7. Waist Trainers In The 2000s
While centuries might have passed, the hourglass figure that corsets give is still very much in vogue. So it's no surprise that celebrities like the Kardashians are promoting waist trainer girdles, in order to help women achieve that shape. But the thing is, there are a lot of health side effects that come with strapping on one of those. WhoWhatWear explained just a few, stating "Because many versions compress the lungs, it’s not uncommon to experience shortness of breath while wearing a waist trainer." They also reported, "Wearing a waist trainer squeezes your internal organs, which can 'push acid from the stomach into the esophagus.' Those who already have reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome or urinary incontinence are especially prone." A small waist has the potential to cause you many problems.