Breast News Magazine

There have, in very recent years, been a flood of breast enhancement and breast enlargement supplements put on the market. All of them make the same claims of being an effective and safe alternative to breast augmentation surgery. For many women, small or unattractively shaped and sized breasts are a major source of genuine insecurity and emotional distress. As trivial as this may sound to some, a women’s perception of her breasts can have a real impact on her self esteem.

With the increasing popularity and prevalence of cosmetic surgery, and especially breast implant surgery, we see increasing numbers of women who seem paradoxically blessed with size 2 waists, and buxom bosoms. It’s easy to say you should be happy with what you were born with, but the fact is you can’t change how you feel about certain things, and if your breasts are a source of negative body image or low self esteem, you’ve probably looked into ways to change your bustline, maybe even considered cosmetic surgery to achieve your desired results.

If you’ve done your homework, you’ve probably noticed there are now several breast enhancement supplements on the market. These products really can be effective when used correctly and over a period of several months, as long as the product chosen is of a concentrated potency and high quality. We are going to examine the common ingredients found in all of these natural breast augmentation supplements and what their effects have been when used in traditional herbal and naturopathic medicine. Most of the common herbs and compounds discussed here started to gain attention with the publication of “The Green Pharmacy” in which Dr. James Duke discussed their hormone-balancing properties.

One of the primary ingredients is Saw Palmetto, prescribed by naturopathic doctors as a means to increase breast size, a hormonal regulator, sexual stimulation, urinary tract infections, and weight regulation. Second, we find Damiana, traditionally used for treating depression, anxiety and nervousness. It has been widely held to promote a sense of well being and is a traditional herbal prescription for hormone imbalances, poor mammary gland (breast tissue) development, decreased sex drive, menopause, infertility and PMS.

Dong Quai is another herb found in these supplements which is primarily used to treat an array of female problems related to hormonal imbalances and lack of estrogen production. Blessed Thistle, another common ingredient, has an extensive history of use as a restorative herb that supports the female reproductive organs. Also, because it is considered to be an excellent heart tonic and blood purifier, it allows the others herbs to absorb and work more effectively.

Wild Yam is the most widely used herbal remedy for female health. Wild Yam contains diosgenin, a producer of progesterone (a female hormone), which makes it popular for treating PMS. It is widely used as a female breast enhancer and a sexual stimulant. Fenugreek, a product of American folk medicine, was considered a very effective menstruation promoter. Modern scientists have confirmed that Fenugreek contains the chemicals diosgenin and isoflavones, very similar to the female sex hormone estrogen. It’s properties mimic the effect of estrogen in the female body. This herb provides a mastogenic effect resulting in the swelling and growth of healthy breast tissue.

Fennel Seed is another compound commonly used. It’s estrogen-mimicking properties are second only to Fenugreek. In addition, Fennel works as an appetite suppressant and stabilizes the nervous system. It also helps move waste out of the body. Lastly, there are Hops and Avena Sativa (Wild Oats). Hops are commonly used to treat anxiety and other stress related symptoms. Hops has a relaxing effect on the uterus, hence it’s utilization as a menstrual cramping treatment. Avena Sativa, or Wild Oats, is another common remedy for stress and anxiety. It is also used as a aphrodisiac and anti-addiction treatment.

There you have it. Those are the primary ingredients you will find in most herbal breast enlargement pills on the market today. The key to finding the best supplements is to know which companies use the purest grade of these herbs, allowing for maximum potency and optimal bodily absorption. The higher the potency and quality of each ingredient, the better your results will be with these products so choose wisely. For more information on this subject and for where to find the highest quality suppliers and the most effective products see http://www.natural-breast-guide.com .

Don’t base your choice solely on price or name, as you could be cutting yourself short on attaining the best results. Look for products that show before and after photos and give mutliple testimonials. Also, you should only go with a product that offers a money back guarantee.

You should know that taking these supplements can yield some additional benefits after a few weeks. Reported side effects in clinical trials, testimonials and commentary, have shown the following:

* Elevated mood

* Fuller lips (from increased levels of estrogen while on product)

* Clearer skin (some women report brief breakouts at the start, but then unusually clear skin afterwards)

* Diminished PMS symptoms

* Increased regularity and decreased severity of menstrual cycles

These side effects actually make sense when you look at the hormone balancing properties of most of the herbs and compounds that make up these concoctions. So, if you’re thinking about trying one of these products, go ahead. Most of the better ones come with a satisfaction and money back guarantee, so there’s really nothing to lose. Just make sure you stick to the recommended dosage for AT LEAST 3 MONTHS if not more. You must allow your body time to adapt to, absorb, and respond to the compounds in the treatment in order for it to have any type of effect on your breast size. Another word of advice - if you’re looking for double D cups and you have A cups currently, don’t waste your money or time on a breast pill as you will only be let down. This type of growth is extremely rare and you will be disappointed. But, if you’re looking for a more modest increase in bust size, like 1/2 to 2 cup sizes, increased firmness, volume and contour, go for it! There really is nothing to lose.

Mentor Corporation (NYSE:MNT):

–65% of Survey Respondents Were 35 Years of Age or Older, Married and Mothers –88% of Survey Respondents Agreed With the Statement “Breast Augmentation Is a Personal Choice That Helps Women Achieve the Confidence and Well-Being To Flourish In Other Areas of Their Lives” –Survey Conducted With 200 Breast Augmentation Patients and 1,000 Women Who Stated They Were “Very Likely” or “Somewhat Likely” to Undergo Breast Augmentation Surgery Mentor Corporation (NYSE:MNT), a leading supplier of medical products in the United States and internationally, today released results of a national online survey of breast augmentation surgery patients and women considering the surgery that revealed new insights about who is choosing breast implants and why they are choosing them.

