Cellulite is a term used to describe overfilled fat pockets right under the skin. These are fat cells that have become enlarged causing these cells to occupy more space between the skin’s connective tissues than normal. The fat then expands these spaces resulting in overlapping of skin dimpling, often called the effect of orange peel.

It appears in ninety percent of post-adolescent women and is rarely seen in men. Common areas where cellulite is found are the thighs, buttocks and abdomen. Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is not related to obesity, since it occurs in women who are overweight, normal and thin. Cellulite causes many image problems and many women avoid using short skirts or shorts because of it.

Some of the factors that contribute to the development of cellulite are: heredity. However, you can still do a lot to fight cellulite.

Not drinking enough water. Water helps flush toxins and waste from the body. Drink seven or eight glasses of water a day.

Diet. Poor (alcohol, caffeine, spicy or greasy foods) eating habits contribute to the formation of cellulite because the toxins they produce get trapped in fatty tissue. Saturated fats clog arteries and get trapped in the tissue, thus avoiding waste disposal and enough toxin.

Smoking is not only bad for the skin and lungs, but it weakens the skin by causing constriction of capillaries. It also damages the connective tissue and can increase the dimpling effect of cellulite. Read the full story