Cellulite And Massage

 

Cellulite is other pet peeves for women. I asked an alternative therapist once what cellulite was, I was told it's a fat cell trap by toxins. Just think of it as a warehouse full of food surrounded by barb wire. The body can't access that food because of the fences

A Medical reference explained the dimpling of the skin to be when there is collections of fat that push against the connective tissue beneath a person's skin, which causes the surface of the skin to have dimples or pucker and look lumpy.

What causes cellulite?

The causes of cellulite are not well understood, but there are several theories that have been put forth as explanations. Among these are:

• Hormonal factors - hormones likely play an important role in cellulite development. Many believe oestrogen, insulin, noradrenaline, thyroid hormones, and prolactin are part of the cellulite production process.
• Genetics - certain genes are required for cellulite development. Genes may predispose an individual to particular characteristics associated with cellulite, such as gender, race, slow metabolism, distribution of fat just underneath the skin, and circulatory insufficiency.
• Diet - people who eat too much fat, carbohydrates, or salt and too little fibre are likely to have greater amounts of cellulite.
•  Lifestyle factors - cellulite may be more prevalent in smokers, those who do not exercise, and those who sit or stand in one position for long periods of time.
• Clothing - underwear with tight elastic across the buttocks (limiting blood flow) may contribute to the formation of cellulite.

Cellulite And Massage should generally be a combination of an aromatherapy oil blend for circulation and lymphatics stimulation, a medium pressure massage that will work on moving the body’s blood circulation and a lighter massage to help to move lymph as the lymph system is superficial.

When I use to do this type of work I use cupping therapy as well. Cupping therapy is a get way to help with cellulite (Cupping draws toxins to the surface area of the body where the cups are applied, this increases blood flow and relieves muscle cramping, hardening of tissue and associated pain. It also helps move cold, heat, damp and toxins from the area) Once again my sister, the lab rat, put this to the test, I gave her a couple of cups with a blend of pre made essential oils blends, And at night she would do what they call slide cupping on her thighs, in time the appearance of her legs improved (you know that orange peel look). You can buy a Standard Cupping set to use at home, and look for an essential oil blend for sliming or cellulite and mix it with a circulation blend. You can even try slide cupping with a cellulite cream.

The cellulite machines that have a sucking motion work around the same principles.

When you incorporate massage with diet and exercise you will see the best results for your problem with cellulite.