What woman hasn’t looked in the mirror at some point in her life, horrified to discover the familiar and unsightly “orange peel” appearance of cellulite around the hips, thighs and buttocks? Very few of us might be lucky enough to raise our hands and say “it’s never happened to me!” and they are a very lucky minority.
In addition to being a very common problem, both for the thin and for the more generously rounded, cellulite is also a typical complaint of women and is very rare in men. This is due to the very nature of cellulite, which is a consequence of the storage of fat and toxins in the cells just under the skin, causing the typical orange peel effect. Women’s fat cells are very different from men’s fat cells. In women, the chambers containing the fat cells are larger than in men, and they are also more numerous. The percentage of normal fat in a woman’s body is between 21% and 35%, while in a man’s body it is between 8% and 25%.
Like almost everything else, getting rid of cellulite is the result of a holistic approach that takes into account what happens inside the body (causes) as well as outside (symptoms), where cellulite shows its feared presence. So, here are my 5 steps to get rid of cellulite, get healthier, and improve your self-esteem:
1. hhydrates properly
2. INapply a combination of essential oils
3. Poxygen circulation
4. Pprepare delicious healthy meals
5. ANDwin for a good daily walk.
1. Hydrate properly. Our body is made up of up to 75% water, which is essential for all the vital functions of the system, including the elimination of toxins, which are part of the cellulite problem along with fat. The minimum daily intake of water that we need is, more or less, one liter of water for every 30 kilos of body weight. If you live in a hot climate, exercise, or feel unwell, your daily amount of water should increase to make up for the water you lose through perspiration, sweating, and internal cleansing (when you’re sick). One very important factor, which is often overlooked when talking about water intake, is that in order for our body to use water intake most efficiently, we need salt. In order for the water to penetrate the cells and carry away excess fat and toxins, it is essential to have salt and start the osmosis process that favors the exchange of water inside and outside the cells and therefore the cleaning of toxins. For more detailed information on which salt to use, see my previous article titled “Is Salt Good or Bad for You?”
2. Apply a combination of essential oils. There are several essential oils that are very useful for increasing blood circulation, as well as fighting fluid retention and lymphatic congestion: rosemary, black pepper, geranium, sage, grapefruit, cypress, lavender, helichrysum, and patchouli. When making an essential oil blend, always remember that all citrus-based oils are photosensitive, which means they can cause irritation if used up to 6 hours before sun exposure. Choose the essential oils that appeal to you the most and add them to a carrier oil (I use apricot kernel and rosehip oil) and massage them into the area of the skin showing cellulite in circular motions working your way up towards the heart. You can also use a soft brush in the same way to massage the lymphatics and improve blood circulation on the skin’s surface. I make my own cellulite mix with added DMSO for better skin penetration and a teaspoon of “sole”, a Himalayan crystal salt and water solution.
3. Promote oxygen circulation. In other words, take a deep breath, possibly while relaxing and enjoying 15 minutes just for you, in the morning when you wake up is the best time. Find a nice place where you won’t be disturbed for 15 minutes. Face the sun if you have the luxury of a sunny day, close your eyes and take a deep breath, enjoying the air that moves through every cell of your body. Breathe in positive thoughts and breathe out all your worries, anxiety and stress. Stress has a big impact on the congestion of fat and toxins that cause cellulite.
4. Prepare delicious healthy meals. Increase your intake of fresh fruits, raw salads, vegetables, nuts, and seeds while trying to be conservative with dairy, meat, and processed sugar (such as cakes, cookies, and ice cream). One very important thing to remember is that our body has only one signal to indicate both thirst and hunger. Many people who have a weight problem tend to answer this “call” by eating first. A good rule of thumb is to drink a couple of glasses of water when you first feel “hungry.” Wait 15-20 minutes and then eat something. You’ll find that you eat less food overall, and you’ll probably also feel less prone to eating junk food. Also pay attention to the combination of foods you prepare. Excellent combinations are:
– proteins (such as meat, fish and eggs) and non-starchy vegetables (lettuce, mushrooms, broccoli, zucchini, tomato, bell pepper, spinach, asparagus, cabbage, and green beans to name a few);
– starchy vegetables (such as potatoes, squash, peas, carrots, beans, and corn) with proteins and non-starchy vegetables.
– Grain (such as pasta, bread and millet) with non-starchy vegetables
5. Yearn for a good daily walk. The best exercise you can do to combat cellulite is cardiovascular, which keeps your blood circulation moving and the lymphatic system active.
And last but not least, be HAPPY, smile more often, be kind to yourself and others, think positive, make sure you always have the sun in front of you so that shadows, worries, doubts, anxiety and fear are left behind. you. Stress is a major factor, not only for cellulite, but also for heart disease and many other ailments. A positive life, on the other hand, strengthens the immune system and prepares it to fight disease. I’m not trying to say that you shouldn’t feel angry, sad, or worried. All of these feelings are important and need to be expressed. However, staying angry, sad and worried long after the causes of those feelings have disappeared only harms the people who live in them, weakening the immune system and causing nothing but grievance. Smile often, appreciate the beautiful little things that brighten your day, and let your loved ones know that you love them and treasure their presence around you…
Finally, share this information with the man in your life. Even if you don’t have as much cellulite as we do, the five steps just described, as part of a holistic approach, will benefit everyone. Also, it will be easier for you to improve your diet and exercise program if you have someone do it with you, and it will be great for both of you!
