06-06-2010, 23:10
I was thinking about this just now and I think that there are things that those who are still developing can do that will enable further development.
1. Avoid stress.
The first thing to do is to realize that stress is the number one thing that will impede development. Worrying that development will never come because it has not come yet is a great way to keep it from happening. Avoid stress.
Another way to avoid stress is to do what is right. Stick to your principles, do well in school. By doing what you are supposed to be doing, and doing it well, you actually create an environment for yourself to avoid the type of stress that is bad for development. By this I do not mean the type of stress you have when you are trying your best and it is the night before an important exam or a competition or a performance. These are good. What I am talking about here is worry, guilt, anguish, etc. that comes from doing something wrong/stupid, etc.
2. Massage.
Understand that there are two primary reasons for massage for NBE. One is simply to rub an herbal concoction into the skin until it absorbs. You don't need or want this one.
The other is for good blood circulation and lymph drainage. Frequent self exams for breast lumps should also be done. Consult your mother or your doctor on how to perform these and you will be shown by them. Another area is the use of a bra. Don't get one with underwires or is too tight. Make sure it fits and does not interfere with blood flow or lymph drainage. Don't wear one when sleeping. When showering, spend some time letting the hot water (not too hot) hit your chest.
3. Diet and exercise.
You need meat in your diet in the form of eggs for breakfast, and chicken and beef for other meals. There are three things that you get from getting plenty of meat in your diet; tissue building amino acids, Arachidonic Acid (AA) and Tyrosine. Amino acids for the building of tissues are found in protein sources. AA is a precursor for the type of prostaglandins that you need to grow and develop hormonally. Tyrosine is used by the thyroid gland to manufacture T4 then T3 which governs your metabolism.
You need plenty of dark leafy green vegetables, especially sea vegetables. The idea here is to get the right type of iodine which also fuels the thyroid.
Taking a good multivitamin with a B complex is also a good practice. Talk to your parents or doctor to see what is right for you.
Get plenty of exercise, especially weight bearing exercise - not too much, and not to lose fat, but to be in top physical condition. This is the best time in your life to build your body internally. As far as NBE goes, healthy heart and lungs means better delivery of hormones and nutrients to where you want them so that they can do their job. Another benefit from physical fitness is that growth hormone is active during the development years. Physical exertion brings on growth hormone.
Insulin inhibits growth hormone production. Stay away from sugary and starchy foods, soda pop. Some of this is Ok - you will burn it off, but let it be the exception not the rule. Especially avoid these 3 hours before bedtime. Growth hormone is at its highest production 90 minutes after going to sleep - except if your body is putting out insulin to deal with the sugar (or foods that quickly turn into sugar in the bloodstream). Insulin in stops or slows growth hormone production.
Make sure you get good sleep and not just recovery. Get to sleep early if you can. Take advantage of it by avoiding the junk and getting plenty of sleep.
Understand that the hormones that your body needs are (or should be) ready and waiting to work. The things outlined above may help fuel the process. Remember that this is all theory anyway and a lot of it is determined by your genes. But just maybe, it is behavioral - eating habits that are passed down from one generation to another and the genes get the blame.
Also remember that even with the potent real hormones, the process takes years to complete. This does not happen overnight.
Be healthy. If you are already doing all of this, let nature take its course first. Form healthy habits and forget the rest. Enjoy life!
Wahaika
1. Avoid stress.
The first thing to do is to realize that stress is the number one thing that will impede development. Worrying that development will never come because it has not come yet is a great way to keep it from happening. Avoid stress.
Another way to avoid stress is to do what is right. Stick to your principles, do well in school. By doing what you are supposed to be doing, and doing it well, you actually create an environment for yourself to avoid the type of stress that is bad for development. By this I do not mean the type of stress you have when you are trying your best and it is the night before an important exam or a competition or a performance. These are good. What I am talking about here is worry, guilt, anguish, etc. that comes from doing something wrong/stupid, etc.
2. Massage.
Understand that there are two primary reasons for massage for NBE. One is simply to rub an herbal concoction into the skin until it absorbs. You don't need or want this one.
The other is for good blood circulation and lymph drainage. Frequent self exams for breast lumps should also be done. Consult your mother or your doctor on how to perform these and you will be shown by them. Another area is the use of a bra. Don't get one with underwires or is too tight. Make sure it fits and does not interfere with blood flow or lymph drainage. Don't wear one when sleeping. When showering, spend some time letting the hot water (not too hot) hit your chest.
3. Diet and exercise.
You need meat in your diet in the form of eggs for breakfast, and chicken and beef for other meals. There are three things that you get from getting plenty of meat in your diet; tissue building amino acids, Arachidonic Acid (AA) and Tyrosine. Amino acids for the building of tissues are found in protein sources. AA is a precursor for the type of prostaglandins that you need to grow and develop hormonally. Tyrosine is used by the thyroid gland to manufacture T4 then T3 which governs your metabolism.
You need plenty of dark leafy green vegetables, especially sea vegetables. The idea here is to get the right type of iodine which also fuels the thyroid.
Taking a good multivitamin with a B complex is also a good practice. Talk to your parents or doctor to see what is right for you.
Get plenty of exercise, especially weight bearing exercise - not too much, and not to lose fat, but to be in top physical condition. This is the best time in your life to build your body internally. As far as NBE goes, healthy heart and lungs means better delivery of hormones and nutrients to where you want them so that they can do their job. Another benefit from physical fitness is that growth hormone is active during the development years. Physical exertion brings on growth hormone.
Insulin inhibits growth hormone production. Stay away from sugary and starchy foods, soda pop. Some of this is Ok - you will burn it off, but let it be the exception not the rule. Especially avoid these 3 hours before bedtime. Growth hormone is at its highest production 90 minutes after going to sleep - except if your body is putting out insulin to deal with the sugar (or foods that quickly turn into sugar in the bloodstream). Insulin in stops or slows growth hormone production.
Make sure you get good sleep and not just recovery. Get to sleep early if you can. Take advantage of it by avoiding the junk and getting plenty of sleep.
Understand that the hormones that your body needs are (or should be) ready and waiting to work. The things outlined above may help fuel the process. Remember that this is all theory anyway and a lot of it is determined by your genes. But just maybe, it is behavioral - eating habits that are passed down from one generation to another and the genes get the blame.
Also remember that even with the potent real hormones, the process takes years to complete. This does not happen overnight.
Be healthy. If you are already doing all of this, let nature take its course first. Form healthy habits and forget the rest. Enjoy life!
Wahaika