Reduce cellulite with diet
June 11, 2008
Cellulite is basically fat that is localized in one or more areas of the body. Some people have more of it than others (thanks to their genetics). Women often have more cellulite than men, partly because of the way the fat cells are lined in our bodies (there is nothing we can do about that ladies). Studies in fact show that women have more irregularly patterned and discontinuous connective patterns of tissue beneath the skin, resulting in a dimpled appearance.
Important notes to reduce cellulite with diet
· Bright fruit and veg Blueberries, blackberries, blackcurrants, raspberries, Strawberries Cranberries.
· Among the highest sources of antioxidants out there are Cherries and papaya. Their antioxidants are said to prevent tissue damage
· Mangos Bananas: Circulation boosting and good fluid-retention fighters
· Oranges Grapefruit oranges they all have skin-strengthening lecithin
The body controls fluid levels in the body with potassium and sodium. When these two minerals are in balance, so is the fluid the body is kept in harmony. Eating too much salt in peanuts, chips and crisps can cause an imbalance which the body tries to correct by retaining fluid in the tissues. The World Health Organization recommends we eat no more than 5g of salt per day.
Ginkgo Biloba helps to increase circulation. A German study found that Gingko increased the rate of blood flow around the body by up to 57 per cent. It also has antioxidant properties. Green Tea is an antioxidant and has been shown to increase the rate at which the body burns calories.
Conjugulated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is fatty acid has been shown to increase the amount of body fat burnt during diet and exercise and to increase the amount of lean muscle mass in the system. It is commonly found in meat and dairy products. Dandelion is diuretic herb helps to release trapped fluid in the system and is also high in antioxidants. It contains high levels of potassium and helps fight fluid retention.
Aoid processed and refined foods which contain excess salt, sugar or fat. Follow a diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains, beans and legumes. These high fiber foods help eliminate waste and toxins. Reduce your intake of coffee, tea, sugar, salt and alcohol, all of which create a build up of toxins in the body. Try not to drink more than one glass of alcohol per day because doing so can cause the fat levels in the blood to increase slowing circulation. Alcohol also creates high numbers of free radicals in the system and boosts estrogen levels which may encourage fluid retention. Alcohol also prevents effective absorption of certain vitamins including fat burners like Vitamin C, zinc and calcium.




















