Cellulite and What Causes it!
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Cellulite is a collection of fat that pushes the connective tissue beneath the skin which causes the changes in appearance of the skin. Cellulite is much more common in women than men because of differences in the way fat, muscle and connective tissue are distributed under the skin.
Cellulite especially affects women above 35 years and progressively worsens and gives physical and psychological problems. Genders, genes, age, and the amount of fat on the body are all associated with the amount of cellulite you have or how visible it is. Cellulite is mostly found on the buttocks, stomach and thighs.
Causes of cellulite are hormonal changes, overproduction of estrogen, sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise and physical activities, excess consumption of saturated fats and sugary items. The best way to reduce the amount of cellulite is to decrease excess body fat, eat fewer calories and exercise more.
Changing Your Diet
A combination of proper eating habits, aerobic exercises and strength training are the best things you can do to fight against cellulite. Opposite from that, if you live a sedentary lifestyle and you continue eating fatty foods, the cellulite will get bigger and bigger.
A well balanced diet can help women reduce cellulite. Improper diet and lack of physical activity can lead to accumulation of fluid, toxins and waste products in the body that make cellulite formations.
-A balanced diet contains the right proportions of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
-The diet should contain a high amount of fiber, lean proteins and complex carbohydrates.
-Intake of trans and saturated fats must be minimal.
-The food must be rich in omega fatty acids and essential fatty acids.
-Avoid junk foods and fast foods, which contain bad cholesterol.
-Add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet.
-Drink plenty of water every day. Avoid the use of caffeinated drinks.
Junk foods, most canned foods, fast foods, food with preservatives, oily foods, sugary foods, and refined foods all provide extra calories, slow down metabolism and increase the chances of getting cellulite.
Fresh fruits and vegetables contain a great amount of fiber and essential minerals that help detoxify the body.
Restrict the use of alcohol and sweetened carbonated water because there is nothing nutritious about them. Alcohol and smoking affect metabolism by slowing it down which can result in worsening of the cellulite.
Exercising
Besides a healthy diet, the most effective and long lasting way of fighting cellulite is by performing cardiovascular exercises like jogging, cycling, running, and performing weight training exercises.
As you exercise, you sweat, which flushes out toxins from your body and reduces cellulite appearance. There are many great exercises and types of equipment that can burn calories and fat beneath the skin. There is an excellent selection of exercises which can target cellulite problem areas.
Another treatment that can help cellulite reduction is massage therapy on particular areas where the cellulite is present. Massages can improve the blood circulation and help reduce unwanted fat and cellulite.
Medical Treatment
One well known medical treatment that will reduce cellulite quick and easy is liposuction. Liposuction is a medical technique that extracts the fats by vacuuming it from just under the skin. Liposuction can be an expensive procedure and is performed only by medical experts.
Liposuction is very popular cellulite treatment because of its long lasting and dramatic results. There are many other medical treatments and techniques which can help reduce cellulite.
If you need to have a medical treatment in order to reduce cellulite, make sure that you get informed prior to the procedure how it works, how it can effect your health, and how it will effect your budget.
Healthy Recipes To Fight Cellulite
Breakfast: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Number Of Servings: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup whole grain oats
1 medium size apple (peeled and chopped in bite size pieces)
1 cup water
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon honey
Preparations:
Bring water to boil. Add apple pieces and cook 3 minutes. Add whole grain oats, honey and cinnamon. Stir and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories: 180
Total Fat: 3.0 grams
Total Carbs: 34 grams
Total Protein: 5 grams
Lunch: Mediterranean Beef And Chicken Casserole
Number Of Servings: 6
Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound ground beef
2 chicken breasts chopped in small bite pieces
1 onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups brown rice
4 cups chicken broth
Preparations:
Heat oil in a skillet. Add ground beef, pieces of chicken breast and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Add rice and chicken broth. Transfer contents to a casserole dish. Preheat oven to 375F and bake uncovered until rice is cooked (about 30-45 minutes). Check liquid periodically; add water if the casserole is drying out.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories: 650
Total Fat: 30 grams
Total Carbs: 50 grams
Total Protein: 32 grams
Dinner: Healthy, Savory Cheese Pie
Number Of Servings: 10
Ingredients:
1 pound phyllo dough
2 pounds cottage cheese
6 eggs
2 cups milk
1/3 cup olive oil
Preparations:
In a big bowl, mix eggs, milk and olive oil. Add cottage cheese and stir. In a baking dish overlap 2 sheets of phyllo, spoon over mix generously. Repeat several times. Top layer finish with light layer of mix. Bake in oven on 350 degrees Farenheit for 45-60 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories: 370
Total Fat: 27 grams
Total Carbs: 25 grams
Total Protein: 16 grams
Phytoestrogens
By far the most exciting dietary research and information involves the use of phytoestrogens, albeit at slight indirect references. Almost all the research I will quote determines how effective phytoestrogens are at controlling estrogen levels.
