Did you know that you can alleviate cellulite with simple changes? Check out these 11 valuable tips to treat the problem that bothers you so much.
There are people who are not bothered by the appearance of cellulite, but for many women, cellulite is a big villain. Therefore, it greatly affects the self-esteem of many women. Some even allow shorter skirts and shorts to be worn and even eliminate bikinis because of the holes in the legs and butt.
The good news is that it is possible to alleviate the appearance of cellulite on the skin and even get rid of it by making just a few simple changes on a daily basis. So, as you will see, in addition to genetic predisposition, some habits end up worsening the accumulation of fat and liquid under the skin, contributing to that wavy appearance that is so hated by women.
Choosing better what we put on your plate, increasing your fluid intake and getting out of a sedentary lifestyle are just some of the measures that can help you put this problem in the past for good.
Understand your cellulite type
Firstly, before anything else you need to understand and get to know your body and its marks, in this case cellulite, better. There is a more professional way to identify and classify cellulite, but there is a more popular way to classify your holes at home. Below you will find the known 4 degrees of cellulite:s
- Grade 1 – No ripples or irregularities. When compressing the skin, small ripples and “holes” appear.
- Grade 2 – Ripples and “holes” are already noticeable without compressing the skin
- Grade 3 – Clearly noticeable nodules. There may be local pain
- Grade 4 – Multiple nodules, “hard” cellulite. Swelling, impaired return circulation, padded-looking skin.
So knowing this is easier to understand what the treatment should be like to alleviate cellulite.
11 Tips to alleviate or even eliminate cellulite
Yes, not all is lost and it is not always necessary to resort to expensive and aggressive aesthetic procedures to treat cellulite. As said, simple measures and some better choices are capable of offering results for those who are dissatisfied with their cellulite.
1 – Drink lots of fluids
Water is the most miraculous liquid for your body, both for your health and your aesthetics. When you drink a lot of water during the day, toxins are eliminated faster from the body and nutrients are also absorbed faster, especially through the skin.
In the case of cellulite, water works because it is an accumulation of water and fat under the skin. So, when you drink more fluids and expel them from the body faster, you help to improve the circulation of this layer and sweep away these excesses.
Now, if you find it difficult to consume so much water, some diuretic teas can help eliminate liquids and toxins. Natural, sugar-free juices, such as lemon juice; and teas such as green, mackerel, hibiscus, melon, watermelon, pineapple, strawberry, watermelon and so on can help a lot in this mission.
2 – Choose the correct foods
The best way to get rid of cellulite, of course, is to change your body from the inside out. Losing extra pounds helps a lot to deflate those little holes, as does the choice of food. Vegetables, lean proteins such as eggs, chicken, fish and meat; in addition to lentils, chickpeas, beans and so on are the best choices for everyday life.
3 – Intake of iron and fiber
Speaking of food, foods rich in fiber, such as oats, quinoa, brown rice, in addition to helping to keep the body functioning faster, also improve bowel function, which is reflected in the improvement of cellulite. This is because a poorly functioning intestine also ends up interfering with the body’s lymphatic circulation.
Therefore, increasing fiber and iron intake is essential. In the case of the mineral, foods rich in iron help eliminate cellulite by improving blood circulation and increasing the amount of nutrients and oxygen in cells. Aim for a diet rich in dark green leafy vegetables, such as kale, beetroot, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, etc.
4 – Avoid “bad” foods
But, if you want to get rid of your cellulite, there’s no point in eating well at lunch and gorging on fatty, sugary foods full of other things that activate the inflammation of fat cells. Likewise, very salty foods, rich in sodium, make us retain fluids.
But don’t worry, not all fat is bad. You should avoid fried foods and foods rich in hydrogenated fat, for example, but you can and should consume good fats, such as olive oil, avocado, oilseeds and so on.
5 – Reduce salt consumption
Excess salt is one of the main enemies of our health and also aesthetics. This is because it results in fluid retention, which is not only uncomfortable but also contributes to the worsening of cellulite. Therefore, it is very important to reduce your consumption, ingesting a maximum of 5mg of salt per day, which corresponds to one teaspoon daily. But to make it easier, you have the option of replacing the salt with other spices such as aromatic herbs, lemon, olive oil, etc.
6 – Do physical exercise
Working out can be boring at first, but once you get up to speed it changes your habits, your health and your physical beauty, all for the better, of course. In the case of cellulite, physical exercise helps improve circulation, prevent fluid retention and tone the body.
The best ones, in this case, are those that help eliminate fat located on the hips and buttocks, for example. In addition to weight training, other activities that help with this are running, walking, cycling and pilates.
7 – Maintain weight or lose weight
This one may be a little more difficult, but controlling your weight is very important to treat cellulite. So, once you reach your ideal weight, maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine to prevent cellulite from returning or getting worse.
8 – Try lymphatic drainage
If you combine good nutrition, better hydration of the body and exercise with some specific types of massage to activate circulation and reduce toxins, the results in eliminating cellulite will be enhanced.
Lymphatic drainage, for example, is a great option. It removes fluid accumulation, breaks down crystallized fat and helps you lose weight. Although the treatment must be continuous to maintain results, it is possible to notice looser clothes and a smoother appearance of the skin after the 4th session, for example.
9 – Abuse of home treatments
You can also do massages at home every day to improve the appearance of cellulite, did you know? Creams based on retinol and caffeine help a lot in this mission, but you need to massage well for the nutrients to penetrate the skin.
Laboratory studies have shown that these substances increase the amount of collagen in the skin, making it thicker and more elastic. This helps a lot to improve the appearance of cellulite.
The coffee powder itself can be used in areas where cellulite is concentrated. In fact, we have already taught you how to use this homemade solution in this other article here.
10 – Use anti-cellulite creams
Nowadays, there are several cosmetics on the market for this purpose, some of which are quite effective. Therefore, it is worth investing in this care with anti-cellulite creams designed to combat localized fat, improve blood circulation and reduce cellulite. Find what works best for you and add it to your self-care routine.
11 – Enhance results with aesthetic treatments
For more serious cases of cellulite or for faster results, there are also aesthetic treatments, such as endermology, radiofrequency thermal blanket, mesotherapy, carboxytherapy, ultrasound with lipolytics (aesthetic ultrasound), liporeductive plaster, cryolipolysis, subcision, lipocavitation, acoustic waves, Russian current, among others. But, in this case, of course, it will depend a lot on each person’s budget.
Anyway, what did you think of this article? In fact, you might also like to check out: How to avoid chafing on thick or chubby thighs.
Sources: Minha Vida, Mundo Boa Forma Tua Saúde
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