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Apart from the fact that often, tight clothing just don't look good on everyone, wearing tight clothes might also be putting your health at risk.

 

Here are some documented health problems from wearing clothes that are too tight:

1. Tingling Thigh Syndrome

 Although rarely permanent, individuals who wear their jeans too tight can experience tingling in the thighs for no apparent reason .

 What to Do: Don't wear your extra tight jeans too often. You may want to buy a pair in the next size for more regular wear.

2. Yeast Infection

 When the pubic area is kept tightly under wraps, the area becomes very warm and moist. This makes it a breeding ground for bacteria and, as a result, can cause yeast infections.

What to Do: Especially in the summer, avoid wearing tight pants. Wear loose fitting and breezy pants. In the winter, wear a size up and make sure you wear underwear that breathes

3. Back Pain

 When pants are too tight, and are low riding, this can cause nerve compression in the back (similar to the thigh problem above).Person can feel numbness and tingling in the legs and possible stress on the back.

What to Do: Choose higher riding pants that fit more loosely.

4. Fainting

At times tight, constricting clothing can restrict our ability to fully expand our lungs...making our breathing shallow, decreasing our oxygen intake.
If you find it hard to breathe, or worst case scenario, faint, you are wearing clothes that are too tight .

5. Acid Reflux/Heartburn

Tight pressure against your stomach can increase abdominal pressure, causing acid to go back into your esophagus, resulting in heart burn and acid reflux.
If you experience a burning sensation in the stomach, chest and throat. Eat smaller meals and make sure your belt and pants aren't too tight.

6. Abdominal Pain

 Tight pants can slow down the digestive process. If you have Pain in the abdomen for two to three hours after eating a meal.
Eat smaller meals and make sure your belt and pants aren't too tight.

7. Headaches/Blurred Vision

Wearing button down shirts that are too tight at the collar or ties that are tied too tightly can decrease proper circulation to the brain and head.

What to Do: Buy shirts a neck size larger and wear your tie looser.

 

So, next time you are tempted to wear garments that are a bit on the tighter side, think twice.

 

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