1. How to Get Rid of Cellulite
Although working out and eating right
help you feel good and improve your health, there's no doubt that most of us also do so to improve
our appearance. And with shorts and swimsuit season quickly approaching, cellulite might be on the
minds of many, particularly women--80% of whom report having at least a little cellulite.
With so many products on the market promising to drastically reduce the appearance of cellulite or
remove it altogether, it's tempting to pick up a bottle and just hope that it takes away that uneven
and dimpled surface of the skin. But, wait! Before investing your hard-earned cash in some overnight
solution that sounds too good to be true, do a little homework first--and find out what really works
when it comes to preventing and reducing the appearance of cellulite.
What Is Cellulite?
Cellulite is formed by fibrous connective cords that connect your skin to your underlying muscle. In
between these cords are your fat cells, and as your fat cells accumulate, they push up against your
skin, while at the same time, the connective cords pull down. This pulling and pushing under your
skin creates an uneven surface or dimpling that has the texture of cottage cheese or an orange peel.
Because cellulite is more concentrated in areas that have a outboard maintenance higher fat
content, most women have some degree of cellulite on their thighs, hips and rear, but it can also be
found on the breasts, lower abdomen and upper arms.
Why Some Have More Cellulite Than Others
Many factors play a role in cellulite, including your sex. Although men can and do have cellulite, it's
more common in women due to their genetic make-up and higher levels of body fat (compared with
men). Age, weight and lifestyle also play a role. As you age and your skin becomes looser, you may
notice more cellulite on your body--even if your weight or body fat percentage remains unchanged.
Weight gain can also make cellulite more noticeable, as can being inactive, enduring high levels of
stress and, according to the Mayo Clinic, using hormonal contraceptives.
However--and here's the kicker--lean individuals can still have cellulite. Much of cellulite is actually
genetic, so if it tends to run in your family, you may be more likely to have it regardless.
Natural Ways to Treat Cellulite
2. So you have some cellulite. Is there anything you can do about it? The following healthy lifestyle
habits have been shown to help reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Lose weight. Although you may not be able to get rid of cellulite completely, when you lose body fat
by exercising and eating a healthy diet, you can greatly improve the appearance of dimpled skin
because you'll have less fat pushing up against your skin.
Resistance train. There is no such thing as spot training (losing fat in a specific body area by
exercising it), but by strengthening and building your muscles--particularly in areas where you carry
cellulite--you can give your skin a more even texture and tone.
Do cardio. Aerobic exercise is a fantastic way to burn calories and burn fat, thereby reducing the
size of fat cells under the skin. Plus, aerobic exercise can also help you lose weight!
Eat a healthy diet. Eating a diet full of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats and whole grains
can give your body the essential vitamins and minerals it needs to properly burn fat and keep your
skin and tissues healthy. In fact, healthy proteins from nuts, beans and fish, and antioxidant-rich
green tea, berries and garlic can help build up
http://www.truthaboutcellulite.com/tac-video-wb-4-things/ collagen--a connective tissue that helps
plump up the skin and makes the signature peaks and valleys of cellulite less extreme. A healthy diet
full of vitamin C, vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids can also improve skin texture.
Stay hydrated. Drinking enough water is an easy way to improve the texture of your skin. It seems
3. counterintuitive, but by drinking more fluid, your body actually releases excess fluid that you may
have been holding onto (including in your cellulite-prone areas). Not to mention that water is just
darn good for you! Continued >
