• Cellulite Causes

Many people have pondered about what causes cellulite in the belief that if they could pinpoint the causes, then they could find a cellulite treatment to rid themselves of this condition if not actually prevent the onset of cellulite in the first place.

But let’s face the question square on, cellulitis treatment is just not that well understood. There are many factors involved in the cause of cellulite and these various factors all impact different people in different ways.

There are many hormonal factors involved in the appearance of cellulite growth under the skin. Estrogen, insulin and noradrenaline all play a roll. In addition both thyroid hormones and prolactin are also involved in the cellulite production process.

Genetics clearly play a complex roll since certain genes promote the growth of cellulite in our bodies. Other factors include race, gender, slow metabolism as well as the distribution of fat cells under the skin. The rate of body circulation also is a significant factor. Gender is important because female hormones impact the fat structure in a different way than male hormones. This is one reason why women suffer more from cellulite than men.

Clearly diet is very important as well. People who take part in unhealthy diets in which they consume too much fat and carbohydrates are more prone to cellulite buildup. Lack of fiber in your diet and the use of too much salt are also factors.

There are lifestyle factors to consider as well. Active people who engage in exercise and frequent physical activity are much less at risk. Those sedentary people who engage in little exercise and who sit or stand for long periods are the ones who are at serious risk. Still another dangerous lifestyle risk is smoking which in addition to all the harmful health issues also restricts circulation.

Another factor is the type of clothing you wear. Your body circulation is enhanced when you wear loose fitting, comfortable clothes that allow freedom of motion. Clothing that binds and limits free movement like underwear that includes tight elastic may limit blood flow.