Cellulite is one of the most common skin problems. It can be caused by a variety of factors such as age, weight, pregnancy, genetics, hormones, lack of sleep, poor diet and over use of certain medications. The good news is that it can be treated and you don’t have to live with it forever.
Most people will experience cellulite at some point in their life. But there are ways to reduce its appearance. This article discusses the causes and the methods of treating cellulite.
Causes of Cellulite
Cellulite occurs when fat cells accumulate in specific areas of your body. These fat cells are normally present in the thighs, buttocks, abdomen and upper arms. But if you are overweight or obese, you will have more fat cells and more cellulite. You also have more cellulite if you are pregnant, or if you have a hormone imbalance.
Treatments for Cellulite
There are many different types of cellulite treatments available. These include:
o Exercises
o Weight loss
o Lifestyle changes
o Diet changes
o Herbal supplements
o Pharmaceuticals
o Acupuncture
o Massage
o Surgery
o Liposuction
o Laser therapy
o Chemical peels
o Botox injections
o Creams
o Lotions
o Shaving
o Electrolysis
o Ultrasound
o Iontophoresis
o Hydrotherapy
o Water jets
o Microwave therapy
o Hot packs
o Compression garments
o Massage therapy
o Ultrasound therapy
o Vibrating massage chairs
o Vibro massage
o Magnetic massage
o Sauna
o Steam rooms
o Hot tubs
o Treadmill
o Stair stepper
o Yoga
o Pilates
o Exercise balls
o Elliptical trainer
o Bicycle
o Swimming
o Walking
o Running
o Cycling
o Swimming pool
o Biking
o Jogging
o Golf
o Tennis
o Squash
o Badminton
o Rowing
o Basketball
o Football
o Lacrosse
o Rugby
o Volleyball
o Tennis
In general, cellulite can be treated by reducing the amount of fat in your body. This is done by exercising regularly and losing weight. You should also eat healthy foods and avoid high calorie foods.
But remember that not all treatments work for everyone. If you want to try out a new treatment, talk to your doctor first. He or she will be able to tell you if the treatment is safe for you.
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