Few parts of the female anatomy attract as much attention as the breasts. The centuries have seen the ideal female body undergo a myriad of transformations, but the breasts remain the focal point. Many women who find themselves uncomfortable with the size and shape of their breasts may see few options aside from surgery. Herbal breast enlargement, with its rich history and tradition, may offer women a gentler, less expensive option for breast enlargement.
History and Folklore
Some of the oldest herbal breast-enlargement traditions date to Egyptian times. Harem girls were given tinctures and brews that would supposedly enlarge their breasts and beautify their skin. Throughout the centuries, women have been encouraged to fit a certain physical ideal, and folk remedies played a central role in helping them achieve it.
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Due to lack of empirical scientific research, it is difficult to establish whether herbal breast enlargement offers significant results. There is anecdotal evidence and multiple cultural references suggesting that herbal breast enlargement does produce an estrogenic effect on the body by increasing water retention and fat cells in the breasts.
Common Herbs
The herbs most commonly noted for their ability to enlarge the breasts are fenugreek seed, saw palmetto, red clover, wild yam and dong quai. These herbs contain compounds called phytoestrogens that can produce a feeling of breast fullness or an actual increase in breast size.
Dosages
The dosages of breast enlargement herbs in commercially prepared supplements varies widely. The amount of herbs present in these preparations is not always clear. When herbs like fenugreek and wild yam are taken individually, the chances of getting a dosage high enough to produce an effect are increased. When taking individual herbs, begin with only one or two, and increase dosage incrementally over the course of a few months.
Risks
There have not been any substantial scientific claims regarding the efficacy of herbs used for breast enlargement. There also shouldn't be any assumption that these herbs are automatically safe for everyone to use. Some herbs, such as dong quai, have been shown to interact with certain medications. Consult a doctor before using breast-enlargement herbs, especially if you are taking other medications. If you are pregnant or nursing, avoid breast-enlargement herbs altogether.
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