How Do I Get Rid Of Cellulite?

If we know what the causes of cellulite are then it can help us get rid of cellulite or at least control it.

Age – cellulite seems to be more common in women over 30. There’s not much you can do about getting older!

Lifestyle- it’s true that if you are a couch potato, you are far more likely to have cellulite than someone who is active. So go walk the dog or take up a new sport such as swimming, cycling, running or just visit the gym once or twice a week. When we exercise we strengthen the heart, and it make sense the healthier the heart the healthier your circulation.

Hormones – can be blamed for an awful lot. They may be responsible for cellulite as it can appear to get worse in pregnancy or the menopause, just take encouragement from the fact that neither of these conditions last for ever. The only thing you can do is to blame your parents for your genetic make-up!

Smoking – it is possible that smoking may be a contributing factor as it reduces levels of vitamin C in the body, the vitamin which is essential for collagen to be formed in the skin.

Excess Weight - being overweight is one of the major causes of cellulite. Stick to a diet which you enjoy and one which allows you your favourite snack or treat. A diet such as a low fat or low GI. If you find it difficult to stick to a diet try joining a slimming class for encouragement.

Top Cellulite fighting fruits are:

• banana
• watermelon
• pineapple
• avocado
• oranges

If you don’t like eating fruit, try drinking fruit juice

• ½ pineapple
• ½ watermelon

Peel and chop all the ingredients before putting into a blender to liquidise. Drink cold from the fridge

Top Cellulite fighting vegetables are: -

• broccoli
• onions
• asparagus
• beans
• pulses

Top Cellulite foods to avoid :

• sugar
• caffeine
• wheat
• alcohol
• salty foods

Skin Brushing which will rid the skin of dead skin cells while stimulating the lymphatics to rid the body of toxin and waste products;

Massage – manual lymph drainage massage is the very best for cellulite and it's best to find a masseur who specialises in this treatment. However you can do your own lymph massage by very gently stroking the area using long strokes which go towards the heart;

Aroma Oils - Using top anti-cellulite aromatherapy oils, with a massage blend or in the bath :

• cypress
• geranium
• neroli
• orange
• grapefruit

Green Tea – is a great anti-oxidant but it also is known to increase the number of calories we burn in a day. So drink green tea along with your diet and healthy lifestyle plan to achieve greater results;

Fake Tan – a fake tan can camouflage the worse of cellulite and will make you feel far more confident about wearing that little black number in your wardrobe.

Oranges and Lemon Scrub This scrub is ideal for oily skin because it’s quick and easy to make and you can use it to exfoliate both your face and your body.

Natural Sugar Scrub gorgeous to use leaving the skin unbelievably soft.

Fruit Juice Detox Diet The benefits of the recommended minimum five portions of fruit and vegetables a day have long been championed as essential to our bodies for health and vitality.

Smoothies are full of nutrition, they are a great kick-start to the day or, if you prefer, can be drunk as a dessert or simply an enjoyable refreshing drink at any time of the day.