CELLULITE: THE ENEMY OF WOMEN

Most women are affected by cellulite, causing the "orange peel" unsightly. Can it be prevented and how to get rid of it?Focusing on this phenomenon exclusively female.

1) Cellulite moved under the influence of hormones. 

True. 

Under the influence of hormones, fat cells (adipocytes) store more fat and increase in volume. Lymphatic vessels, loaded to eliminate waste from the body, are then compressed. Lymph, which circulates more, can no longer perform its function of elimination, thereby promoting water retention and toxins.

2) Cellulite is not fat. 

False. 

Cellulite develops when fat cells store fat, thereby increasing volume. This phenomenon also causes water retention, cellulite, but corresponds to an accumulation of fat.

3) It results in something "orange peel". 

True. 

A fat cell can, filling up with fat, multiply its size by fifty. And we average 20 billion fat cells! Therefore the collagen fibers alternates, giving the skin a dimpled appearance, also known as "orange peel".

4) Men also have cellulite. 

False.

Cellulite attacks always women and rarely men. Why? It is a story of female hormones.

5) Against cellulite, nothing like a slimming regime. 

True. 

Cellulite is an accumulation of grease, the regime remains the real solution.Weight loss fat cells empty their contents, reduces compression and thus facilitates the elimination of waste. Provided of course to be overweight!

6) The drainage activators lead to weight loss. 

False. 

They do not lose weight, but are "deflated" and encourage the use of drinks.They can be useful to accompany a plan.

7) Lymphatic drainage is only performed by a physiotherapist. 

True. 

It is a circulatory massage that requires real know-how. Its goal is to restore the lymphatic circulation. The technique is to practice on some strategic points of pressure slow, regular and light, followed by loosening. Thus causing a disgorgement of all tissues.

8) against cellulite, you should drink plenty of water. 

True. 

It is advisable to drink each day at least a liter and a half to two liters. But a varied and balanced diet, especially rich in fruits and vegetables is also essential to fight against cellulite. Not to mention regular physical activity.

9) The slimming creams are ineffective. 

False. 

While their effectiveness is controversial, be aware that massage daily, or twice daily, achieved during the application, meanwhile, recognized efficacy. Indeed, massage relieves congestion and reduces congestion in the skin tissues.Meanwhile, creams containing vasodilators and surface vasoprotective substances. They contribute at least as changing the appearance of the skin by moisturizing and firming.

10) What is the proportion of women affected by cellulite? 

80%.