In the 2005 survey, almost 90 percent of women surveyed agreed with the statement that “breast augmentation is a personal choice that helps women to achieve the confidence and well-being to flourish in other areas of their lives.” Research has shown that satisfaction with one’s own body image can be linked to improvements in confidence, health and well-being.

Further, women who have had breast augmentation are overwhelmingly satisfied with their choice. Eight of ten patients said they were satisfied with the surgery, and almost half (48%) indicated they were very satisfied. Three-quarters of patients said that if they had to do it over again, they would, and 70 percent would recommend the procedure to a friend or family member.

The majority of the survey respondents disagreed with the popular notion that breast augmentation is primarily for rich women or exotic dancers/models trying to advance their careers. “The survey results confirm what we have known for years: breast augmentation patients are intelligent, thoughtful women completely capable of making informed decisions,” said Mentor CEO Joshua Levine.

“In addition, these findings continue to challenge the myths that breast implant patients are young, uneducated and easily influenced.” Penn, Shoen, and Berland Associates conducted the survey of 1,200 women which included 200 breast augmentation surgery patients, and 1,000 women who stated they were “very likely” or “somewhat likely” to undergo breast augmentation surgery.

Women choosing to complete this survey were predominantly suburban mothers, with 65% of the women being over age 35 and married. The results from this survey mirror the breast implant patient profile found in previous studies, such as Young et al’s “Initial Report from an On-Line Breast Implant Follow-Up Survey” that appeared in the May 2004 Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

Young’s survey indicated that the average breast implant patient is in her 30s, well educated and a mother. Most importantly, the Young survey showed that 68 percent of survey respondents considered the procedure for at least a year before proceeding to surgery. In the Mentor survey, women choosing to have breast augmentation also demonstrated that they take the decision very seriously: 82 percent of surveyed women say they were “well informed” before they had the procedure.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons report that breast augmentation was the second most common surgical cosmetic procedure in 2004. Laurie A. Casas, M.D., Associate Professor of Surgery, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, states, “My own experience mirrors that of surveys indicating that the typical breast augmentation implant patients are soccer moms — they are not looking to become someone new, but often choose to resume the shape they had before childbirth.” Is Silicone Making a Comeback?

An FDA advisory panel hearing regarding silicone gel-filled breast implants is scheduled for April 11-13, 2005. Since 1992, women considering breast augmentation have been limited to saline implants. If approved by the FDA, the many women contemplating breast augmentation will have the choice between silicone and saline implants. “One’s experience as a woman is inextricably intertwined with her womanly characteristics, of which breasts are one,” said clinical psychology doctoral student and breast augmentation patient, Christy Sweet.

“I was offered the opportunity to participate in a clinical trial for silicone breast implants, and after reading scientific journal articles investigating their safety, I chose to participate. Making this informed decision required many hours of research and contemplation, resulting in a decision with which I am confident was correct, and with which I am pleased.”

The leading reason respondents indicated for undergoing breast augmentation was to improve self-image and confidence. More than 60 percent of those surveyed said their reason to have the surgery was “to be more confident,” followed closely by “to look better in clothes.” The majority of women who chose to have surgery to increase their self-confidence reported that they were pleased with their choice, and noted that the surgery indeed helped to increase their self-confidence.

The margin of error for this survey was 6.9 percent among breast augmentation surgery patients, and 3.1 percent among women who say they are “very likely” or “somewhat likely” to consider breast augmentation. About Memory Gel(TM) Mentor’s advanced Memory Gel is a proprietary silicone gel formulation used to fill all of Mentor’s silicone gel-filled breast implants around the world. By varying the ratio of the components of the gel, Mentor is able to produce a wide selection of products that address the full range of customers’ needs.

About Mentor Corporation

Founded in 1969, Mentor Corporation is a leading supplier of medical products for the global healthcare market. The Company develops, manufactures and markets innovative, science-based products for the aesthetics, urologic specialties and clinical and consumer healthcare markets around the world. The Company’s website is http://www.mentorcorp.com.

Where can we start with this? Millions of women are searching for ways to increase their breast size naturally, without the help of a plastic surgeon. And with good reason! Who wants to undergo the knife, risk potentially deforming results or infection/rippling/breast implant migration, and a host of other potential problems that are associated with saline breast implants (and, rumor is, silicone is on it’s way back in). If you’re one of these women, you’ll be happy to know that there are several possibilities now for you to obtain a larger, fuller breast size without surgery and the best part is, it’s your own breast tissue! It feels totally natural, looks great in clothes, and you can feel everything you did before! No hardening, no ripple effect, no replacement of implants every ten years, no health worries! Yes, it’s true. You can have the boobs you’ve always dreamed of with a little patience, the right product, a fairly modest bank account, and sticking to some guidelines.

I’ve noticed quite a few people have come upon this weblog while searching for a certain type of breast implant that, to my knowledge, is no longer in use due to some serious complications.

It’s called a string breast implant, and what it is, or was - was a breast implant that had string like appendages which over time would fill with fluid from your body when a women underwent breast augmentation surgery, and would naturally get bigger, and bigger and ….you get the point.

Basically, you can imagine the types of complications a device like this, which actually expands within your body, would cause to a woman’s body.

And it did, so much that they were discontinued from use several years ago to my knowledge. I’m going to do a little more research on this implant and get back with a more solid explanation.