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Is Your Underwire Bra a Breast Cancer Risk?

FitSugar — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:00:51 -0700

Teaching at a yoga studio means I meet a lot of free-spirited folks. One student told me she stopped wearing underwire bras because she heard they can lead to breast cancer. This idea has been circling around that wearing a bra all day compresses the lymphatic system of the breast, resulting in accumulation of toxins that cause breast cancer. Just about every woman I know wears a bra, and most opt for the ones with supportive underwires, so are we all at risk?

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Here are some reassuring words straight from the American Cancer Society.

"We do not know of any epidemiologic studies published in scientific journals that suggest bras directly contribute to breast cancer risk or that lymphatic compression by bras might cause breast cancer. "

Another fact to chew on. If wearing an over-the-shoulder-boulder-holder was linked to an increased risk in breast cancer, statistics would have shown a drop in breast cancer diagnoses in the 60s when most women were burning their bras and going braless. But stats didn't drop.

So wear your push-ups, underwires, demi cups, and sports bras without fear, especially if not wearing a bra is not an option for your girls.

Do You Always Wear a Bra?

FabSugarUK — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:32 -0700

Kate Moss often doesn't wear a bra because she feels that she doesn't need to. Last week she opened Topshop in a green dress without a bra (despite lingerie making up part of her new line). On the contrary, Scarlett Johansson told Observer Woman magazine this weekend, "I'd never go out without a bra. I don't understand full-chested women who do that." Which camp are you in – do you always wear a bra?

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I Don't Buy It: $59 Brassage Bra Prevents Breast Cancer

FitSugar — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0700

We all wish there was a cure for breast cancer since almost 200,000 woman are diagnosed with it each year. Wouldn't it be great if the cure was as easy as getting dressed in the morning? That's the notion behind the Brassage - a bra that massages your lymph nodes while you wear it. It's based on the patented LETflow Technology, a design by chiropractor Dr. Jayson Sher, which involves bumpy side panels on the bra that massage the lymph nodes. This "enhances the body's natural breast cleansing flow" and releases toxins, thereby making the breast tissue healthy. Christina Erteszek (daughter of famous lingerie designer Olga) loved the idea so much that she started manufacturing the Brassage. She claims it's not a cure-all for breast cancer, but it "helps relieve possible infection and disease." Hmm. While we all wish this bra was the answer, there's absolutely no medical research to back up the fact that massaging toxins out of our breasts will prevent breast cancer.

To see the video interview from Good Morning America questioning the claims made by the Brassage read more.

It's wrong to suggest to women that something could help prevent such a serious and life-threatening condition such as breast cancer. Thankfully though, now that some light has been shed on the Brassage and it's non-medical claims, Intimate Health has stopped manufacturing it.

Do Tell: What Was Your First Experience With a Bra Like?

DearSugar — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0800

After reading your great comments on my post last week about first periods, I got inspired by Nancita to ask another personal question - what was your first bra experience like?

Puberty happens at different times for all of us, but whether you were an early or late bloomer, this right of passage into womanhood is definitely another memorable adventure we've all experienced. So ladies, do tell, what was it like when you bought your first bra?

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Does Wearing a Bra Cause Breast Cancer?

FitSugar — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0700

I know it seems crazy, but there's a rumor buzzing around that wearing a bra regularly can cause breast cancer, and that underwire bras are the worst culprits. Some folks worry that wearing a bra all day compresses the lymphatic system of the breast, resulting in accumulation of toxins that cause breast cancer. Just about every woman I know wears a bra, so are we all at risk? It doesn't make sense because men can get breast cancer too, and they don't wear bras. At least I don't think so.

Here are some comforting words straight from the American Cancer Society: "We do not know of any epidemiologic studies published in scientific journals that suggest bras directly contribute to breast cancer risk or that lymphatic compression by bras might cause breast cancer. "

So there you have it. Good thing too because the idea of going bra-less all the time doesn't sound too comfortable to me. Could you imagine running without a bra? I'm a huge fan of supporting whatever you got, and I'm psyched to pass on the info that wearing any kind of bra doesn't increase your risk of breast cancer.

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Dear Quiz: What Is the Average Woman's Bra Size?

DearSugar — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Even if you aren't a lingerie girl per se, a bra is mandatory if you're at all endowed in the chest area! Of course, women come in a myriad of sizes and shapes, but Glamour magazine has come up with the average woman's bra size. Can you guess what it is?

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Simply Fab: Le Mystère Tisha Underwire T-Shirt Bra

FabSugar — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:00:22 -0700

Behold: the Le Mystère 'Dream Tisha' Underwire T-Shirt Bra ($68). I've been talking about tee shirts a lot lately and therefore have been on the look out for the perfect underneath accompaniment. I think I found it. This bra curves your bosom perfectly with its lightly padded cups and structural style. Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston are both fans and they have nice, er, racks. It also comes in nude, perfect for under your favorite white tee.

Hello Puberty

GiggleSugar — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 10:00:00 -0700

Been looking for the matching kitty thong and vibrapurrrrr set that your little darling's been asking for? Look no more.

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Introducing: Bacon by Victoria

GiggleSugar — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:00:00 -0700

It's in good taste, no?

(Raw is rawrrr! Throw this on for a hotter look.)

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Simply Fab: Online Bra Shopping Made Easier

FabSugar — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 08:00:22 -0700

Commiserate with me - online bra shopping is by no means an easy or fun process. But sometimes you'd rather not get off your comfy couch, even for new underthings. Since that's sometimes the case, HerRoom.com has come up with a genius solution. There's a feature that allows you to see how your desired bra, such as this Honeydew Racy Lacy Bralette ($27), would look under six different tops: button down, scoop neck, boat neck, square neck, deep v-neck, and cutaway tank. That way, you know how much use you'll get out of the bra depending on the style of shirt you wear most often. This is what I call smart shopping!