Bras have always been a somewhat controversial topic. Is it good or bad for you? Whether it is harmful or not, 80% of all women wear a bra, but the correct question is  whether they are safe to wear at night. In the following article we will explain this.

Is the bra a good idea?

We’ve talked about this topic more than once on this site. Is it safe? Or does it pose a kind of health risk to our breasts? In a study conducted in France by Professor Jean-Denis Rouillon, found that this garment was very useful.  It does not cause loss of  firmness  or cause them to hang over the years, for example. In fact, his research showed that it can actually accelerate a loss of firmness and cause more stretch marks.

But others in medical circles oppose this argument, arguing that bras are actually useful, especially for women who have large breasts, by adding comfort and support. The key is to have an appropriate size that many women, according to statistics, lack. Sometimes cups or braces are too tight, compressing breast tissue and preventing proper blood circulation. If you are the kind of woman who can not do without your bras, make sure to always choose the most comfortable and suitable type for your body. It is crucial.

To sleep with or without a bra, that is the question

Generally, experts recommend that you remove this garment when you go to bed. A study conducted by medical anthropologists has warned of something that should be seriously considered. They can press on several lymph nodes, preventing the body’s natural filtration of toxins through lymph drainage. And keep in mind that many of these functions take place at night, so wearing a bra at that time could lead to fluid retention and the formation of cysts, nodules or, in the long run, tumors. It is definitely a risk. 

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Bras can also compress parts of the forearms, further preventing lymph from removing toxins and an additional circulatory disease worth considering:  bras can cause the temperature in the chest to rise, which is bad in the long run. Breast tissue with a precursor to cancer has a higher temperature than normal tissue. It is not worth causing this symptom by wearing a bra overnight.

There is another aspect to consider: breasts need to be allowed to move to promote proper lymph flow. The manufacturers of bras say that in order to be healthy, one should not wear them more than 7 hours a day, nor at night. Your breasts need a little freedom of movement to create proper circulation. Remember that you need a good lymph and blood circulation to remove toxins from the body. So even if you have become accustomed to wearing a bra that is comfortable, it is still not a good idea to wear it for more than 7 hours in a row.  

What should you do?

If you simply can not live without wearing a bra to sleep at night, there are bras that are made specifically for sleeping with. It is a special kind of lingerie. And what is the secret behind this special outfit, you may ask? They have a shape that keeps the breasts separate and prevents the formation of ugly wrinkles due to compression. They are made of cotton without a hanger, and allow the skin to breathe. You can move around without feeling anything, but you get the support you need and are used to.  

But most importantly, remember that you should always choose bras that are the right size for you. Avoid those that are too tight at the edges or around the chest, and choose bras without a brace. While this is the best practice during the day, you are better off putting this garment back in the drawer until the morning.