 |
Cellulite Causes
Cellulite causes and understanding what can trigger the process. Once you have gotten rid of cellulite, you want to avoid these triggers or cellulite will reappear. Potential Causes of CelluliteWhile scientists have made progress determining what cellulite is, they still aren't sure yet exactly why it appears. The following are the most likely reasons.Age 
Cellulite can start to appear at any time after puberty. It becomes more common after the age of 30. The reason for this is because the average woman gains 10 to 15 pounds of fat per decade. The more fat on your body, the higher risk of cellulite. Ageing also triggers the thinning of the top layer of skin, making the bumpy fat more visible from the surface. Also, over the years fibers start to harden. The skin is pulled down causing the dimpling you see on the surface. Sedentary Lifestyles 
Today we walk an average of 8 miles per day less than our grandparents did. The less you move, the fewer calories you will burn off and the more likely it is that you will gain weight. Inactivity also slows circulation. When we exercise we strengthen the heart. Without that strengthening circulation is likely to be slowed. The problem with the lymph and cellulite causes... The lymph flow will slow down if you don't move regularly because it relies solely on the contraction of muscles. Excess Weight In the US, 35 percent of the population is deemed overweight while a further 25 percent are obese. This is similar over much of the western world. While slim women can get cellulite, the fact is cellulite is fat and overweight women are more prone to it. Smoking 
Smoking seems to be a major factor contributing to cellulite. Smoking triggers free radicals that enter the body with every cigarette puff. Smoking also triggers the production of enzymes in the body that chop up collagen fibers, causing the skin to thin. When this happens, cellulite becomes more noticeable. Smoking also reduces your body's level of vitamin C which is an essential nutrient for the formation of collagen. Other Toxins Drinking too much alcohol, relying on caffeine and eating too many fatty or sugar foods are habits that contribute to cellulite. All of the above trigger free radicals and stress on the lymph system. They also destroy some of the vital nutrients we need to actually burn off fat. For instance, each cup of coffee depletes 6mg of calcium from your stores. Calcium is important for converting cells from fat-storers to fat-burners. Sunbathing 
Tanning is one of the few things that can actually disguise the dimples, but could actually be contributing to your cellulite causes. In high summer, it can take as little as 4 minutes of sun exposure for damage to start occurring to the collagen and elastin fibers under the skin. This skin damage also makes cellulite more noticeable. Also, exposure to too much sunlight dehydrates the skin and cellulite is more noticeable on dehydrated skin because it becomes thinner and less flexible. Dehydration One of the most common causes of fluid retention is dehydration. You need to drink plenty of liquid for your body to release the water it's storing. It doesn't just have to be water. Tea, orange juice, milk, and decaffeinated drinks all supply fluid. Aim for an equivalent of 8 glasses of fluid a day. Food Intolerances 
These occur when the body loses the ability to digest certain types of food properly. The most common dietary intolerances are for wheat or dairy products. The symptoms are headaches, bloating, cramping, or lethargy after eating the problem food. You may also gain weight due to the water retention as the body tries to dilute the toxins. There are also cellulite foods that help fight cellulite. These foods include, beans, watermelon, pears, bananas, and avocados. Hormones Scientists have suggested that exposure to the female hormone oestrogen can be a trigger for cellulite. It may get worse particularly during pregnancy or during menopause when oestrogen levels fluctuate. Oestrogen has the tendency to encourage fluid retention and fat storage. However, there are other experts that believe it's not the oestrogen but high levels of testosterone that causes cellulite. Stress When you are stressed, your muscles in your body tense. Tension in the back and neck block the flow of lymph. Stress is also a major cause of weight gain. Stress increases levels of a hormone called cortisol and this is a major appetite stimulator and contributes to cellulite causes. If you carry a proportionately large amount of excess weight around your stomach or have cellulite on your stomach, stress is likely a major contributor. Cellulite Causes to Cellulite Treatment Cellulite Treatment to BHRT-Resource Home
|
|