Estrogen as we now know is responsible for a complete cycle of events as it plays the most dominant role in cellulite development. I say this as estrogen stimulates fibroblasts to act on collagenase which breaks down collagen, allowing fat cells to float up to the skin surface and as fat cells break free of collagen strands they enlarge and stimulate new fat cells to be made.
When new fat cells are made more estrogen is produced so it can mature these new fat cells from preadipocytes to adipocytes 3 , and with more estrogen made, more fibroblasts are stimulated and - the whole process starts again.
Thus it stands to reason, if you can control estrogen levels, then you can control cellulite production. To further support this hypothesis, it has been noted that Asian populations who consume the most phytoestrogens 12 , have the least amount of cellulite in their population 13 .
As a result of this and their high consumptions of phytoestrogens (50 - 300 milligrams) they have become the focus of many studies to determine the impact of phytoestrogens on health. Asians consuming 100 grams of soybean a day were getting isoflavone protection in the form of daidzein and genistein.
Compared to westerners, scientists found that Asians had a lower rate of breast, uterine and endometrial cancer, a lower rate of prostatic and colon cancer; as well as a lower rate of cardiovascular disease12. The author goes on to state that 'when Asians switched to western-style diets - high in fat and protein and low in fiber and soy - their risk for hormonally related diseases increased.12
The Chemical Structure Of Estrogen And Isoflavones
It is interesting to note that the chemical structure of estrogen and isoflavones, one of two types of phytoestrogens, are so similar that physiological actions occur when they are absorbed by the body 3 . Phytoestrogens are more common than you realize, as they are members of a class of bioflavonoids, a more familiar term in today's vernacular; under bioflavonoids they are known under two distinct groups - isoflavones and lignans.
Phytoestrogens are so important to our health and regular diet because of their similar chemical structure to estrogens, which have so many biological actions and biological functions in the body 3 .
To further support the benefit of consuming phytoestrogens, soy beans have been shown to be effective in reducing rapid cell growth 14 and reducing acne 15 in research studies.
This research is mainly based on soy products which specifically contains isoflavones - genistein and daidzein - and Peter Pugilese actually states in his book 'Physiology of the Skin II' that, 'cellulite should respond to isoflavones since they block the effect of estrogens on the connective tissue surrounding the fatty tissue... By blocking this action, isoflavones will reduce, or prevent the tendency of the fatty tissue to be herniated into the dermis. 3
Reducing Estrogen Levels
If you remember correctly, estrogen is by far the most damaging component of cellulite production, for two reasons:
It starts the initial phase of cellulite production by activating the fibroblasts. If there was no estrogen or much less, then most fibroblasts would float by harmlessly and all the cascade of events afterwards that they promote would be none existent.
Estrogen naturally acts on preadipocytes so that they mature into adipocytes, it is these preadipocytes that are created in the cellulite cycle when fat cells reach their full size, after the collagen fibers are broken. Estrogen acts again here on this latter stage of cellulite production and as more fat cells are created - so is more estrogen.
So clearly, reducing estrogen levels will by far have the most dramatic effect on reducing and potentially reversing cellulite production. At this point in time, there is almost no research on confirming this, as phytoestrogen and cellulite research has been conducted separately, but Pugliese is at the top of the list with a very new study just out 16 .
I also see that the brand new research admits that estrogen is the culprit also 17 . It's a shame more researchers aren't better nutritionists, because if you know which foods contain plenty of estrogen, then you could radically control estrogen levels by reducing or even eliminating dairy!
Strength training elicits more testosterone production, so performing more weight type workouts, instead of cardio, could also be another way for women and in rarer cases men, to reverse the estrogen levels and thus the cellulite reaction in their bodies.
