Here's what you've been waiting for - some cellulite diet tips and the best foods to incorporate into your diet to help get rid of cellulite!
When you follow a diet that is designed specifically to help reduce cellulite and this does not necessarily revolve around losing weight, but it will involve minimizing the foods and foods full of toxins which can lead to cellulite appearing on the surface of the skin.
With a diet for cellulite, a person needs to include as many foods rich with iodine as possible. Iodine is required for normal functioning of the thyroid gland. The function of the thyroid gland is to take iodine, found in many foods, and convert it into thyroid hormones: thyroxin (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). T3 and T4 are then released into the blood stream and are transported throughout the body where they control metabolism (conversion of oxygen and calories to energy).
When planning a diet for cellulite it is necessary that you understand you need to be prepared to make permanent changes to your diet and the foods you eat. Some of these changes will be very easy because you will more than likely enjoy eating the healthier foods. The downside and challenges will be avoiding the foods that are not a part of the cellulite diet, which are usually the same foods in other diets. (You know which type that is?)
*Tip 1- It is important to remember that yo-yo dieting is thought to make cellulite worse.
*Tip 2- Change the foods you eat permanently for long term results in reducing the appearance of cellulite on your skin.
If you are serious about a cellulite reducing diet, you may want to consider investing in a juice extractor. These juicers come in a variety of shapes and sizes and it is important to find one that fits your needs and is within your budget.
Vegetable and fruit juices extracted from fresh foods are one of the best ways to get the nutrients your body needs and we also know we should be regularly drinking water to help flush out toxins from the body.
*Tip 3- Try to drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water a day.
*Tip 4- For a personalized amount of water your body requires you can divide your body weight in pounds by 18 and this will then give you a daily consumption of water required by your body.
This will help the body's detoxification process and can lead to a well balance body with healthy glowing skin. (It is very important to be well hydrated for healthy body to function correctly)
Foods.....
Eggs, milk and cheese, eggs are high in protein and easy to prepare. Make sure to have them boiled or poached. Please try to stay away from frying them in any kind of oil, butter or margarine. Cheese is also ok to eat, but if you can choose the low fat versions.
Milk is high in calcium and a good rule to follow but it is always a good idea to choose skimmed or less. There are some people who feel dairy products may cause cellulite so you may want to avoid them all together. Let's not forget the other options you may have, some people are unable to drink or eat dairy produce and turn to soya milks instead. Soya is an alternative to dairy milk with added calcium, vitamins, Low in saturates. Not to mention suitable for vegans and vegetarians, dairy free and lactose free and can also be your main milk source. You can also get Soya Sweetened, Un-sweetened or if you feel a bit naughty Flavoured. (Strawberry, Chocolate and Banana) Don't forget to read food labels before you make any changes
Vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals. Try raw veggies thinly sliced in a salad to add crunch. Since they aren't cooked they will retain all their nutrients. If you wish to cook vegetables try to avoid boiling as this will weaken vitamins and minerals. The best way would be to steam them to help retain their nutrients as if they were raw. This can be done within a microwave or Steamer, plus there are other ways to steam vegetables if you haven't got access to these appliances.
*Tip 5- Vegetables to include would be radishes, asparagus, carrots, tomatoes, spinach, leeks, artichokes, turnips, onions, watercress, string beans, mushrooms and lettuce.
*Tip 6- Fruits to include would be bananas, strawberries, grapes and pears.
*Tip 7- Fresh fruits that are water rich such as melon are great snacks. Due to their high water content, they will help in the process of detoxification.
*Tip 8- You can even grow your own vegetables and fruits in a garden! Look to buy organic fruits and vegetables as much as possible. (Pesticides can still remain in the body and leads to toxin build up)
Don't forget our bodies also need a source of protein. So always try to choose lean cuts of meat or poultry and when preparing the food be sure to remove any extra fat or skin
*Tip 9- Fish and seafood are iodine rich and contain the omega fatty acids. Omega fatty acids are very beneficial to the skin. Seafood is also high in iodine to boost thyroid functioning.
*Tip 10- Be sure you try a vegetable source of protein such as soy or tofu. You might enjoy them and they can be used in a variety of recipes.
And finally the biggest Tip of all,Foods to avoid.......Pickles, Chips, Cold cuts or similar processed foods, Caffeine & Carbonated Beverages, soft-drinks and sodas will decrease blood circulation and promote waste storage in the body, Junk Food and Sugar Loaded Products, Sweets, Cakes, Crisps. Also try to avoid anything with a high salt content.
I know these are all foods we like and enjoy, but the truth is they are all bad for your body and remember the more of these junk foods you eat, the more toxins and fats will accumulate in your body and all of your hard work will be a waste of time. .....So be good ;)
***Be sure to consult your Doctor before starting a special diet if you are on any medications or have special health concerns***
