Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Get Rid of Cellulite By Removing Toxins

By Gal Bishop

Ninety percent of women, whether they are overweight or not, have a cellulite problem. Let's face it, cellulite is ugly. It looks lumpy and disgusting. So, if you have it, you probably want to get rid of it. First, though, you need to understand a bit about it, so you can learn how to do that.

If you want to understand cellulite, the first thing you need to know is that it's a form of fat cell. You also need to understand that your skin contains connective tissue and liquid surrounding that tissue. The liquid nourishes your skin and removes toxins and waste products. If, for some reason, the liquid can't do its job properly, toxins build up in your skin. The result is lumpy, ugly cellulite deposits.

The next step to understanding cellulite is to know where the toxins come from. That's a bit easier said than done, though. There are lots of possible causes of a toxin build up in your skin.

Staying hydrated is one of the best ways to fight cellulite. That's because drinking plenty of water doesn't just keep your body healthy. It also removes the toxins below your skin's surface that cause cellulite build up.

As for how much water, I'm sure your first thought is 8 glasses a day. We've all heard that before. The truth is, though, that the amount of water you should drink has a lot to do with your body type and your lifestyle. If you live in a hot area or exercise often, for instance, you probably need water more often than someone who is less active and lives in a cooler climate.

Controlling cellulite also comes down to having a healthy diet. Alcohol, junk foods and caffeine can all contribute to a cellulite problem. If you want to limit their effects, drink lots of water. Really, though, the best thing to do is to just try not to over indulge in the first place.

Another of the major causes of cellulite problems you might find shocking. It's smoking. That's because smoking can actually cause a break down of the connective tissue in your skin. That will make it hard for your body to flush toxins and cellulite will form faster. So, if you smoke and want to rid yourself of cellulite, you should think seriously about quitting your smoking habit.

Stress and cellulite also go hand-in-hand. So, the bottom line is that, if you want to avoid cellulite, you should try to lead a healthy lifestyle and stay as calm as possible. Only then can you turn the tide in your favor and reduce your cellulite problems. - 15343

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