You might be wondering, "What is cellulite?" Cellulite is a condition that causes areas of the skin to form dimples because of the fat deposits that are contained beneath it. The thighs and the buttocks are two of the places where cellulite is most commonly found. The medical field refers to cellulite as gynoid lipodystrophy. As many as 90 percent of the female population are affected by cellulite during their life. This is according to information provided by dermatologists.
What is cellulite? Part 1: Grades of cellulite
There are three grades of cellulite:
Grade 1: There are some changes anatomically that can be detected when the cells are examined microscopically. This is despite the fact that there are not any clinical symptoms.
Grade 2: The person's skin will display a pasty color. It will not have as much elasticity as healthy skin. There will also be various changes anatomically that a microscopic exam will discover.
Grade 3: The skin has a very rough texture. It also has all of the indications of grade 2.
Both men and women can suffer from cellulite. However, women are much more likely to have problems with it throughout their lives. This is a result of women having the specific types of connective tissue and fat that are most commonly associated with cellulite.
What is cellulite? Part 2: Cellulite causes
1. A person's lifestyle: People who smoke will often have much more cellulite than non-smokers. Cellulite will also be commonly found on people who do not exercise on a regular basis. Sitting and standing in a single position for extended periods of time on a regular basis will also make a person more of a risk for developing cellulite.
2. Diet: The frequent eating of salt, carbs and fat will make a person develop cellulite in large quantities. This is also true for people who do not have enough fiber in their diet.
3. Genetics: It has been scientifically proven that specific genes are necessary in order for cellulite to develop. A slow metabolism, race and gender are some of the characteristics that can make it more likely that a person will eventually develop cellulite.
4. Hormones: Hormones are also a significant factor in the creation of cellulite. There are many people in the scientific community who believe that prolactin, noradrenaline, estrogen, thyroid hormones and insulin all play a major role in the way that cellulite is produced.
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