A woman’s body undergoes a lot of changes during pregnancy. One of the unfortunate change is the formation of cellulite. Although cellulite is harmless but it may affect the self-confidence of the mother to be. While age, weight and genes are all factors, there are various steps that can be followed to control the deposition of cellulite during your pregnancy. Since during pregnancy you cannot go on extreme diets, or follow a rigorous exercise regime, so a healthy diet combined with pregnancy safe exercises and a few lifestyle changes can help fight cellulite and keep you and your baby healthy. Read on to know what is cellulite , causes of cellulite and ways to prevent it.
Cellulite is formed when fat accumulates in pockets under the skin. During pregnancy, when the mother puts on weight, the fat cells under the skin get bigger. The collagen fibers that connect the skin to fat will either stretch or may break down, permitting the fat cells to bulge out and become visible. This gives the skin a dimpled look, which is sometimes described as an orange peel, impact or the classic cottage cheese appearance.
Cellulite mostly appears on the hips, thighs and buttocks, but it can also show up on the knees, tummy and under your upper arms. Pregnancy may make cellulite look worse as the weight that is gained during pregnancy can make cellulite more prominent.
There are many factors that contribute to the formation of cellulite during pregnancy. Some factors are beyond our control and you can do nothing about it. But there are a few measures that you can take to prevent the formation of cellulite during pregnancy. Some of them are:
The good news is in most cases, cellulite will eventually disappear after delivery. But remember to keep away from any treatments be it laser, heat or oral and also any kind of creams, lotions or oils meant for cellulite reduction during pregnancy as these are not safe for you and your baby.
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