Cellulite is an almost exclusively a female concern because female fat Cells are clustered in sacs and are arranged in vertical columns. Aging results in hardening of the septae that hold the fat Cells together, and these buoyant Cells push through the septa causing a dimpled appearance. In addition, women by nature also contain nearly two times as much fat as men do, making fat Cells more visible.
|  | Cellulite is not caused by increased fat and even the skinniest womancan have Cellulite because even they may have partially filled fatCells. It is both unnatural and impossible to empty all your fat cellscompletely, and in women, the last drops of fat are stored on thighsand buttocks, the most common areas to be afflicted with Cellulite.
| | | What is cellulite?
The dimples that appear on arms, thighs and buttocks have an opposite effect from the dimples on ones face. This is Cellulite which is merely the visibility of subcutaneous fat Cells and is not caused by too much fat or trapped toxins or inflammatory reactions. This can be a result of partially filled fat Cells. So, it is necessary to understand that Cellulite is about empty or partially filled fat Cells and has not much relation to the amount of fat present in the body overall.
What causes Cellulite to be visible?
Cellulite is characterized by the extrusion of fat Cells into the outer skin. This is caused by an increased concentration of damaged proteins which have high water-attracting properties. You can only see those subcutaneous fat Cells if they are extruded into the outer skin.Although mistakenly considered by many individuals to be problem caused by excessive weight gain, Cellulite is not a ‘fat’ problem. It is actually a skin problem.
What causes cellulite?
There are myriad reactions contributing to the formation of Cellulite. These include:
- Increased consumption of high-protein-containing prepared foods.
- Frequent spikes in the intake of salts.
- Improper and infrequent bowel movement resulting in the inadequate clearance or accumulation of toxins in the body.
- Impaired Hormone metabolism, such as in certain hormonal disorders and in some women taking oral contraceptives.
- Harmful health and lifestyle habits such as the excessive consumption of alcohol, smoking, drug overuse and prolonged exposure to the sun.
It is important to remember that Cellulite is hereditary, and so are the dietary and lifestyle patterns contributing to its formation. An increasing reliance on prepared and processed foods containing a surfeit of wheat and milk metabolites is contributory to the alterations in metabolic reactions and mechanisms with the resultant development of disorders, one of which is Cellulite.
Cellulite is accompanied with puffy, drooping and lax skin which makes the appearance of Cellulite more obvious. Excessive water content in the skin results in stretching of skin and connective tissue which results in loss of skin tautness and appearance of wrinkles. | | | Treating cellulite
There have been several methods that have been tested to treat Cellulite. The mainly effective mechanisms include: - Removal of the causative factors.
- Lymph drainage through massage has been found to accelerate the removal of Cellulite in some areas.
- Appropriate moisturizers which prove effective after long-term use.
- Elimination of caffeine : A drug that stimulates the central nervous system . This is found naturally in coffee, tea, and chocolate .', WIDTH, 450, TITLE, 'Glossary', '', true, FADEIN, 300, FADEOUT, 300, STICKY, 1, OFFSETX, -20, CLOSEBTN, true, CLICKCLOSE, true)" href=# >caffeine and nicotine from the diet.
- Reduction of salt intake.
- Mild peels that remove the superficial layer of dead or extruded Cells.
- Adequate sleep de-stresses the body.
- A natural diet rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts.
|  | Cellulite solutions
The past couple of decades have seen an increase in the number of effective treatments for Cellulite :
Creams and lotions - These are the easiest and least expensive options for treating Cellulite.
- They are assumed through work through different mechanisms or a combination of mechanisms, which stimulate cell circulation, melt fat and help in the elimination of toxins and excess fluids.
- These creams contain methylxanthines, which work by pulling fluid out and by aiding fat burning in the layer just below the skin’s surface.
- The results are purported to be visible within a duration of 8 weeks.
- The speed with which the results appeared was found to be directly proportional to the content of caffeine : A drug that stimulates the central nervous system . This is found naturally in coffee, tea, and chocolate .', WIDTH, 450, TITLE, 'Glossary', '', true, FADEIN, 300, FADEOUT, 300, STICKY, 1, OFFSETX, -20, CLOSEBTN, true, CLICKCLOSE, true)" href=# >caffeine or other methylxanthines in the cream.
- The formulation of the cream will also need to factor in a good delivery technology, such as that of liposome delivery.
|  | The Cellulite diet - Such a diet would focus on feeding skin right.
- It would need to include foods rich in nutrients such as lecithin, essential fatty acids, amino acids and antioxidants which reduce cellular inflammation, reduce fluids and increase circulation deep within skin Cells.
- All this works to strengthen cell membranes and keep Cellulite from migrating to the surface.
- Foods that are recommended for a diet to reduce or treat Cellulite include eggs, soy, peanuts, flaxseed, olive oil, and raw nuts, fruits and berries, which are rich in amino acids and poly phenols.
- If it is difficult to incorporate the essential foods into the regular diet, it would be best to incorporate high-potency supplements into the daily regimen.
- This can be teamed up with a herbal skin serum that could help burn superficial fat.
|  | Professional Exfoliation treatments
They have been found to lead to firmer skin and a reduction in stretch marks and Cellulite in about 12 weeks.
Light devices - This concept deal with the use of light energy in melting cellulite, while also mechanically massaging the skin to increase circulation and to encourage drainage through lymph vessels.
- A device called TriActive relies on laser light to firm skin and to remove Cellulite.
- Another device called VelaSmooth uses radio-frequency energy and infrared light to heat up and release Cellulite from the skin. it also has a mechanical action whereby the septal bands are also released.
Endermologie - This technique involves the use of a deep mechanical massage that affects the skin’s connective tissue to stimulate blood flow and lymphatic drainage and eliminate fat from the skin.
- The results have been reported to last for several months and years, but need monthly maintenance treatments.
Mesotherapy - This is a combination of off-label medicines along with herbs and vitamins.
- he intended mechanism of action is to break up fat Cells and to dissolve rigid septal bands.
- T o Results are supposed to be long-lasting, but use of this treatment is limited by cost and safety concerns.
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