Women Corner

Dealing With Cellulite

February 21st, 2010 |

Author: admin

Cellulite causes unsightly ripples and dimples underneath the skin known as the ‘orange peel’ effect, and this common problem affects over 90% of women. It is very easy to get cellulite, as it only takes a very small amount of fat to cause cellulite, so you do not necessarily have to be overweight to get it, and it can be very difficult to get rid of it again. However there are a few steps you can take to lessen the appearance of cellulite and help prevent it from occurring in the future.

Keep Well Hydrated
Fluid retention can be a key trigger in the build up of cellulite, and this can be caused by poor bodily hydration so make sure you drink at least six to eight glasses of water every day, and this can be made up of a mixture of straight water, herbal teas, fruit juice and squash. Try to avoid drinking too much caffeine as this can actually cause dehydration.

Reduce Smoking and Drinking
Research has revealed that smoking can negatively affect the elasticity of the skin, which can increase the chances of developing cellulite and also make it much more difficult to get rid of it as well. Smoking is also bad for the overall condition of the skin as it floods your body with toxins and free radicals and causes premature aging and wrinkles.

Improve Circulation
Your skin is actually a part of your body’s waste disposal system, and when your liver and digestive tract are stressed your body can use the skin to help eliminate unwanted toxins. Therefore it is important that you take time to brush your skin with a soft body brush, as not only will this help to remove dead skin and give your skin a healthy glow, but it will also help improve overall circulation and boost lymphatic flow, which can help prevent fat deposits from building up and causing cellulite.

Moisturise
Dry, undernourished skin can make cellulite look worse than ever, so make sure you moisturise your whole body at least once a day with a light body moisturisers, and if you have any very dry areas such as on your legs or the tops or your arms then keep them protected with a special intensive moisturiser.

Exercise and Diet
One key way in which you can help to prevent cellulite from forming is to eat a healthy balanced diet that is low in heavy saturated fats, and high in fresh fruit and vegetables and fibre. This will boost your overall health and give you plenty of energy, and this combined with regular cardiovascular exercise will help to control your weight and prevent fat deposits from forming.

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