Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Finding a Cellulite Treatment That Works

By Franca Bellucia

Cellulite is common in women with up to 95 percent suffering the condition some time during their life. It is thought that the condition affects women more than men because of the higher level of fat that female's have. Millions of women each year search for the ultimate cellulite treatment. Some are very satisfied with their choice but others are left wanting.

The unrealistic images that the media portray can be harmful to women. It is often a comfort to many women when they find out the most female celebrities also have the condition and it is something that is normal.

To understand how to treat this condition you first need to understand what it is exactly. The dimpling of cellulite is caused by a thin layer of fat beneath the skin which exists in a small honeycomb like structure. When the fat begins to bulge from these honeycombs cellulite appears.

While cellulite is mostly seen in the thighs, hips and buttocks it can also be found in other areas of the body like the back, stomach and even the neck. The occurrence of this condition is often related to the genes that you have inherited. This is why slender women can still suffer from cellulite even if they don't have much excess fat.

Genes are not the only cause, however. Other risk factors can include being overweight, alcohol, caffeine, medication like the contraceptive pill, a lack of exercise, a slow metabolism and not enough water. This a short list of the most common risk factors but if you have cellulite you should take a look to see if any of these maybe a contributing cause.

As women age there risk of developing cellulite increases dramatically. This is because the skin begins to lose the collagen and the honeycomb like structure that hold the fat begin to lose strength causing the fat to bulge outwards.

These risk factors give you an insight in to how to reduce cellulite from those parts of your body they are affecting. Start by drinking more water, developing an exercise plan and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. Stop consuming foods with high calories or fat content, and avoid caffeine.

It is important that when you start to exercise that you use both the cardio equipment and weights. Toning your muscles will help to set a solid foundation for the fat beneath the skin and stretch the skin to reduce the appearance of those dimples.

Other cellulite treatments can combine with diet and exercise to help you reduce the appearance of the condition. Many people have had wonderful results with such treatments as creams, laser, lotions, radio waves and wraps. Research these treatments fully to make sure you choose the correct treatment to reduce your cellulite. - 15266

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