Cellulite is a recent addition to the English language. In fact, it is not a medical term at all. It's a term used to describe the way your body appears when adipose tissue forms lobular formations just under the surface of the skin. In plain English the "cottage cheese look" or dimpling that occurs primarily on your thighs, legs and buttocks is a type of fatty tissue.
Because the tissue forms in a "lump" close to the surface of the skin it gives it a very uneven and dimpled appearance. It is not medically harmful and it does not cause health problems. What it does do is cause you to feel less attractive when you wear your bathing suit. One myth about cellulite is that it is only obese people who suffer from it. The truth is that skinny people have cellulite too.
Cellulite is primarily a cultural and cosmetic issue. Society thinks that smooth, unblemished skin is part of what makes people attractive. People with cosmetic blemishes such as acne scars, burn scars, cellulite or even birthmarks are seen as less attractive. The psychological and emotional turmoil that this can cause in a society that demands the appearance of physical perfection can be very damaging.
Can we do anything about cellulite? Exercise and keeping your body toned and in shape have been shown to have a positive impact on the appearance of the skin. A diet that is balanced and wholesome has been shown to have benefits also. Hydration and maintaining a proper fluid balance in your body are also part of the solution.
Staying in shape, eating right and staying hydrated are good for self esteem, decreasing negative energy and promoting a positive body image. Changing your perception about yourself may be one of the best things you can do to help with unwanted cellulite.
A lot of products and devices are on the market that propose to help with eliminating cellulite. Many of them do not have scientific evidence to prove they are effective. Some may even be harmful if you are allergic to the ingredients. The methods used to prove effectiveness are time consuming, expensive at times and often not understood by the marketers trying to get a product to the consumer.
The best way to find effective products and devices when there is a lack scientific proof is to find people who have used the products or devices and ask them if they worked. A good question to ask is "how long did it take to see results?" and "did the cream cause a rash?" In the case of devices the most obvious question would be "did it hurt?"
In summary, that lumpy appearance on your body called cellulite is a normal part of your body just as a mole or a freckle might be. It isn't medically harmful but may make you feel uncomfortable about your body image. It can be reduced or eliminated but you will have to work for it. Some products or devices might be helpful but many are not.
By Troy Boyd
For more detailed information on Cellulite visit: http://www.loseyourcellulite.com
Or for up-to-date info visit: http://www.loseyourcellulite.com
move in cleaning service Glencoe ..Obesity acceptance, also known as fat acceptance, has a simple,... Read More
The following are diet tips that can help you shape... Read More
A number of popular diets are focused on carbohydrates. Some... Read More
"Help, none of this mainstream stuff works!"There is a specific... Read More
"I tried that diet and lost 8 pounds in the... Read More
The overweight and obesity epidemic is a worldwide problem. There... Read More
The 3 day diet mixes certain types of foods that... Read More
Generally, weight loss surgery such as the gastric bypass will... Read More
Lets face it, most of us live pretty busy lives... Read More
Twenty years of health club consulting, 50,000 hours of paid... Read More
I asked my sister to come to my gym with... Read More
Everywhere we look in the western world we are inundated... Read More
Gastric Bypass surgery is becoming increasingly more popular for the... Read More
Have you ever wondered where destiny would lead you? Have... Read More
I am sure that when I mention setting objectives for... Read More
Let me ask you a personal question. As you read... Read More
A "normal-tummy" looks at the food pyramid from the bottom... Read More
With this key, I GUARANTEE YOU WILL LOSE ALL THE... Read More
Food intolerance is a pharmacological reaction to the consumption of... Read More
Weight Loss Axiom Number ThreeInsulin and GlucagonThese are the two... Read More
I personally lost 60 pounds in 2003. Here are some... Read More
The holidays are now officially over and it's time to... Read More
According to a new study appearing in the American Journal... Read More
As a part of a children's diet and health study,... Read More
RISING POPULARITYGastric bypass surgery has become a popular surgical procedure... Read More
disinfecting cleaning services Winnetka ..As the dieting phenomenon grows, with a new "diet guru"... Read More
Diet is one of the most controversial subjects around. Bring... Read More
Adherence to diet for one year, not the specific diet... Read More
In this issue, I am going to focus more on... Read More
The most recent shocking news related to Atkins diet UK... Read More
- Are your ideas of obesity and fat control based... Read More
Cellulite is not a medical condition or an aesthetic mutiny... Read More
Trash Your TV! is pleased to announce the easiest weight... Read More
In March 2003 our then 13 year old daughter, Helen,... Read More
I am so proud of you and your accomplishments. You're... Read More
In a culture of blame-shifting we often look for someone... Read More
"I am going to start a diet tomorrow". How many... Read More
Holidays and special events should be a time of great... Read More
In general, fast weight loss is not healthy. The faster... Read More
A healthy pregnancy almost always involves weight gain. But now... Read More
America is getting more obese every year. Even our children... Read More
Don't get discouraged. I, too, have found myself in this... Read More
Breaking Down Cravings One at a TimeI know you've heard... Read More
America is a nation of self-disclosers, amiably acceptant of our... Read More
As an employee of famous fitness star Kathy Smith, personal... Read More
Obesity acceptance, also known as fat acceptance, has a simple,... Read More
People usually quit weightloss and exercise programs for one of... Read More
I have put off writing a motivation article because of... Read More
Are you concerned about the lack of exercise your child... Read More
It's easy to lose sight of our goals, "Do I... Read More
Weight Loss |