Cellulite is a condition that occurs both in men and women, although is common for post-pubescent females to display some degree of cellulite. Cellulite is where the skin of the abdomen, plevic region and lower limbs become dimpled after puberty. The term originated in the 1920s, and started appearing in English language publications in the late 1960s. A lot of people presume that cellulite is caused by being overweight, this is not true as average and underweight people also can get cellulite.

The medical profession takes the full advantage of the public's cellulite development. Dimpling effects of cellulite under the skin caused by the swelling of sub dermal fat cells pushing around the connective tissues hold the cells together, causing cellulite to occur. A hugely increasing multi-million pound industry of creams, lotions, and invasive surgery and injects still fail in trying to rid people of cellulite. At its best, you can hope lies is that the reducing of fat cells that causes the problem.

The best, and certainly most effective, remedies for cellulite can be done at home by controlling your diet. For the beginners, one must reinvent their diet to include healthier food choices. Whole grain goods containing, rye, millet, oats and barley all contribute in the battle against the build up of cellulite. The main secret lies with in high fiber, and low fat foods. This can be found in fresh fruit, vegetables, and whole grains. Also, making sure to get a daily compliment of vitamins D and E will also help to strengthen the skin against the worst of the dimple effect.

Another way in which you can control, and help to reduce the dimple effect, is by light exercise. Continuous programs help to reduce the build up of cellulite, while you will not be required to "pump iron" and become a muscular body builder, a full range of motion exercises such as speed walking, aerobics, running, and swimming help to reduce and smooth out the dimples as well as reduce the build up of sub dermal fat cells under the skin.

The consumption of alcohol, which people tend not to realise is contributing to the build up of cellulite. By decreasing, or even eliminating the consumption of alcohol, this will also aid the cellulite reduction, as alcohol slows down the digestive process and makes the body store more food as fat for processing at a later time.

The last life change, which can also adds to good results of decreasing cellulite dimples is giving up cigarettes, and seeking a less stressful lifestyle, as it has shown itself to aid in reducing the problem that underlies the development of cellulite.