Is there an answer for that ungainly dimpling of skin?...
Cellulite is a term to describe the dimpling and lumpy appearance that most often develops on the thighs, legs, buttocks and abdomen. There are creams that claim to remove cellulite. Other more intense treatments like endodermology or mesotherapy are also available. Finally, some resort to liposuction, hoping it will rid cellulite.
Cellulite is pockets of fat, just below the skin in what is called the superficial fascia. This superficial fascia is connected under the skin, pressing the fat against the underside of the skin. So, as a result what you see on the surface are these lumpy fat pockets.
DIET AND EXERCISE
Many, regardless of how much they work out, cannot eliminate cellulite. Contrary to the myth, it is not related to obesity, since it occurs in overweight and thin women. Because cellulite rests in the area just under the skin, it responds minimally to diet and exercise.
Therefore, even extreme diet and exercise will reduce body fat but will not effect cellulite much. Dehydration and poor nutrition tend to worsen its appearance. Some studies claim a diet high in antioxidants, fruits and vegetables can help reduce advancing cellulite. Avoiding processed foods, coffee, salt and alcohol, which contribute to dehydration, can also help.
CREAMS, LOTIONS AND POTIONS
There is a huge market of creams, soaps and massage devices, claiming to reduce cellulite. They tend to contain ingredients such as aminophylline, caffeine, retinol or alpha-hydroxys. However, look closely at their claims. They only claim to reduce the appearance of cellulite, by targeting the skin with smoothening ingredients. These treatments are generally unsuccessful because they only target the appearance of skin on top. It is unlikely that any store bought cream will contain ingredients in levels that will penetrate deep enough to melt the cellulite away.
Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a yellowish, wax-like substance closely related to fat and is obtained ONLY from eating animal products. Some foods particularly high in cholesterol are red meats, lobster, shrimp, oysters, liver, kidney, veal, lamb, crab, beef heart, and egg yolk. It is a normal part of our cell structure and provides a structural building block for bile acids, vitamin D, sex hormones, and adrenal gland hormones.
If there was no cholesterol in the diet our body would produce the necessary quantities for proper functioning. Cholesterol is best known for its contribution to the build-up of material on blood vessels walls known as atherosclerosis. This is the major contributor to the development of heart attacks and stroke.
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