Cellulite or also known as orange peel is the accumulation of adipose tissue of fat, water and toxins, forming lumps or lumps on the skin. It is located in certain areas of the body, where the most affected parts are usually the legs, buttocks, belly and arms.
Well, it is important to mention that it appears in both thin and overweight people creating an unsightly image, which is tried to combat but is quite resistant. So it can create a feeling of insecurity and discomfort when wearing little clothing, especially in times of higher temperature.
Why does cellulite appear?
More than 95% of women have ever wondered how they can fight cellulite.
The causes of cellulite are multiple, since different factors influence such as the following:
- Poor diet. Excess processed foods, saturated fats, animal fats, simple carbohydrates and refined sugars in the diet are not good allies against cellulite.
- Lack of exercise, fluid retention, low metabolic rate that slows down the process of burning calories.
- Coffee, alcohol and tobacco.
- Not drinking enough water
- Hormonal changes, stress and fatigue.
- Use of some medications such as contraceptives or corticosteroids.
- Genetic factors.
- Wear high-heeled shoes and tight clothing, as it hinders blood circulation.
Tricks to fight cellulite
Most women, and even some men, have wondered how to get rid of the cellulite that bothers them so much. Here are some keys to fight against that unsightly enemy:
- A balanced diet that includes the 5 daily meals and including fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Choose lean meats over red meats.
- Consume slow assimilation carbohydrates such as high fiber foods, cereals, nuts, rye bread, etc.
- Drink at least one and a half liters of water a day.
- Perform physical activity, combining aerobic exercise with anaerobic exercise. Cycling, walking, spinning, step, squats and cardiobox classes are recommended.
- Reduce salt to avoid fluid retention.
- Avoid fried and the consumption of sugar helps to avoid the appearance of cellulite.
- Lymphatic drainage whose method consists of stimulating the infatic system to promote circulation and avoid fluid retention.
- Electrotherapy. Electrotherapy consists of a process through which electrical discharges are induced, acting on the fatty tissue and eliminating cellulite.
- Anti-cellulite creams, which contain substances that act on fatty tissue and are applied by circular massage.
- Mesotherapy. Mesotherapy acts directly on adipose tissue, accelerating its disintegration and consists of the administration of injections under the skin, inducing active components against toxins.
