{"id":1263,"date":"2021-09-06T13:31:49","date_gmt":"2021-09-06T13:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/?p=1263"},"modified":"2025-11-18T05:38:17","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T05:38:17","slug":"things-you-can-do-at-home-to-keep-your-breasts-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/blog\/things-you-can-do-at-home-to-keep-your-breasts-healthy\/","title":{"rendered":"Things You Can Do at Home to Keep Your Breasts Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States. It can also develop in those who don\u2019t present any risk factors, such as being overweight, smoking, and drinking alcohol.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, there are some practices that you can implement in your life that can help you to look after your <\/span><a href=\"\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/breast-evaluation-and-treatment-miami-florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>breast health<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. We\u2019ll also discuss how to get bigger breasts naturally fast at home and how breast vitamins and a dense breast tissue diet can help with having healthy breasts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This can help reduce the risk for cancer and other conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">So let\u2019s take a look at the things you can do at home to have healthy breasts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Exercising and Maintaining a Healthy Weight<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The American Heart Association recommends that people engage in moderate-intensity aerobic activity for 150 minutes or vigorous aerobic activity for 75 minutes per week. They can also do a combination of both exercises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women who exercise regularly are 25% less likely to develop breast cancer than those with a sedentary lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is crucial to maintain a healthy weight, as with obesity or a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, breast cancer is more likely to spread to other organs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Exercise can also improve bone mass &#8211; people who have undergone chemo and endocrine therapy have a great chance of developing osteoporosis and bone fractures. This is because their medications can lead to a lower bone mineral density.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1265 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight.jpg\" alt=\"Fit Woman Doing Yoga Plank and Watching Online Tutorials on Laptop, Training in Living Room\" width=\"1000\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight-200x114.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight-400x228.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight-600x342.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight-768x438.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight-800x456.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Exercising-and-Maintaining-a-Healthy-Weight.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Breast Enlargement Exercises<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re wondering how to get bigger breasts naturally fast at home, we recommend avoiding breast health supplements. They may contain herbs and ingredients that can interact with the medications that you\u2019re taking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are some breast enlargement exercises that you can do at home. However, keep in mind that your breast size depends on genetics, lifestyle, body weight, and your menstrual cycle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here\u2019s what you can do at home:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Wall Presses<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can perform wall presses by pressing your palms flat against a wall, and these should be at the same height as your chest. Make sure you move forward slowly and repeat this exercise 10 to 15 times.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Arm Presses<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can perform arm presses either while sitting or standing. Extend your hands in front of your chest and open your arms so you make a backbend. Then, bring them back together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We also suggest using weights or a resistance band to make this breast enlargement exercise more advanced.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Staying Hydrated<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Staying hydrated is also important for your breast health. It also helps you produce the right amount of breast milk if you&#8217;re breastfeeding your baby.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">That said, at Breast Care Center Miami, we recommend our patients to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Drink about 8-12 ounce glasses of water:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> We also recommend avoiding beverages containing sugar, as these have a lot of calories. Pasteurized 100% fruit juices, milk, and low-sodium broth can also help you stay hydrated. If you&#8217;re craving a sugary drink, you can add fruits and berries to your water.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Eat food with high water content:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> These include melons, strawberries, cucumbers, and broccoli, among others. Other foods include low-sodium soups, popsicles, and gelatins.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Drink caffeine in moderation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Caffeine acts as a diuretic and flushes water out of your system, so it shouldn&#8217;t be your main source of liquid. As a result, consuming over 400 mg of caffeine a day can cause dehydration, dizziness, heartburn, and muscle tremors.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Using lotion: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This helps soften dry skin. You can also suck ice chips if you\u2019re unable to drink enough fluids.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Furthermore, newborns usually breastfeed about 8-12 times a day, so drinking a glass of water before or after feeding your baby can help you reach your daily quota without even thinking about it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In addition to that, people undergoing chemotherapy should also stay hydrated, as treatment can cause dehydration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Taking Breast Vitamins<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sometimes, we may recommend our patients to take breast vitamins, such as vitamin D. Women who have low levels of vitamin D have a great risk of developing breast cancer, and recurrence can also occur in cancer survivors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are some vitamin D-rich foods that you can consume, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cod liver oil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Salmon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mushrooms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fortified cereals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Trout.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, if you think you\u2019re not getting enough vitamin D, see a medical professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blood tests can help us determine your vitamin D serum level, and if it\u2019s low, you may have to revisit your doctor\u2019s office to have it checked again and adjust the dose accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Other people\u00a0 who may need to take vitamin D supplements include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Those with chronic kidney disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Those with obesity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Those who are in their post-menopausal phase.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women who are breastfeeding.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Limiting Alcohol Consumption<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Limiting alcohol consumption can also help with your breast health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">According to the American Cancer Society Guideline for Diet and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention, men should not drink more than two drinks per day. Women should limit their intake to no more than one drink.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Still, it is best not to drink alcohol at all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women who drink alcohol have a 15% higher risk of developing breast cancer than those who don&#8217;t drink, as alcohol increases estrogen and hormone levels associated with hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">That said, studies indicate that with each drink, the risk increases by another 10%.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alcohol consumption can also lead to other cancers, such as mouth, throat, liver, and colon cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Following a Dense Breast Tissue Diet<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Having dense breasts is one of the risk factors for breast cancers, and we can access breast density through a mammogram, MRI, or ultrasound.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some factors that can lead to an increased breast density include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Genetics.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lifestyle factors.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Menstruation.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hormonal signatures.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some foods can increase breast density, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Red meat consumption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Saturated fats, such as meat, butter, and ice cream.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Refined carbohydrates.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, women with dense breasts can consider following a dense breast tissue diet, which can help decrease breast density and have healthy breasts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We recommend:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eliminating caffeine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Decreasing or eliminating red meat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Increasing fiber to 45 mg per day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Drinking green tea.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Avoiding alcohol consumption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eating vegetables that contain carotenoids, such as carrots and sweet potatoes.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1266 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet.jpg\" alt=\"Young Asian Woman Eating Salad Vegetable in Diet Concept\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Following-a-Dense-Breast-Tissue-Diet.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Examining Your Breasts\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Unfortunately, we can&#8217;t prevent breast cancer, but there are steps that we can take to help detect it earlier before it spreads.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We encourage our patients to perform a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breastcancer.org\/symptoms\/testing\/types\/self_exam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">breast self-exam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> at least once a month &#8211; this can also help you become familiar with your breasts and how they look and feel, so if you notice any abnormalities, you can alert your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can check your breasts in front of a mirror, leave your arms at your sides and then raise them high overhead. Look for any changes, such as swelling or dimpling of the skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We also recommend pressing firmly to flex your chest muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In addition, some people may prefer performing a breast self-exam when they&#8217;re lying down and placing a pillow under their right shoulder.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you notice any of the following, call your physician to book an appointment:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Water is coming out of your nipples.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A hard lump near your underarm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dimples or ridges on your breast skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Itching and scales.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Book Your Appointment Today<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are various steps that you can follow to help you look after your breasts and reduce the risk for breast cancer or recurrence.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We offer personalized care to our patients, and it depends on the individual\u2019s medical and family history, lifestyle, and whether they are experiencing any symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you want to learn more about how you can keep your breasts healthy, call our reception desk today at (305) 271-3300 to set your appointment. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States. 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