Facts and Tips

• It is perfectly normal for breasts to be different in size and shape
• It is common for the right breast to be smaller than the left
• 70% of women are not satisfied with their bust
• After puberty, a women's breast size can vary during the month depending on the woman's menstrual cycle.
• During pregnancy, breasts together can become up to one pound heavier.
• Breast size is not a factor in the ability of women who want to nurse their babies
• Breast feeding has a natural contraceptive effect for three or four months, but is not 100% effective.
• Dry skin can cause nipples to become dry and itchy.
• Your risk of breast cancer increases as you age; 80% of cases occur in women over 50.
• Most women have nipple hair; if you don't like it, it can be shaved off, plucked or removed with electrolysis.
  

Breast Beauty Tips

1. Avoid drastic fluctuations in weight
2. Exercise
3. Wear a sports bra during exercise
4. Avoid poor posture
   

Breast Health Tips

1. Monthly breast self-examination
2. Screening mammography if you are over 50 or if you have an immediate family member who has had breast cancer
3. Yearly clinical breast exam
4. Exercise
5. Low fat diet, eat healthy foods that are rich in nutrients
6. Get adequate sleep
7. Limit caffeine intake
8. Limit alcohol intake
9. Quit smoking