GET RID OF CELLULITE
WHAT IS CELLULITE?
Cellulite is a condition in which the skin has a dimpled, lumpy appearance.This term describes the fat tissue under your skin which usually affects the buttocks and thighs but can also occur in other areas.
Women are affected by cellulite more than men, because the distribution of fat, muscle, and connective tissue is different. Fat cells and collagen fibers are intertwined in a net-like structure in a man’s subcutaneous tissue. Those fibers are parallel in women, making the tissue less stable. Therefore, fat cells can emerge at the surface by passing in between the collagen fibers. However, men can also show signs of cellulite when suffering from a lack of androgens, the male sex hormones.
REASONS FOR CELLULITE
There are a few reasons why some are more likely to be affected by weak connective tissue than others:
Genetic predisposition: Like many things – some of which we love, some less so, those lumps under your skin are hereditary. If your mom is struggling with weak connective tissue, you’re more likely to develop cellulite, too.
Hormones: You feel like a walking orange right before your period? This might be due to changes in your hormone balance. Plus, did you know that also birth control pills can promote cellulite on thighs and butt?
Unhealthy lifestyle: Alcohol, Smoking, or stress all have negative effects on your body. Unhealthy food choices contribute to cellulite too, as excess body fat is often deposited in areas like your thighs.
⭕️Fast facts about cellulite
Between 80 and 90 percent of women will probably experience cellulite.
Cellulite is also known as orange-peel skin, due to its texture.
Numerous treatments available, but the effect is mostly temporary.
A diet low in fat, processed food, and inflammation foods. And an active lifestyle may help reduce the incidence cellulite.
⭕️Lymphatics
First, you're probably wondering what the lymphatic system does. Basically, it serves as drainage that helps the body get rid of waste, kind of like a sewer system. Lymph nodes can become bloated by unhealthy habits, like a bad diet and lack of exercise, which can increase the appearance of cellulite.
Toxins and Diet
I’ve worked with a lot of women and I have been doing research in the gym with my clients and reading articles online. Contrary to what many cellulite creams claim, I do not believe toxins cause cellulite. However, I firmly believes diet plays a role. "What I would say is the diet you have and the diet you eat can worsen cellulite if it's not a healthy one. Also, inflammatory foods like dairy and soda can worsen the condition.
NUTRITION TIPS TO GET RID OF CELLULITE
A healthy, balanced diet is not just a great way to shed a few pounds – it also gives you more energy to do what you love, which benefits your mind and body. Enlarged fat cells restrict your blood vessels. As a consequence, the blood flow in your whole body is hampered, your metabolism slows down, and lymph drainage is impaired. This, in turn, makes your skin less elastic and cellulite more visible. So, what do we do? Boost your metabolism! Say no to fast food, as well as fatty foods, alcohol, and sugar.
Lots of liquids: Drink enough fluids like water or unsweetened tea (like green or black tea ) during the day. This helps your body transport vital nutrients to its cells and eliminate waste products.
Low-sodium nutrition: Did you know that foods rich in salt lead to fluid retention in body tissue? This contributes to the appearance of cellulite.
Foods rich in potassium: Go for foods like apricots, bananas, potatoes, ginger and artichokes. They have one thing in common: they contain lots of potassium. This important mineral helps with oxygen and nutrient transport to your cells. Moreover, potassium also promotes the excretion of waste products from your body while cells are repaired and renewed. Also nuts with a high Vitamin E content are great for your skin. But, keep in mind that nuts contain lots of fats. A handful a day is enough.
Vitamin C: Bell peppers, kiwis, and of course citrus fruits are both rich in Vitamin C, which fosters collagen production in your body. And collagen is responsible for smooth and even skin.
⭕️Exercise tips to reduce cellulite
If you really want to lose weight and/or tone your body, as well as get rid of cellulite, you need to get moving. Strengthen your butt and thigh muscles to reduce fat cells in these areas and to tighten your connective tissue.
Squats, lunges or a HIIT workout–they all strengthen your legs and basically the entire body. Plus, those exercises will boost your metabolism.
Myofascial Release
Fascia is the connective tissue that stabilizes and separates muscles. After an intense workout or tons of squats, your muscles need time for recovery. Try foam rolling and getting a sports massage to support the process.