Cellulite can be defined as lumpy substance that resembles cottage cheese and is commonly found on human parts such as buttocks, stomach and thighs. More specifically, the term is used to describe deposits of any material (generally fats) trapped in pockets of connective tissues that are situated just under the skin. Cosmetically, such condition is responsible for a progressive bulky appearance with creases and layers of fats that are visible even from the distance.
Cellulite is basically a modernized term for collections of the fat that push against the connective tissues those are just located under the skin resulting into dimpling or pucker or appearing like extra tires. One can check such condition by just pinching the skin around the upper thighs. If you pinch and you get some lumpy thing, the body might have cellulite. Cellulite is more common in women as compared to the men especially in the women above 35 years. However, nowadays, it is also getting common in adolescent girls and young women. This condition affects 80% of women and, with the passing of time, progressively worsens and gives rise not only to physical problems, but also to psychological ones as well.
What are the causes of cellulite?
Causes of cellulite include hormonal changes during puberty, during pregnancy and pre/post menopausal periods. Certain anomalies, overproduction of estrogen, disturbance in endocrine functions etc can also increase fat storage in the body and finally result into cellulite. The person with sedentary lifestyle that lacks of exercises and physical activities is also susceptible to have cellulite. Excess consumption of saturated fats and sugary items, poor hydration etc. also contribute housing unwanted layers of the fats many where in the body that can later appear as cellulite. Poor blood circulation and poor lymphatic flow can also cause cellulite according to some health experts.
There are many components that contribute in deciding the degree or stage of the cellulite condition in the human body. Some of them that have great impact on having this condition include genes, gender and the amount of the fats you have on your body. Cellulite also depends upon how thick your skin is and what is your age.
There are many ways to treat cellulite. Physical activities such as exercises, strict diet and giving up sedentary lifestyle help a lot reducing fat and cellulite condition from the body. There are some ultramodern techniques such as laser therapy; liposuction etc can drastically reduce cellulite and other fatty layers from the body. Health advisor agree that aerobic exercises and certain strength training are two of the best tools to win battle against cellulite. Some of the herbal supplements such as Guggulu, Eclipta, Garcinia, Indian gooseberry etc are good as health supplements that help reducing the body weight and those extra layers of the fats. One should take care while wearing clothes and shoes since poorly fitted apparels and footwear can also result into poor blood circulation and finally can result into cellulite condition.
Sources:
http://www.cellulitetalk.org/
http://www.yourplasticsurgeryguide.com/other-procedures/cellulite.htm
