Friday, January 23, 2009

Debunking Cellulite Reduction Myths

By Tara L Riazanov

Each and very year millions and millions of dollars are spent on cellulite treatments that simply don't work. Slick marketing campaigns convince thousands of women to buy a cellulite reduction method only for them to be disappointed when the results don't appear.

This is why it is important to have some knowledge about the condition before you are misled by slick marketing campaigns. The first step is to debunk some myths about what cellulite is and what the best way is to get rid of it.

1. Cellulite Starts in Your 40's

Age is a risk factor for developing the condition. However, it is no certainty. While the biggest age group that will develop the cellulite are in their 30's and 40's the condition can occur even in the teenage years.

2. Only Overweight People Get It

Skinny women can - and certainly do - get cellulite. This is because the cellulite occurs at the thin layer of fat beneath the skin and this layer hangs around even when a woman has very little overall fat content. Overweight people are more likely to get the condition because of their fat levels.

3. Sodium in Soda Pop is a Cause

There is a myth that the sodium contained in soda pops can cause cellulite to form. There is no evidence that sodium can do this. However, the calories contained in soda pop can most definitely contribute to being overweight, which is a major cause of cellulite.

4. The Problem Areas are Always the Thighs and Bum

Cellulite is not just restricted to the buttocks and thighs. While these are the most common places for it to be found, the condition can also affect the arms, lower legs, neck, tummy and even the back.

5. The Only Effective Treatments Are Exercise and Diet Changes

As already mentioned, cellulite is caused mainly by being overweight but there are other risk factors as well. While losing weight and exercising more will do wonderful things for the appearance of your cellulite you should also explore using other treatments to increase the affects.

Treatments for cellulite removal include cellulite cream, massage, radio therapy, sound wave therapy, laser therapy and body wraps. Your beauty spa will have more information on these treatments and how they can help the cellulite reduction process. A surgical alternative to these treatments is liposuction. - 14915

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