One day I was looking through the pictures in the photo album of my Granma, and was highly intrigued by the look of women's bodies in that time. Women on the beaches of Florida and the Bahamas, often fashionably full-figured, DID NOT SHOW ANY SIGNS OF CELLULITE!
Cellulite is not specific to overweight people but excess weight may worsen the condition.
- Dr. Rob Oliver, Plastic Surgery 101 Trying to understand what has so dramatically changed in our environment and **diet** since those glorious times, I have studied piles of boring scientific literature and even interviewed my Granma and other happy old folks. And here are my discoveries! 4 Things That Cause Cellulite:
1. Estrogen Overload
Women's hormones are easily influenced by chemicals in food and medication, making fat cells change their structure and produce highly undesirable "orange peel" appearance:
Women's bodies organize fat in connective tissue that runs perpendicular to their skin. This creates a "pulling down" effect that creates bumps in the skin's surface or what you see as cellulite.
The metabolism of women's bodies is disrupted by consumption of trans-fats and processed vegetable oils.
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3. Lack of Essential Fatty Acids in the Diet
Which are found in fish, butter from grass-fed cows and gouts, and tropical oils.
4. Use of Lotions Containing Mineral Oils
Derivations from petrochemical waste products, which block absorption of healthy nutrients by your skin. 17 Tips on Creating a Home Bath Spa 5 Effective Strategies to Get Rid of Cellulite:
1. Eat Only Right Fats
Never use cheap oils and any of the junk foods containing them. When cooking, use butter or unprocessed coconut oil. Put only extra-virgin olive oil or organic sour cream in your soups and salads.
When you do not eat enough fiber and cellulite is a problem, your diet may contain more of the foods that can cause cellulite. Any salty or fatty foods will go straight to your hips and thighs if you do not use fiber to prevent this from happening.
Fiber acts like a scrub brush for the body. Fiber will improve circulation and improve your skin's appearance from the inside out. - John Degram, Cellulite Treatment
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2. Include Duck and Oysters in Your Menu
Both are highly praised in traditional French cuisine for their skin-smoothing and aphrodisiac properties.
3. Stay Away from
Any foods containing unfamiliar substances in the list of ingredients:
For an anti-cellulite diet to be effective, changes must be made and toxins must be stricken from the diet. It's important to know that cellulite stems from numerous sources; the greatest of which being toxins and calories from "harmful" foods.
These toxins and calories get stored in your body's fat storage cells, which eventually leads to the accumulation of cellulite. By removing and keeping these toxins out of your system, you can potentially avoid cellulite build-up.
Before you throw in the towel or go under the knife or even purchase some elaborate, synthetic beauty product filled with acids and chemicals, try melting away inches of fat, smoothing fat deposits, and reducing inches by using natural products.
- Weight Loss Articles Follow our simple strategies, and - don't forget to shop for the best swimming suit for the beach season! :)
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p.s. my butt looks just like the picture above and I love it.
i was overwight beforenow ilost 30kgs my uper body fine my thighs horibule big and coverd with cellulites im training hard with persnal trainer for one year but i didnt get the result i want what to do i need help
I got rid of all my cellulite just by exercising. It really is that simple. Focus on interval cardio (15 - 30 mins) then exercises to firm problem areas. Do this 3 times a week and you'll get rid of it. It also helps if you are not a complete pig and only eat as many calories as you need. It is not rocket science ladies - don't be fooled by all of the quack "cures".
What about estrogen overload! I am 53 and use estrogen patches and progesterone cream. I tried to get off my estrogen and started losing my hair on my head and getting hair on my face , I am not overweight and I run 20 miles a week and workout with weights. But my cellulite is getting horrible! Any ideas I am going to try honey ! Deb
Tyra banks did a show on that and showed a bunch of creams. Do you think those are very effective? I don't want to waste money. Also, I didn't know that some creams actually caused this. How outrageous! :(
I also forgot to mention that taking your daily vitamins and or supplements helps you to absorb the nutrients in your foods.
i believe that the best detoxing for getting rid of cellulite is to drink plenty of water, also using body lotion daily and really massaging it into your problem areas will increase sluggish circulation and fluid retention. also regular exercise and a healthy diet is the obvious one, but not always the easy option. the best way to help prevent a build up of cellulite is to eat as least processed foods/fluids as possible. hope this helps!
I had cellulite aprox. 1 year ago! Even I was exercising & eating quite healthy, it just appeared:( The only reason I found was that I was using birth control pills. Anyway, now to the good point! I get rid of it! How? By having honey massage every second day! You can do it at salon, or at home by yourself (or - ask your friend to help!). I did it at home, so here will be, how! You'll need honey (the liquid one), which you massage into palms. Then push your palms to the cellulite area and take them off with rapid moves, do like that for approx.30 min. (every second day for 2 month). It might be quite painful, but it is worth it! I have no more cellulite (also when I squeeze the skin)! good luck!
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Sally:p.s. my butt looks just like the picture above and I love it.
mona:i was overwight beforenow ilost 30kgs my uper body fine my thighs horibule big and coverd with cellulites im training hard with persnal trainer for one year but i didnt get the result i want what to do i need help
Sally:I got rid of all my cellulite just by exercising. It really is that simple. Focus on interval cardio (15 - 30 mins) then exercises to firm problem areas. Do this 3 times a week and you'll get rid of it. It also helps if you are not a complete pig and only eat as many calories as you need. It is not rocket science ladies - don't be fooled by all of the quack "cures".
Debbie:What about estrogen overload! I am 53 and use estrogen patches and progesterone cream. I tried to get off my estrogen and started losing my hair on my head and getting hair on my face , I am not overweight and I run 20 miles a week and workout with weights. But my cellulite is getting horrible! Any ideas I am going to try honey ! Deb
Theo:Tyra banks did a show on that and showed a bunch of creams. Do you think those are very effective? I don't want to waste money. Also, I didn't know that some creams actually caused this. How outrageous! :(
Sheeva:I also forgot to mention that taking your daily vitamins and or supplements helps you to absorb the nutrients in your foods.
jo:i believe that the best detoxing for getting rid of cellulite is to drink plenty of water, also using body lotion daily and really massaging it into your problem areas will increase sluggish circulation and fluid retention. also regular exercise and a healthy diet is the obvious one, but not always the easy option. the best way to help prevent a build up of cellulite is to eat as least processed foods/fluids as possible. hope this helps!
caramel:I had cellulite aprox. 1 year ago! Even I was exercising & eating quite healthy, it just appeared:( The only reason I found was that I was using birth control pills. Anyway, now to the good point! I get rid of it! How? By having honey massage every second day! You can do it at salon, or at home by yourself (or - ask your friend to help!). I did it at home, so here will be, how! You'll need honey (the liquid one), which you massage into palms. Then push your palms to the cellulite area and take them off with rapid moves, do like that for approx.30 min. (every second day for 2 month). It might be quite painful, but it is worth it! I have no more cellulite (also when I squeeze the skin)! good luck!
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