Dairy And Estrogen
I was motivated to write about the current information on cellulite once I heard how much estrogen was evident in our diet via dairy products, I knew that recent data had suggested that estrogen was the main culprit in cellulite production and I wanted to investigate the literature and provide you with some answers.
This is exceptionally important as estrogen is the main catalyst in the series of skin adaptations that allow cellulite to form. New research tells us that the effects of estrogen are heritable as people's parents estrogen intake via milk based products has left cellular adaptations described as genetic imprints 19 .
This research has pointed out that these imprints may leave the individual more sensitive to estrogen intake in the future 19 - perhaps this is the case with cellulite too?
We know that some women have better control over cellulite than others, it is very ironic that populations with much lower cellulite problems also have far lower dairy intake! This is a personal conclusion from someone studying the research for the last two years and piecing the bits together.
Conclusion
In closing, I would take a stab at guessing that new research coming out will show that either Asian/Mongolian populations or women with none or little cellulite either consume very little dairy and have high phytoestrogen intake or they have modified fibroblasts that are desensitized to the effects of estrogen (perhaps from a high intake of Phytoestrogens?) we shall just have to wait and see.
SORRY IT'S SOO LONG! BUT IT'S VERY INFORMATIVE!
Bibliography:
Rawlings, AV. Cellulite and it's treatment. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2006 Jun;28(3):175-90
Tulin, GA. Treatment of cellulite with LPG endermologie. Int J Dermatol. 2009 Mar;48(3):265-70.
Pugliese, PT. Physiology of the skin II. Allured Publishing Corp. 2001
Hexsel, D et al. Botanical extracts used in the treatment of cellulite. Dermatol Surg. 2005 Jul;31(7 Pt 2):866-72; discussion 872.
Smalls, LK et al. Effect of weight loss on cellulite: gynoid lypodystrophy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2006 Aug;118(2):510-6
Del Pino, E et al. Effect of controlled volumetric tissue heating with radiofrequency on cellulite and the subcutaneous tissue of the buttocks and thighs. J Drugs Dermatol. 2006 Sep;5(8):714-22
Smalls, LK et al. Quantitative model of cellulite: three-dimensional skin surface topography, biophysical characterization and relationship to human perception. J Cosmet Sci. 2005 Mar-Apr;56(2):105-20
Caruso, MK et al. An evaluation of mesotherapy solutions for inducing lipolysis and treating cellulite. J Plasti, Reconstruc & Aesthetic Surg. 2008 Nov;61(11):1321-1324
Tortora, GJ. Hardcover 2006. 11th Edition. John Wiley & Sons
Visscher, MO et al. Quantitative model of cellulite: three-dimensional skin surface topography, biophysical characterization and relationship to human perception. J Cosmet Sci. 2005 Mar-Apr;56(2):105-20
Website http://www.ambafrance-do.org/weight-loss/53243.php
Salvo, RM. Controlling the appearance of cellulite. Cosmetics & Toiletries. 1995 July; 110: 50-59
EHP 104 (5) Focus, available from ehpnet1.niehs.nih.gov/docs/1996/104-5/focus.htmli and from http://www.mayoclinic.com
Anecdotal evidence taken from a conversation between Dr. Peter Pugliese and Dr. Bob Bibb. 2008
Baldwin, MA et al. Endoglin, a TGF-beta binding protein of endothelial cells, is the gene for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia type 1. Nature Genetics 8:345-51 (1994)
Martini, MC et al. Effects of soy intake on sex hormone metabolism in pre-menopausal women. Nutr Cancer 43:133-139 (1999)
Pugliese, PT. The pathogenesis of cellulite: a new concept. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2007 Jun;6(2):140-2
Alberto, G et al. Cellulite: A New Treatment Approach Combining Subdermal Nd: YAG Laser Lipolysis and Autologous Fat Transplantation. Aesthetic Surg Journ. 2008 Nov-Dec;28(6):656-662
Ganmaa Davaasambuu, 'The milk we drink today may not be nature's perfect food.' http://www.news.harvard.edu/gazette/2006/12.07/11-dairy.html
Bibb, RD. Deadly Dairy Deception. Self publication. 2008
Bodybuilding.com
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/science-unlocks-cellulite-2.htm
keeps me on track!! Love YaCellulite is a collection of fat that pushes the connective tissue beneath the skin which causes the changes in appearance of the skin. Cellulite is much more common in women than men because of differences in the way fat, muscle and connective tissue are distributed under the skin.
