Cellulite What helps against orange peel?

Cellulite on the skin: what helps against orange peel?

01/05/2012

Which woman does not know her - the annoying dents on thighs and buttocks. Even athletic women suffer from orange peel. But there are ways to counteract cellulite. Anyone starting now with a holistic program has a good chance to smooth his orange skin until the summer.

Mostly women are affected by orange peel
Nicola Otte, a dermatologist and laser medicine specialist from the Dermatologikum in Hamburg, explains why mainly women are affected by cellulite: „The buildup of fat and connective tissue in women is less stable and more stretchy than that of men.“ In addition, women would have thinner connective tissue fibers that are mostly perpendicular to the skin surface. The fat cells would thereby have less resistance and could easily push through into adjacent skin layers. Men, on the other hand, have connective tissue fibers that run parallel and are more stable, reports the expert.

Which factors favor the development of cellulite?
The main cause of the development of cellulite is therefore of anatomical origin. In addition, factors such as diet, exercise and the general lifestyle have an influence on the formation or the expression of the orange peel. Nicola Otte explains that both overweight and the influence of estrogens favor the development of orange peel.

Sarah Schretzmair, naturopath and beautician from Düsseldorf, advises affected women to a holistic therapy: „I generally recommend a holistic therapy through physical exercise, healthy nutrition and good cosmetics.“ She further explains: „Generally, cellulite is exacerbated by the consumption of cigarettes, alcohol and medicines.“ Sugary foods are also unfavorable. „Cola is an absolute taboo, because it contains phosphoric acid in addition to any amount of sugar. This reduces the calcium reserves, which are important for a stable connective tissue“, reports the beautician.

Healthy lifestyle helps fight cellulite
Even if the bikini season seems to be a long way off, sufferers should already start with a holistic therapy, because a longer-term effect usually does not happen overnight.

Since cigarettes, alcohol and sugar promote the formation of orange peel, one should do without these stimulants. A balanced diet not only counteracts cellulite, but also promotes overall health and well-being. Calcium-rich foods such as cheese and pots are particularly suitable because calcium is significantly responsible for the stability of the connective tissue, explains Sarah Schretzmair. Equally important are minerals from fruits and vegetables.

Nicola Otte also advises enough exercise: „Endurance sports such as jogging, walking or cycling strengthens the muscles and brings a slight tightening effect. Thus, legs with unpleasant dents appear smoother, toned and visually appealing.“

Special anti-cellulite cosmetics refine and nourish the complexion, but they can not completely eliminate the orange peel, as they only have a superficial effect. The specialist in dermatology reports another possibility of treatment: „Radiofrequency treatments are aimed at strengthening and building connective tissue. Currently they are given the highest chance of success.“ In this method, the skin is massaged with a small attachment by circular movements. At the same time, radio frequency waves penetrate evenly deep into the skin. Treatment should be performed approximately five times, every two weeks.

Natural healing in cellulite
In alternative medicine it is assumed that acidification of the body can lead to the formation of cellulite. Causes of hyperacidity are usually in an unhealthy diet. In addition, alcohol consumption, smoking, anxiety and stress lead to a disturbed acid-base balance of the body.

You can between „acid suppliers“ and „acid producers“ differ. To the foods that sour in the body „metabolized“ These include polished rice, sugar, sweets, all husked cereal products, white flour products, peas, dried green and brown lentils, sweet drinks, alcohol and coffee beans. Meat, offal, fish, sausage, poultry, game, eggs, dairy, meat broth provide an excess of acidic minerals. These include, among others, sulfur, phosphorus, chlorine and iodine.

In order to counteract hyperacidity and thus the formation of orange peel, a change in diet is advisable, especially for basic foods. The basic foods include, for example, fruits, wild herbs, aromatic herbs, leaf and root vegetables, potatoes, whey and hazelnuts. In addition, intensive sports promote the elimination of acids. (Ag)

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