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:
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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.
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:
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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
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.
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Anne
2012-02-21T06:55:46.000Z
Great article and comments! I'm going to try a wet washcloth , then add olive oil and add used coffee grounds in the center,,,gather the edges and massage in circular motion after a hot shower. Wish me luck! :)
jo
2010-06-17T18:23:40.000Z
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!
lora
2010-07-07T22:05:33.000Z
eating
Sheeva
2010-09-17T16:10:30.000Z
Hi everybody just wanted to chime in and say that the only way to go is fresh organic foods in all forms if possible, When I eat this way I stay so slim with very little exercise I wasn't "skinny fat" either I was well toned because my body was getting all the nutrients it needed size 3 four days after having my second child you take baby weight off easily with this type of diet also. I am no physician but this is what worked for me and i am full of energy all the time. The key is listening to your body and it's needs you "eat to live not the other way around only eat when you begin to feel a little hungry not when your starved and will grab anything that is quick in sight preferably an organic piece of fruit from the frige and it's okay to eat more that one piece of fruit, would you rather a banana, plum, honeydew slice for less than 50 calories or a bag of chips for 175 calories with no nutrients and saturated fat collecting up as cellulite on your thighs. I also have an exercise routine that I follow rigorously I don't play around with jiggly thighs you must fit this in, you must burn more calories than you consume which is relatively easy if you have an organic diet, you burn 200 just sitting around breathing, heart pumping and taking in this atmosphere. If your calorie intake is a little higher than yesterday then work out a little more today if your sedentary than your only burning the 200 you need for survival.It's like this your already burning 200 calories just living now say you want to lose 10 pounds and I'm just counting 1 pound of fat=3,500calories IF you consume I'd say 1,500 calories of whole foods then each time did something to burn it off you would actually telling your body how much fat to burn, every time you eat you signal your body to burn the fuel you've just consumed so that is what you must do use the fuel. Use the 1,500 you've consumed to burn and you can easily gently and naturally lose a pound of fat once a week, that means it would only take 1month and a week to lose 10 pounds isn't that quick! You won't continuously feel hunger because you will provide your body with everything it needs organic whole fats and oils and butters, antioxidant, fiber, rich phytonutrient rich your b-12 vitamins your iron fiber minerals and everything else. Sorry for rambling for so long but I love it.
Sally
2010-12-26T10:19:18.000Z
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".
Sally
2010-12-26T10:20:10.000Z
p.s. my butt looks just like the picture above and I love it.
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