Cellulite especially affects women above 35 years and progressively worsens and gives physical and psychological problems. Genders, genes, age, and the amount of fat on the body are all associated with the amount of cellulite you have or how visible it is. Cellulite is mostly found on the buttocks, stomach and thighs.
Causes of cellulite are hormonal changes, overproduction of estrogen, sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise and physical activities, excess consumption of saturated fats and sugary items. The best way to reduce the amount of cellulite is to decrease excess body fat, eat fewer calories and exercise more.
Changing Your Diet
A combination of proper eating habits, aerobic exercises and strength training are the best things you can do to fight against cellulite. Opposite from that, if you live a sedentary lifestyle and you continue eating fatty foods, the cellulite will get bigger and bigger.
A well balanced diet can help women reduce cellulite. Improper diet and lack of physical activity can lead to accumulation of fluid, toxins and waste products in the body that make cellulite formations.
-A balanced diet contains the right proportions of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
-The diet should contain a high amount of fiber, lean proteins and complex carbohydrates.
-Intake of trans and saturated fats must be minimal.
-The food must be rich in omega fatty acids and essential fatty acids.
-Avoid junk foods and fast foods, which contain bad cholesterol.
-Add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet.
-Drink plenty of water every day. Avoid the use of caffeinated drinks.
Junk foods, most canned foods, fast foods, food with preservatives, oily foods, sugary foods, and refined foods all provide extra calories, slow down metabolism and increase the chances of getting cellulite.
Fresh fruits and vegetables contain a great amount of fiber and essential minerals that help detoxify the body.
Restrict the use of alcohol and sweetened carbonated water because there is nothing nutritious about them. Alcohol and smoking affect metabolism by slowing it down which can result in worsening of the cellulite.
Exercising
Besides a healthy diet, the most effective and long lasting way of fighting cellulite is by performing cardiovascular exercises like jogging, cycling, running, and performing weight training exercises.
As you exercise, you sweat, which flushes out toxins from your body and reduces cellulite appearance. There are many great exercises and types of equipment that can burn calories and fat beneath the skin. There is an excellent selection of exercises which can target cellulite problem areas.
Another treatment that can help cellulite reduction is massage therapy on particular areas where the cellulite is present. Massages can improve the blood circulation and help reduce unwanted fat and cellulite.
Medical Treatment
One well known medical treatment that will reduce cellulite quick and easy is liposuction. Liposuction is a medical technique that extracts the fats by vacuuming it from just under the skin. Liposuction can be an expensive procedure and is performed only by medical experts.
Liposuction is very popular cellulite treatment because of its long lasting and dramatic results. There are many other medical treatments and techniques which can help reduce cellulite.
If you need to have a medical treatment in order to reduce cellulite, make sure that you get informed prior to the procedure how it works, how it can effect your health, and how it will effect your budget.
Healthy Recipes To Fight Cellulite
Breakfast: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Number Of Servings: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup whole grain oats
1 medium size apple (peeled and chopped in bite size pieces)
1 cup water
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon honey
Preparations:
Bring water to boil. Add apple pieces and cook 3 minutes. Add whole grain oats, honey and cinnamon. Stir and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories: 180
Total Fat: 3.0 grams
Total Carbs: 34 grams
Total Protein: 5 grams
Lunch: Mediterranean Beef And Chicken Casserole
Number Of Servings: 6
Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound ground beef
2 chicken breasts chopped in small bite pieces
1 onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups brown rice
4 cups chicken broth
Preparations:
Heat oil in a skillet. Add ground beef, pieces of chicken breast and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Add rice and chicken broth. Transfer contents to a casserole dish. Preheat oven to 375F and bake uncovered until rice is cooked (about 30-45 minutes). Check liquid periodically; add water if the casserole is drying out.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories: 650
Total Fat: 30 grams
Total Carbs: 50 grams
Total Protein: 32 grams
Dinner: Healthy, Savory Cheese Pie
Number Of Servings: 10
Ingredients:
1 pound phyllo dough
2 pounds cottage cheese
6 eggs
2 cups milk
1/3 cup olive oil
Preparations:
In a big bowl, mix eggs, milk and olive oil. Add cottage cheese and stir. In a baking dish overlap 2 sheets of phyllo, spoon over mix generously. Repeat several times. Top layer finish with light layer of mix. Bake in oven on 350 degrees Farenheit for 45-60 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories: 370
Total Fat: 27 grams
Total Carbs: 25 grams
Total Protein: 16 grams
Phytoestrogens
By far the most exciting dietary research and information involves the use of phytoestrogens, albeit at slight indirect references. Almost all the research I will quote determines how effective phytoestrogens are at controlling estrogen levels.
