How To Treat Breast Tenderness Naturally
August 17, 2009
The root causes responsible for occurrence of breast tenderness are inadequate dietary habits, hormonal imbalances and menstrual cycle. Given below are a number of effective natural remedies to treat breast tenderness.
Compress – Regular application of a hot compress on affected breast for at least twenty minutes endows with much relief from breast tenderness.
Choose Wisely – It is essential for a female to choose bra wisely while experiencing breast tenderness. It is advisable to always opt for correct size of bra to avert pain. A sport bra might also prove to be valuable in reducing occurrences of breast tenderness and pain.
Calcium and Vitamin Conscious – Females experiencing breast tenderness should increase intake of calcium rich food in daily diet to cope with the deficiency of calcium in body, which is one of the root causes for breast tenderness. An adequate daily consumption of vitamin rich foods, especially in vitamin E assists in prevention of fibrocystic breast and provides considerable relief from pain and tenderness.
Daily consumption of at least 1 serving of soy based products releases liberal amount of isoflavones in body which further helps in alleviating pain. Soybeans, soy milk, nuggets and chunks are few good examples to be included in meals.
Evening Primrose Oil – Owing to the ample quantities of essential fatty acids found in evening primrose oil, its consumption aids in relieving pain and reducing elevated levels of breast tenderness.
Herbal Tea – Consuming a cup of herbal tea prepared with either corn silk, Buchu or uva ursi helps in eliminating accumulated toxins in breast. It should be consumed at least 4-5 times a day to counter-balance the impaired hormonal system. To prepare a herbal tea, blend two teaspoons of any of these herbs in a cup of boiling water and steep it for fifteen minutes. After fifteen minutes, strain using a clean muslin cloth and consume.
Don’t Loose Weight – It is evident that excessive weight loss leads towards reduced capabilities of hormones. Impaired hormonal balances confine body’s capability to convert essential fatty acids in GLA. GLA plays a crucial role in suppression of pain and other symptoms associated with breast tenderness.
Avoid – It is recommended for females suffering from frequent occurring of breast tenderness to avoid consumption of sodium rich foods together with caffeinated products, alcohol, aerated sodas, and margarine.
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