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The Lifestyle Factor: Diet and Habits

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Lifestyle factors can have an influence on how prone you may be to a rash under the breasts.
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Believe it or not, your lifestyle can play a role in how often you experience a rash underneath your breasts. High-sugar diets can sometimes contribute to more frequent yeast infections. If you find yourself battling chronic underboob yeast, cutting back on sweets and high-sugar products might help. Furthermore, weight management can help. While people of all sizes get rashes, carrying extra weight can create deeper skin folds where moisture gets trapped more easily. Finally, you should always be washing your bras after one or two wears. Bacteria and dead skin cells build up on the fabric, which can irritate your skin the next time you put it on.