Cellulite Removal - Remove Unwanted Cellulite From Your Body

Cellulite - does the word make you cringe? It is estimated that 85-98 percent of post-adolescent women have cellulite. Yes, even skinny women have it! There are many misconceptions out there about cellulite, so I thought I would try to set some things straight.

First, cellulite is not a special or different type of fat. It is plain old fat. Its appearance is what is different. Cellulite is characterized by that dimpled, "cottage-cheese" type look that we so hate. We all have connective tissue that separates fat cells into compartments. The patterns of women's compartments versus men's gives fat a greater chance to bulge, resulting in the dimpling. For this reason, cellulite is much more common in women than in men. It typically strikes people in their 30s, and as we age our skin gets thinner which makes it more noticeable. Common areas for cellulite are the hips, thighs and abdomen, but it can appear anywhere on the body. Factors that influence whether or not you will get cellulite are genetics, activity level and nutritional habits.

So what about all of the products and treatments on the market that are said to reduce cellulite? You should know that there is nothing you can apply to your skin that will cause fat to disappear. It is possible that some creams may tighten the appearance of the skin, but they will not get rid of cellulite. Even liposuction, which removes fat, cannot change the appearance of the fat that remains.

To diminish the appearance of cellulite, follow the basics of healthy living: daily cardio exercise to burn excess fat, strength-training exercises to build muscle, and good nutritional habits. Clean up your diet, and stay well hydrated, as dehydration can make the appearance more pronounced.

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