Cellulite Myths

Myth: Cellulite is Simply Fat

Cellulite is a form of fat, however there are important differences: cellulite is malformed, trapped fat located in the first subcutaneous layer. Unlike regular fat, cellulite is highly resistant to exercise and dietings. This is because cellulite fat is trapped in a mesh-like fibrous connective tissue.

Myth: Only Women Get Cellulite

While it's true that a significant majority of women - up to 95% by some statistics - get cellulite, men are not immune. Indeed, a form of cellulite that occurs on the front thighs seem to be present in men and women in equal proportions.

Myth: Only Old People Get Cellulite

In most people, the appearance of cellulite worsens with age. This does not mean, however, that younger people do not get cellulite. Indeed, cellulite often starts to develop at a young age. Left untreated, this condition worsens in appearance as the person ages.

In young people, cellulite often appears as dimpled, "orange peel" look, whereas advanced cases of cellulite in older people appear as large, unattractive lumps and bumps.

Myth: Cellulite Only Affects Thighs and Buttocks

While most forms of cellulite occurs on the thighs and buttocks, in some people, it also occurs on the upper arm, the back of the neck, and stomach.

Myth: Only Obese People Get Cellulite

Cellulite is, after all, a form of fat. This means that obesity is certainly a factor in getting cellulite or making it worse. Indeed, increased amount fatty tissues under the cellulite layer pushes the cellulite toward the skin, thus worsening its appearance.

Thin people, however, are not immune to cellulite. It can even affect those who exercise regularly, including athletes.

Myth: Dieting and Exercise Can Get Rid of Cellulite

Dieting and exercise does help reduce the appearance of cellulite, however, it does not get rid of them. Unlike regular fat, the fat in cellulite is trapped in a mesh of fibrous connective tissue. This effectively prevents your body's metabolism from burning these fat cells.

Myth: There is Nothing You Can Do To Get Rid of Cellulite

Although they are embarassed, many people choose to live with cellulite because they believe that there is no effective and affordable treatment of cellulite.

This is simply not true: in addition to high-tech massage, there are natural creams that work to reduce the appearance of cellulite. They usually include caffeine, green tree extract, and sea weed. Nutrave Crème is a cellulite treatment cream that contains a special form of caffeine, specifically engineered to have high lipolysis or fat dissolving characteristics.

For more information on Nutrave Crème, see:
Nutrave Crème Cellulite Treatment