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SATURATED FATS
Saturated fats are found in animal products such as meat, poultry, milk, cheese, but-
ter, and lard, as well as in tropical oils (such as palm, palm kernel, and coconut oil)
and foods made from these oils. These fats are high in cholesterol and linked to heart
disease, high cholesterol, obesity, and cancers of the breast, colon, and prostate.
Most people get 38 percent or more of the day’s calories from fat while health
authorities suggest no more than 20–35 percent of which less than 10 percent comes
from saturated fat. To cut your intake of saturated fat, trim fat and skin from meat,
choose lean poultry over red meat, and low-fat cheese and dairy (cottage cheese, feta,
and hard cheeses have less fat). Butter is fi ne in moderation (see sidebar)

Cellulite is an unsightly confidence squashing condition that affects the skins appearance of both men and women. It’s “cottage cheese” like appearance caused by what can be described best as “uneven wrinkles of fat” is more prevalent in older women aged 25 years and onwards. These days it is not uncommon for women of any age to be slightly overweight however, cellulite is not fussy and can affect even the most “image concious” or the most active of people. You’re not alone, “cellulite removal” and “remove cellulite” are very popular searches on today’s search engines. Most people assume that cellulite is simply the lumpy tissue that is obvious on the skin’s surface however, it is really a small collection of fat that has formed beneath the skin. As the collection of fats push against the skins connective tissue, it tends to cause the surface of the skin to dimple or pucker and visually look lumpy. It’s for this reason that many women are seeking affordable cellulite removal treatments.

With age comes wrinkles. Like wrinkles cellulite is a result of lower levels of proteins in the skin’s connective tissue. You may have heard of elastic or collagen - the decrease in these vital proteins can cause both fine lines and wrinkles as the skins ability to regenerate and “bounce” back against the build up of fats diminishes. And with age comes hormonal changes and the increased likelihood of hormone imbalance - a major contributing factor in the development of cellulite.

The presence of cellulite is not always prominent unless one tries to pinch the upper skin of one’s thigh; should it feel lumpy then you most certainly have cellulite. If your confidence has been affected by the appearance of cellulite please remember that cellulite can be controlled with the CORRECT cellulite removal treatment…

How to Get Rid of Cellulite (and why it chose you)

If you are affected personally by cellulite it is important to remember that there are several causes of cellulite, none of which are necessarily your fault. Age, gender, genetics, diet, metabolism, weight are all contributing factors however, none of them can stand alone as being the main contributor. How difficult it will be to remove cellulite from your body depends on the combination of the above elements.

You may have been thinking that there is one specific cause for cellulite appearance however, no one knows for sure if one factor is more responsible for the build up of cellulite than others. Guaranteed cellulite removal will require the use of several methods as removing cellulite is far from an exact science. The “one time cure all” miracle potion, treatment or medicine has not yet been devised that will magically guarantee the cellulite removal in just one easy step. Some specialty clinics that specialize in cellulite removal apply deep massaging techniques to puff up the skin and temporarily reduce the cellulite’s appearance. Liposuction is often used as a treatment for cellulite however it is largely ineffective. Liposuction is the removal of excess fat from the body by literally sucking it out from under the skin. The healing process is both long and painful and also leaves significant bruising. Lipsocuction is a treatment best kept for those who wish to remove amounts of body fat rather than cure cellulite. Mesotherapy is another alternative cellulite treatment requiring the insertion of a mixture of amino acids, vitamins and other medicines into the cellulite affected areas of the body through the use of a hypdermic injection. Both methods are expensive.

The aforementioned treatments are not long lasting and alternative therapies are recommended for those who are looking for longer term, more affordable results.

One of the more effective solutions for removing cellulite comes from combining a mixture of seldom known affordable and alternative treatments together in order to combat the condition.

Influenza, also known as the flu, as defined by the Center for Disease Control (CDC)-”is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses”. However the seriousness of this disease is much to be reckoned with. Its strength is deadly if not treated properly. On average 36,000 people die every year from the influenza. Knowing the symptoms is a key step in treating the illness and makes a difference between life and death for 5-20% of the American population. And less we forget that the flu does not stop within the American borders. Different viral strands can be found worldwide. The disease is highly contagious.

Symptoms include:

* fever (usually high) * headache * extreme tiredness * dry cough * sore throat * runny or stuffy nose * muscle aches * stomach symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, also can occur but are more common in children than adults

Need to know treatment for the flu:

1. For achiness, fever, or headache take some aspirin or acetaminophen.

2. Drink 8 ounces of fluids every 2 hours to prevent dehydration from fever. Dilute apple juice or flat ginger ale with water. Avoid citrus juices if you feel nauseated: milk if you are vomiting or have diarrhea.

3. Don’t starve a fever. Eat small, bland meals-cottage cheese, yogurt, applesauce, bananas, dry toast, baked or boiled potatoes. Don’t worry if you’re not hungry for 3 or 4 days, but when your appetite returns, eat a high-protein, high calorie diet rich in vitamins B and C.

4. If you have a sore throat, drink hot liquids, gargle with salt water, and chew cloves.

5. For a runny nose, sip hot tea with a bit of honey and take a decongestant if you wish.

6. For a dry cough, use a humidifier and suck on cough drops or hard candy.

7. Stay in bed-or at the very least reduce physical activity-as long as you can (at least until your temperature returns to normal); resuming your regular activities too soon will encourage a relapse. Rest greatly increases your body’s ability to fight off the infection.

8. Don’t drive; flu symptoms impairs reaction time almost six times as much as moderate alcohol intake.

9. If you’re over 65; if you have a chronic disease; if you feel especially ill or the fever lasts more than 4 days; or if your fever is accompanied by a stiff neck, severe headaches, irritability, and confusion. See a doctor.

10. Flu shots or nasal-spray vaccines also help. flu shots contain a non-living flu virus. The nasal-sprays are made of a weakened, live virus.

Nobody wants cellulite to build up in their body. It makes the skin look ugly and a whole lot less sexy. Luckily though, most people don’t have to tolerate celulite for long, as there are plenty of natural ways to get rid of cellulite effectively.

Read some of the following tips to find out how to remove cellulite.
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Cellulite is a natural fat that is uniquely more noticeable than other forms of fat in the body. It is strictly a cosmetic issue as opposed to a medical issue.

Cellulite (located in the top layer of the skin), consists of unattractive lumps of fat that often give a cottage cheese-like appearance to the skin. (Side Note: The top layer of skin is called the subcutaneous layer and is the top of three layers of skin.) Continue Reading…

Cellulite is an unsightly confidence squashing condition that affects the skins appearance of both men and women. It’s “cottage cheese” like appearance caused by what can be described best as “uneven wrinkles of fat” is more prevalent in older women aged 25 years and onwards. These days it is not uncommon for women of any age to be slightly overweight however, cellulite is not fussy and can affect even the most “image concious” or the most active of people. You’re not alone, “cellulite removal” and “remove cellulite” are very popular searches on today’s search engines. Most people assume that cellulite is simply the lumpy tissue that is obvious on the skin’s surface however, it is really a small collection of fat that has formed beneath the skin. As the collection of fats push against the skins connective tissue, it tends to cause the surface of the skin to dimple or pucker and visually look lumpy. It’s for this reason that many women are seeking affordable cellulite removal treatments. Continue Reading…