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How to Deal With Cellulite

By Mandy Adamsen
Nov 8, 2009
Cellulite is medically known as adiposis dermatosa. Cellulites usually develop when the connective tissues that shapes and keeps the fat in its place becomes weak because of poor blood circulation. This weakness in the tissues causes the skin to appear uneven and dimpled. Most cellulites appear on the thighs, buttocks and abdomen area.

Regardless of their body weight, women are more prone to cellulite than men. It is because of womens fibrous septae structure that enables it to trap fat cells. Poor circulation and fluid retention that is frequent among women also contributes to the formation of cellulite.

Weight contributes in the development of this condition. People who are overweight or obese are more vulnerable especially if they practice an unhealthy lifestyle. But it does not require you to be obese or overweight to experience it. Even people who are fit and lean has it. Genetics also plays an important role in its formation. If your family has it, then expect that you will acquire it too. Another factor that contributes to this condition is age. As you age you tend to lose muscle tone causing it to sag. Sagging can contribute to its appearance.

Some people believe that surgery is the best option for the condition. Liposuction is the most popular surgical procedure in removing fat. Although this procedure is effective in eliminating excess fat it does have its draw back such as bleeding and anesthesia problem during surgery. However it should be emphasized that there can be other alternative treatments that are cheaper and safe to use. These treatments would include:

Mesotherapy is another option. The injections are composed of natural substances such as minerals, vitamins and amino acids.

Eating a well-balanced diet and exercise is another way to get rid of cellulite. It is best to decrease body fats by eating foods less in calories. These foods include fibers, fruits and vegetables. Keeping healthy and a fit lifestyle will prevent further buildup. The best exercise is cardiovascular exercise also known as aerobic exercise. It makes the affected areas toned and firmed. For areas in your thighs it is best to indulge in activities such as jogging, walking and riding a bike.

Exercise alone will not help the condition to heal in an instant. Products such as lotions and creams are also effective. The skins surrounding the area are dry and damaged, creams that contain antioxidants are helpful since it would stimulate blood circulation and provides the area with moisture. These creams are physically massaged into the skin and it is in this deed in which creams and lotions are beneficial. That is, massage alone is helpful since it would enhance blood flow.

Avoid unhealthy lifestyle that includes drinking alcohol, smoking, too much food intake and lack of exercise. Unhealthy lifestyle should be avoided such as drinking alcohol, smoking, lack of exercise and too much intake of foods rich in fats and sugar because it is favorable to the formation of adiposis dermatosa. But if you are after for immediate results, it is proper that you use tanning products since cellulite is less noticeable on darker skin.
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