Natural And Healthy Diet Tips For Cellulite Reduction

Posted March 14, 2011 By David Batchelor

Cellulite is a common issue, and there are many reduction methods you can choose from. Some of these require invasive surgeries or expensive procedures. But these are not the only options. There are simpler and more natural techniques that are worth a try. One obvious method is a healthy diet. Below are some ideas that will help you fight and prevent cellulite.

Detoxify your diet. Toxins trapped in the body allow the creation of cellulite. Go clean and healthy with fruits and vegetables. Cut out caffeine and alcohol.

Reduce your water retention. Water retained in the body traps toxins because they cannot get flushed out. Decrease your sodium intake by cutting down on salt, soy sauce, and canned foods. Lactose can also increase water retention. Opt for reduced-lactose cheeses, yogurts and other dairy products.

Drink plenty of water. Though it seems counterintuitive, drinking water actually reduces water retention by helping the kidneys flush toxins out of the body. Stay hydrated with the recommended eight glasses a day. As a bonus, the water makes your stomach feel full and tricks you body into thinking you have already eaten.

Cut down on fats. A diet high in fatty foods causes weight gain and cellulite. Instead, choose foods that are low in calories and high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. You’ll absorb less fat and your body will start to repair the tissues that cause cellulite to show under the skin.

Eat several small meals throughout the day. Along with aiding digestion, this keeps you satisfied throughout the day so you are less inclined to eat more than you need in a moment of hunger. Chew slowly to make the meal take longer. It takes about twenty minutes for your brain to register that you are full. By eating slowly, your brain will receive that message before you have overeaten.

More tips for eating healthy and reducing cellulite:

- Make sure your protein comes from lean sources. Egg whites, white meat like chicken or fish, and lean red meat like filet mignon are good choices. Go for the grilled or baked option instead of the fried.

- Avoid fatty foods. Cut down or cut out rich or greasy foods like pizza, gravy, cheese, breads and cookies with fillings, butter, and ice cream.

- Cut down on refined sugars. Foods high in complex carbohydrates, such as fruits and vegetables, are smart choices because their sugars require breaking down before the body can use them.

- Use less oil when cooking.

- Get more fiber. Fiber makes you feel full longer and generally takes longer to eat, both of which will make you less likely to overeat.

- Cut down on salt both while preparing food and at the table.

- Drink juice or water instead of soda and alcohol, which are high in calories but low in nutrients.

With these simple, natural tips you can fight cellulite. Work these ideas into your diet, and you will also see a significant improvement in your general wellbeing.

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