subject: Cellulite: What Causes It? [print this page] Most women are going to develop cellulite at some point, resulting in rippled and puckered looking skin. It is a big problem, but no woman wants to have it and will try pretty much whatever they can to get rid of it. It can help to understand how cellulite forms and why it forms so that you can figure out the best way to get rid of it. This article will provide you with some insight into what causes this condition and the things that you can do to get rid of it.
Cellulite refers to pockets of fat which cause dimpling on the skin, usually on the stomach, buttock and thighs. The development of this condition happens due to the connective tissue structure in the subcutaneous fat layer, which differs greatly from the tissues in other layers. As fat presses against these connective tissues, cellulite will appear and can be seen through the thin surface of the skin.
There are many reasons why some people get cellulite and to what degree their cellulite will be a problem. While most people think cellulite has to do with being fat or obese, it really has very little to do with being overweight. It can just as easily appear in women of normal and even below normal body weight. This is an important fact to know so that you don't try extreme dieting as a solution to the problem.
Women are more likely to develop these cellulite fatty deposits than men, so factors such as gender and even genetics are what really play a major role. Your age and skin thickness are also factors in how visible the problem will be. Women tend to experience cellulite most often during pregnancy, puberty, menopause or even while using birth control pills because hormones are another major factor in the development of these fatty deposits.
There are a range of products on the market that all claim to reduce or eliminate cellulite, but most of these products can't help the problem at all. At best, they will only provide temporary results for some patients by masking the appearance of cellulite, not eliminating it.
The best way to reduce the appearance of cellulite is through a healthy diet and regular exercise which can help reduce fatty deposits under the skin. The best approach to effectively eliminate cellulite is by using an exercise routine that is a combination of strength training and cardiovascular exercise.
