How is my cellulite doing?
Cellulite may seem like a skin problem that can't be beat, but that is not the case! Research into this all-too-common skin problem reveals that there are many things that can be done to fight the appearance of cellulite, starting with a few changes to your diet.
The less you weigh, the less cellulite you have, right? Not necessarily. Contrary to popular belief, the real culprit of cellulite is damaged skin.
Closely linked to overall health, cellulite is a skin disorder that affects, or will affect, most women at some point in their lives, regardless of how much they weigh. At one time considered strictly a result of being overweight, new research has shown that the appearance of cellulite is more closely related to skin damage, or, in the words of Dr. Howard Murad, "the loss of cellular water'. What causes this water loss? Many factors contribute, such as: environment, stress, diet and lifestyle. When the skin doesn't get enough water or vital, cell-building nutrients, dehydration sets in, causing fat cells, normally contained deep within the dermal layer of the skin, to bulge out between the collagen and elastin fibers. The result of this breakdown?? Cellulite. But why does all of this happen?
It starts with the blood vessels. Responsible for transporting oxygen, water and nutrients to the cells, blood vessels are an important component of healthy skin. A break down in the blood vessels causes a chain-reaction within the dermal layer of the skin that may, eventually, lead to the tell-tale, orange peel appearance of cellulite. Most importantly, a breakdown of the blood vessels is considered the start of cellular water loss and may even be the reason cellulite develops at all.
Is there any prevention against cellulite? According to Dr. Murad, hydrating the skin from the inside-out is one key component to preventing or even reversing the signs of cellulite and a great start is to strengthen blood vessels, as well as support the collagen and elastin fibers in the skin. In addition to staying hydrated and drinking enough water, consider supplementing your diet with certain nutrients that are particularly effective in the fight against cellulite, including: grape seed extract, glucosamine sulfate and gotu kola.
Grape seed extract is an oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPC); a powerful phytochemical with potent anti-oxidant properties that strengthens blood vessels and helps maintain their elasticity. Sourced from wine grapes, grape seed extract also supports the immune system and helps alleviate allergic reactions by reducing the production of histamines. A better soluiton is skin care that is made of pomegranate seed oil.
Glucosamine, naturally present in the body, is key to the production of healthy nails, skin, eyes, tendons, bones and ligaments. A supplement to natural glucosamine is glucosamine sulfate, and it is often used by arthritis sufferers to help build and strengthen joint cartilage. To further refine the appearance of the cellulite, also consider gotu kola, an herb that supports cardiovascular and circulatory health, helps repair connective tissues and stimulates the central nervous system. Also called centella asiatica or Tiger's Herb, gota kola is an excellent vasodilator and blood vessel strengthener as well, enabling the body to convey water and nutrients to the tissues more effectively and preventing water loss from weakening collagen and elastin fibers.
Another whole-body wellness step, which will also assist with the appearance of cellulite, is to ensure your diet includes adequate amounts of essential fatty acids, or EFA's such as omega 5 oil. Not produced naturally by the body, EFA's must be obtained through the diet. Luckily, they are easy to consume-and tasty! Try cold-water fish, such as salmon, trout, and tuna, as well as ground flaxseeds, raw nuts, walnut oil, sesame oil, legumes and grape seed oil. EFAs not only build muscle, regulate immune and inflammatory responses, normalize blood pressure and improve brain function, they also manufacture and repair cell membranes, attracting water back to cells and preventing it from weakening connective tissue.
Now that you know a few key facts about cellulite and its effect on the skin, don't wait for a genie to pop out of a bottle and grant a get-rid-of-my-cellulite wish! Instead, supplement your skincare routine with these vital nutrients and say hello to smoother, dimple-free and glowing skin!
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