these types of bras make the breasts look beautiful. However, they do have drawbacks.

Frequently wearing underwired bras can cause injuries – both internally and externally. They are also associated with an  increased risk of breast cancer.

4. ‘You should also wear a bra at night’

Some women don’t take off their bra at night because they worry about the effects of gravity or because they think wearing it makes it more comfortable to sleep on the stomach. The first is a myth and the second depends on personal preferences.

According to the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, it is the microscopic ligaments that hold the breasts in place. Once they’ve gotten used to something else doing the work for them (ie the bra), they’ll get weakened and there’s likely a loss of firmness.

5. ‘The bigger the breasts, the tighter the straps’

Before considering what kind of adjustment you need, it’s better to buy a bra that has straps that are proportionate to the size and weight of your breasts.

If you have large breasts, the straps should be wide. The opposite is true for women with smaller breasts.

You should also know that the more tension there is on the straps, the less work your ligaments do. When you take off your tight bra, your breasts will sag more than usual. It’s like they’re a rubber band that gets released after being stretched for hours.

6. You need extra support during exercise and pregnancy

This can be  totally true,  as your breasts swell more than usual while you exercise or during pregnancy.

You have to wear a special kind of bra.  Always remove the bra at night or after a sweaty workout.

Other circumstances where you may need more support include:

• Being overweight.
• Big breasts in proportion to your body.
• Breastfeeding.

• During and/or after the transition.

Finally  , you should never wear your bra for more than seven or eight hours in a row. You can wear it when you are at work or away from home and take it off when you get home.

This way  your breasts can relax and you reduce the risks associated with wearing this garment.

And of course,  take off your bra before going to bed!