Every day there are new and more effective ways of promoting and maintaining breast health being discovered and developed. Breast cancer is the second most lethal form of cancer in women only falling behind lung cancer. Because it is still such a prominent risk for women it is important to begin making positive life choices early on in life that build a foundation for better breast health later in life. In the past we’ve discussed the benefits of a healthy diet and the right amount of exercise as ways to maintain good breast health. These two lifestyle choices in combination with other practices will only serve to better your breast health as well as your overall health.
In this article we focus on a breast massage technique that assists in the drainage of harmful fluids from the breast glands. Dr. David Williams, a medical researcher, biochemist and one of the world’s leading experts in natural healing, featured this breast massage technique on his website as a key recommendation for breast health. The technique is easy and only takes a few minutes if you follow the steps below:
- Remove your bra and lie on a flat comfortable surface with some privacy. Raise one arm and rest it so your hand is relaxed over your head.
- Using your other hand stimulate the nipple of the opposite breast gently. For example you would use your left hand to stimulate your right nipple. Lightly rub, press or squeeze the nipple. This will help prep the breast for increased lymph drainage.
- After the nipple is stimulated, lightly cup the lower portion of your breast, then gently squeeze and press and then let go. Repeat this motion several times while slowly moving the motion towards the side of your breast until you reach a point in your underarm until the breast tissue has completely tapered off.
This Lymphatic Breast Massage is designed to last for about 3 minutes on each breast and should be performed nightly for maximum benefit. By helping the drainage of harmful fluids from the breast glands you are helping to ensure toxin free breast glands.
Again this Lymphatic Breast Massage technique is helpful on it’s own but is most effective when combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise. It also serves to help you learn how your breasts normally feel so you will be more aware in feeling something “abnormal”. In any event you should consult with your healthcare professional to learn the best ways for you to maintain good breast health.
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