Estrogen as we now know is responsible for a complete cycle of events as it plays the most dominant role in cellulite development. I say this as estrogen stimulates fibroblasts to act on collagenase which breaks down collagen, allowing fat cells to float up to the skin surface and as fat cells break free of collagen strands they enlarge and stimulate new fat cells to be made.
When new fat cells are made more estrogen is produced so it can mature these new fat cells from preadipocytes to adipocytes 3 , and with more estrogen made, more fibroblasts are stimulated and - the whole process starts again.
Thus it stands to reason, if you can control estrogen levels, then you can control cellulite production. To further support this hypothesis, it has been noted that Asian populations who consume the most phytoestrogens 12 , have the least amount of cellulite in their population 13 .
As a result of this and their high consumptions of phytoestrogens (50 - 300 milligrams) they have become the focus of many studies to determine the impact of phytoestrogens on health. Asians consuming 100 grams of soybean a day were getting isoflavone protection in the form of daidzein and genistein.
Compared to westerners, scientists found that Asians had a lower rate of breast, uterine and endometrial cancer, a lower rate of prostatic and colon cancer; as well as a lower rate of cardiovascular disease12. The author goes on to state that 'when Asians switched to western-style diets - high in fat and protein and low in fiber and soy - their risk for hormonally related diseases increased.12
The Chemical Structure Of Estrogen And Isoflavones
It is interesting to note that the chemical structure of estrogen and isoflavones, one of two types of phytoestrogens, are so similar that physiological actions occur when they are absorbed by the body 3 . Phytoestrogens are more common than you realize, as they are members of a class of bioflavonoids, a more familiar term in today's vernacular; under bioflavonoids they are known under two distinct groups - isoflavones and lignans.
Phytoestrogens are so important to our health and regular diet because of their similar chemical structure to estrogens, which have so many biological actions and biological functions in the body 3 .
To further support the benefit of consuming phytoestrogens, soy beans have been shown to be effective in reducing rapid cell growth 14 and reducing acne 15 in research studies.
This research is mainly based on soy products which specifically contains isoflavones - genistein and daidzein - and Peter Pugilese actually states in his book 'Physiology of the Skin II' that, 'cellulite should respond to isoflavones since they block the effect of estrogens on the connective tissue surrounding the fatty tissue... By blocking this action, isoflavones will reduce, or prevent the tendency of the fatty tissue to be herniated into the dermis. 3
Reducing Estrogen Levels
If you remember correctly, estrogen is by far the most damaging component of cellulite production, for two reasons:
It starts the initial phase of cellulite production by activating the fibroblasts. If there was no estrogen or much less, then most fibroblasts would float by harmlessly and all the cascade of events afterwards that they promote would be none existent.
Estrogen naturally acts on preadipocytes so that they mature into adipocytes, it is these preadipocytes that are created in the cellulite cycle when fat cells reach their full size, after the collagen fibers are broken. Estrogen acts again here on this latter stage of cellulite production and as more fat cells are created - so is more estrogen.
So clearly, reducing estrogen levels will by far have the most dramatic effect on reducing and potentially reversing cellulite production. At this point in time, there is almost no research on confirming this, as phytoestrogen and cellulite research has been conducted separately, but Pugliese is at the top of the list with a very new study just out 16 .
I also see that the brand new research admits that estrogen is the culprit also 17 . It's a shame more researchers aren't better nutritionists, because if you know which foods contain plenty of estrogen, then you could radically control estrogen levels by reducing or even eliminating dairy!
Strength training elicits more testosterone production, so performing more weight type workouts, instead of cardio, could also be another way for women and in rarer cases men, to reverse the estrogen levels and thus the cellulite reaction in their bodies.
Dairy And Estrogen
I was motivated to write about the current information on cellulite once I heard how much estrogen was evident in our diet via dairy products, I knew that recent data had suggested that estrogen was the main culprit in cellulite production and I wanted to investigate the literature and provide you with some answers.
