It makes the skin wrinkled and ugly. He worries women even more than the first signs of aging. It lowers self-esteem and forms the most enduring female complexes. This is the real trouble of millions of modern women. This is all a great and terrible cellulite: can it be defeated - professionals advise not to despair ahead of time.
Each more or less developed layer of subcutaneous fat makes up 15-20% of the total body weight. There are billions of fat cells that accumulate fat and maintain the energy balance in the body. This, of course, is important for a normal life. And everything is in order, while you have a tight belly, elastic hips and on the buttocks, too, there is no cellulite.
How does cellulite develop?
Fat cells are largely circular in shape and connected together by thin, but strong enough, binder fibers. Between the cells of small arterial and venous vessels there is a small space intended for turnover of the intercellular fluid. In the normal state, an intensive fluid exchange takes place in the subcutaneous adipose tissue, through which the cells receive oxygen and nutrients. But on the stomach, thighs and buttocks, these processes are very unstable. As a result of stagnation of blood and lymphatic fluid, insufficient supply of tissues with oxygen, vitamins and minerals develops. Formed whole "deposits" of harmful radicals, which leads to further damage to the protective membranes of lymph and blood cells and collagen fibers. The skin loses its elasticity and collagen can no longer withstand the weight of the bloated fatty tissue. The tone of the skin decreases, it becomes uneven and hilly. Usually the process starts "from the bottom up", but there are exceptions. Sometimes cellulite becomes immediately noticeable on the hands (on the inside of the shoulders), and only then on the stomach and buttocks.
Causes of cellulite
In fact, among medics there is still no consensus on the causes of cellulite. It is known that hormonal fluctuations in combination with stress, poor physical activity and the lack of a healthy lifestyle contribute to the disruption of metabolism and the accumulation of excess fat. This is probably the cause of cellulite. According to professionals, the main reason is the natural predisposition of women to the development of cellulite. Therefore, they do not consider this a pathology or even a cosmetic defect, but are called a feature of the structure of the body.
When can cellulite occur?
Symptoms of cellulitis can occur at any age, even in adolescents. His early development is largely promoted by heredity, but if young girls and women are supported a more strict diet, to avoid metabolic disorders, they can keep their skin smooth and supple for a long time.
The first critical stage of puberty is the student age, when girls spend most of their time in class behind books and move little. And then there are problems with the normal metabolism, which subsequently lead to the appearance of cellulite already at a young age.
After graduation from school or university, many girls do not change their way of life. They still move a little, eat sandwiches, drink carbonated drinks, from which accumulates excess weight. A similar effect is given by alcohol and nicotine - it narrows the blood vessels, which disrupts the nutrition of the tissues. Remember: smoking has a direct bearing on the development of cellulite.
In more mature age, collagen fibers lose their elasticity and elasticity. With an incorrect approach to their health, irreversible processes begin in the subcutaneous tissue, causing varicose veins, arterial disease, cardiovascular and endocrine diseases. The first usually suffer from the thyroid and pancreas, may even develop diabetes. And the visible result of inattention to yourself is cellulite. So this illness is not the cause, but, rather, the consequence of a wrong and unhealthy lifestyle.
In adult women, and especially in women of adulthood, cellulite is very difficult to treat. The woman begins to torment herself with questions: how to deal with cellulite, whether it can be defeated - professionals advise not to despair in any case. Even in a very advanced stage, a woman can undergo cosmetic procedures or resort to surgery, which can make a difference.
Ways to treat cellulite
There are many methods of treating cellulite, but they are strictly individual and directed, first of all, to reducing the intensity of fat formation and activating its dissolution. Depending on the degree of cellulite and the expression of the individual characteristics of each woman, they must choose for themselves a special treatment program. Professionals can prescribe external cosmetic procedures, various types of massage or physiotherapy procedures with the help of hardware. It is recommended to wear so-called anti-cellulite clothing. Must have a special diet and exercise. Applying to the skin gels and peeling with medicinal plants helps exfoliate the dead cells of the epidermis. This improves skin "breathing" and speeds up metabolic processes in the deep layers of the skin.
Medical substances and natural essential oils stimulate blood circulation in the extremities, strengthen the walls of blood vessels and accelerate the dissolution of fat. This increases the flow of intercellular fluid, the skin relaxes and becomes soft and smooth. Oils, citrus oils, wheat germ and other useful substances are often used.
Similar properties also have anti-cellulite creams and masks, which are used for massage. Professionals also recommend therapeutic mud, concentrated salt, seaweed, clay and wax. Do not be fooled by buying expensive anti-cellulite products. They themselves are unlikely to help you. Treatment should be carried out in conjunction with diet, exercise and special procedures. Only in this way cellulite can be defeated, although the treatment is complex. You can not rely on just one of the most highly advertised anti-cellulite cream. Inevitably performing physical exercises and not only.
The right diet is the main point in the fight against cellulite
It goes without saying that women prone to cellulite should avoid fatty and canned foods, as well as forget about smoking and marinades. Harmful for them also are: fatty meat, bacon, fried potatoes, sausage, mayonnaise, ketchup, fat broths, chips, soups in packages, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. They contain substances that help form the adipose tissue. Similar effects also have different preservatives, dyes and flavor enhancers. Do not use industrial juices, because they contain mostly artificial, not natural substances and a lot of sugar.
Your menu should include low-fat meat, cottage cheese and dairy products, preferably defatted. Preferred are fresh fruits and vegetables, low-fat fish and seafood, whole grain bread. If you are prone to obesity, bread and pasta are your main enemies.
Eat honey instead of sugar. Cook the food for a couple or grilling. Better drink freshly squeezed juices, green tea and infusions of berries. Do not forget about ordinary water - it is necessary to perform many biochemical reactions and maintain fluids in the body. And along with it, toxins disappear after metabolic processes. In addition to the diet, biologically active nutritional supplements containing substances that help improve metabolism are also prescribed.