How to effectively get rid of cellulite and local fat deposits - doctor's advice

Physical attractiveness of a woman – the first thing men notice. According to statistics, the top five most attractive body parts for members of the opposite sex – these are the face, legs, chest, hair and thighs. It is not surprising that the presence of cellulite or local fat deposits in problem areas causes psychological discomfort in the fair sex and a desire to get rid of the problem as soon as possible. This hot topic was dedicated to the live broadcast estet-portal.com on Instagram. Together with doctor-cosmetologist Maria Shirshakova, we have prepared tips for you on how to effectively get rid of cellulite and local fat deposits.

• What is the difference between obesity and localized fat deposits
• Why can't get rid of cellulite and fat in problem areas
• What cosmetic procedures are effective in the fight against cellulite, stretch marks and local fat deposits
• When professional treatments fail
• What is effective for cellulite at at home

What is the difference between obesity and localized fat deposits

In order for the fight against excess fat to be effective, it is important to determine the cause of its appearance. It can be a disease when it comes to primary or secondary obesity. Overweight patients should first of all contact an endocrinologist and a nutritionist.

 

 

Maria Shirshakova – cosmetologist, Ph.D., author of "A New Face in an Hour"

The causes of obesity can be various hormonal dysfunctions, and therefore the following types of secondary obesity:

• adrenal (when the adrenal glands do not function properly);
• pituitary (in case of dysfunction of the pituitary gland);
• hypothyroid (due to decreased activity of the thyroid gland);
• hypoovarian (with ovarian dysfunction);
• menopausal (caused by hormonal changes during menopause).

The doctor should definitely pay attention to the hormonal status of an overweight patient.

Local fat deposits, i.e. accumulations of fat in problem areas, such as the sides, armpits, abdomen, back, etc., often do not give up even under the pressure of proper nutrition and intense physical training. But at the same time, the body mass index remains within the normal range – the patient is "thin".

It is important to understand that all cosmetic body shaping procedures are intended for this category of "thin" women. patients.

Why can't get rid of cellulite and fat in problem areas

It happens that a person follows the general recommendations for proper nutrition, regularly goes in for sports, but such a strategy does not effectively solve the problem of fat deposits and cellulite in problem areas.

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This is why Dr. Shirshakova recommends that her patients undergo genetic testing. The results obtained will allow the doctor to understand what problems with adipose, muscle, connective tissue the patient's body is prone to. Knowing about the predisposition, you can always take control of the situation and make appropriate adjustments to your lifestyle.

This will allow you to correctly match:

• nutrition (the test allows you to determine, for example, lactose intolerance);
• physical activity (for some patients, morning workouts are more effective, while others see results after morning workouts);
• supportive treatments (test results may indicate problems with collagen synthesis leading to cellulite and stretch marks).
What cosmetic procedures are effective in the fight against cellulite and local fat deposits 

It is important to understand that there is hypertrophic obesity, which is accompanied by an increase in the size of the fat cell, as well as hyperplastic obesity, associated with an increase in the number of adipocytes. The foundations of hyperplastic obesity

are laid during puberty

(10-14 years), and therefore at this age it is important to minimize the amount of junk and sweet food, not to overfeed children, so as not to provoke problems with excess fat in the future. Follow us on

Instagram! Local fat deposits (traps) change the silhouette of a person, but are not accompanied by excess weight.

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You can get rid of fat locally with:

surgical liposuction;

• laser liposuction;
• cryolipolysis (exposure to cold);
• RF-lipolysis (radio frequency exposure);
• injectable lipolytics (substances that break down fat).
• When professional treatments fail
Adipose tissue is made up not only of fat cells, but also elements of connective tissue.

Fat in different problem areas is also different:

in the abdominal area, fat cells increase in size, but not in number;

adipocytes in the chin area are also large;

• There is an increase in the number of small fat cells in the areas of the buttocks and thighs.
Large and small adipocytes react differently to lipolytics. In addition, hypertrophic (swollen) fat cells accumulate hyaluronic acid, which may be the reason for the ineffectiveness of lipolytics in certain areas. Therefore, it is so important to contact
• a qualified cosmetologist
who is well versed in this matter.

 

enzyme of matrix metalloproteinase

. These women are prone to developing cellulite and stretch marks at a young age. If a genetic test reveals a problem with this enzyme, cellulitis should be treated not with injectable lipolytics, but with drugs that normalize connective tissue.

In order to avoid wasting money on expensive procedures and diets that may not work, it is important to get genetic testing done first. The most optimal use of lipolytic agents, mesotherapy, devices and body wraps in the first phase of the cycle – from 1 to 12 & ndash; 14 days after the start of menstruation. And

in the second phase

, when water is retained in the body, drainage procedures, veno- and lymphotonics, as well as biologically active

additives (for example, ginkgo biloba, green tea) will give a good effect. What is effective for cellulite at home  If we talk about topical anti-cellulite products (creams, serums),

effective

the ingredients in their composition are

: caffeine – at least 2–3%;

red pepper extract;

• algae extracts;
• Ginkgo biloba.
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Proper nutrition – very important. The diet should include collagen-rich meals:

jelly;

aspic;

• strong broths.
Several times a week you can do home treatments:

massage with a brush;

sea salt baths (15–20 minutes each);

• scrubs (salt + coffee) followed by anti-cellulite cream application.
Besides this, you should
• choose the right clothes
– it is better to abandon tight jeans in favor of more comfortable models, wear compression stockings or tights during flights.

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Remember, in order to effectively get rid of local fat deposits and cellulite, it is important to use an individual approach: based on analyzes and tests, determine which diet is right for you, which physical activity and cosmetic procedures will be safer and more effective. Do not self-medicate! Remember that beauty – this is health, which is largely determined by lifestyle and requires constant attention and control. More interesting videos on our

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