This is exceptionally important as estrogen is the main catalyst in the series of skin adaptations that allow cellulite to form. New research tells us that the effects of estrogen are heritable as people's parents estrogen intake via milk based products has left cellular adaptations described as genetic imprints 19 .
This research has pointed out that these imprints may leave the individual more sensitive to estrogen intake in the future 19 - perhaps this is the case with cellulite too?
We know that some women have better control over cellulite than others, it is very ironic that populations with much lower cellulite problems also have far lower dairy intake! This is a personal conclusion from someone studying the research for the last two years and piecing the bits together.
Conclusion
In closing, I would take a stab at guessing that new research coming out will show that either Asian/Mongolian populations or women with none or little cellulite either consume very little dairy and have high phytoestrogen intake or they have modified fibroblasts that are desensitized to the effects of estrogen (perhaps from a high intake of Phytoestrogens?) we shall just have to wait and see.
SORRY IT'S SOO LONG! BUT IT'S VERY INFORMATIVE!
Bibliography:
Rawlings, AV. Cellulite and it's treatment. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2006 Jun;28(3):175-90
Tulin, GA. Treatment of cellulite with LPG endermologie. Int J Dermatol. 2009 Mar;48(3):265-70.
Pugliese, PT. Physiology of the skin II. Allured Publishing Corp. 2001
Hexsel, D et al. Botanical extracts used in the treatment of cellulite. Dermatol Surg. 2005 Jul;31(7 Pt 2):866-72; discussion 872.
Smalls, LK et al. Effect of weight loss on cellulite: gynoid lypodystrophy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2006 Aug;118(2):510-6
Del Pino, E et al. Effect of controlled volumetric tissue heating with radiofrequency on cellulite and the subcutaneous tissue of the buttocks and thighs. J Drugs Dermatol. 2006 Sep;5(8):714-22
Smalls, LK et al. Quantitative model of cellulite: three-dimensional skin surface topography, biophysical characterization and relationship to human perception. J Cosmet Sci. 2005 Mar-Apr;56(2):105-20
Caruso, MK et al. An evaluation of mesotherapy solutions for inducing lipolysis and treating cellulite. J Plasti, Reconstruc & Aesthetic Surg. 2008 Nov;61(11):1321-1324
Tortora, GJ. Hardcover 2006. 11th Edition. John Wiley & Sons
Visscher, MO et al. Quantitative model of cellulite: three-dimensional skin surface topography, biophysical characterization and relationship to human perception. J Cosmet Sci. 2005 Mar-Apr;56(2):105-20
Website http://www.ambafrance-do.org/weight-loss/53243.php
Salvo, RM. Controlling the appearance of cellulite. Cosmetics & Toiletries. 1995 July; 110: 50-59
EHP 104 (5) Focus, available from ehpnet1.niehs.nih.gov/docs/1996/104-5/focus.htmli and from http://www.mayoclinic.com
Anecdotal evidence taken from a conversation between Dr. Peter Pugliese and Dr. Bob Bibb. 2008
Baldwin, MA et al. Endoglin, a TGF-beta binding protein of endothelial cells, is the gene for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia type 1. Nature Genetics 8:345-51 (1994)
Martini, MC et al. Effects of soy intake on sex hormone metabolism in pre-menopausal women. Nutr Cancer 43:133-139 (1999)
Pugliese, PT. The pathogenesis of cellulite: a new concept. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2007 Jun;6(2):140-2
Alberto, G et al. Cellulite: A New Treatment Approach Combining Subdermal Nd: YAG Laser Lipolysis and Autologous Fat Transplantation. Aesthetic Surg Journ. 2008 Nov-Dec;28(6):656-662
Ganmaa Davaasambuu, 'The milk we drink today may not be nature's perfect food.' http://www.news.harvard.edu/gazette/2006/12.07/11-dairy.html
Bibb, RD. Deadly Dairy Deception. Self publication. 2008
Bodybuilding.com
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/science-unlocks-cellulite-2.htm
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please don't forget to cite your sources - unless you wrote this whole thing?0
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What are other sources of Phytoestrogens besides soybeans (or soy based products)? Also, why is diary so enriched for estrogens?0
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I appreciate all the time and effort/research you took into writing this blog. Thank you!0
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Very good article!!! But I'm confused because many people have told me not to eat soy or soy products, because they suposse to not help with weight loss, but here you say you must increase their consumption!...confused:grumble:0
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