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Cellulite Home Remedy

Signs and Symptoms of Cellulite

Cellulite is a skin problem that can affect anyone, including men, women and children. However, women are often affected the most, with 95% of all women suffering from this condition to some extent. It is visually characterized by bulging, pitted, wrinkled, and dimpled skin on the abdomen, buttocks, hips, and thighs which occur due to fatty deposits that are concentrated in these areas. Symptoms of cellulite include a feeling of sagging, tenderness, or tightness in the affected areas, particularly while standing. The image on the right shows a woman suffering from cellulite. The right side of the image shows the same woman after the effects of cellulite have been reduced.

Causes of Cellulite

The female hormones Progesterone and Estrogen are the main causes of Cellulite. The Estrogen hormone promotes the formation and expansion of fat cells around the buttocks, thighs and breasts while Progesterone leads to the development of weak veins, fluid retention, and weight gain. Other contributing factors include smoking, stress, pregnancy, rough and harsh massages, obesity, lack of exercise, and genetics.

Home Remedies for the Treatment of Cellulite

Cellulite Home Remedy Using Apple Cider Vinegar

The nutritional components of Apple Cider Vinegar have been known to help reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Oral Remedy

Mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar into an 8 ounce glass of water.
Optionally add a small amount of honey as a sweetener.
Drink this once each morning.

Topical Remedy

Mix 3 parts apple cider vinegar with one part of your favorite massage oil.
Gently knead this solution onto affected skin areas twice daily.
This massage treatment will help to reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Exercise to Reduce Cellulite

Since cellulite is fat, excess weight can contribute to it. Therefore, physical exercises like walking or jogging, swimming, jumping on a mini-trampoline, skipping with a rope, and even yoga are all effective ways to control stress and reduce the appearance of cellulite. Other beneficial activities include weight lifting, martial arts, and dancing. Make a habit of exercising for at least 20 minutes per day, 5 days a week. This returns your body chemistry to a balanced state in which cellulite is less likely to develop.

Eat a Low-fat Balanced Diet to Treat Cellulite

A low fat balanced diet plays an important role in getting rid of cellulite. Eat plenty of fiber and wholegrain foods (such as bran and oat cereals) since they help to remove waste and toxins from the intestinal tract. Fruits and vegetables such as asparagus, avocados, bananas, broccoli, and pears are all excellent foods that prevent the development of cellulite. Therefore try to eat at least 5 servings of such foods daily.

Other beneficial things to add to your diet include fish oil, gingko biloba, and soy lecithin. These are very effective supplements that provide positive effects such as improving blood circulation, enhancing metabolism, and protecting against cell damage.

Stay away from alcohol, sugar, smoking, and caffeine since these products constrict your blood vessels and may actually worsen the appearance of cellulite. Also, try to reduce your salt intake, since salt is known to contribute to water retention which promotes cellulite.

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More Home Remedies and Treatments for Cellulite

Reader Comments

Posted by jayjay on Jan 27 2012 16:05:07

I first heard ACV on DR.OZ tv show..So today im goin out to buy me some of ACV

Posted by Natural_girl on Jan 25 2012 05:52:57

I started drinking organic, unfiltered ACV with a small amount of Paul Newman's natural lemonaide and limeaide (approx 2 ounces). I prefer to do it with a small amount of lemonaide becasue I can swallow it in several gulps. Cleared up my nose blockage yesturday in less than 10 minutes! Doing it again this morning because the blockage is back.

Posted by kathy on Jan 11 2012 20:03:45

I have just started this week using acv....i have alot of neck and shoulder pain...due to bulging disc in my neck...and the type of work i do...doesn't help the problem..being on the phone constantly...believe it or not..just after 3 days of taking acv...the mobility in my neck is amazing..and the normal pain i experienced every day of my life is no longer there ...I'm Impressed for sure...don't need to loose much weight..but 10 lbs would be nice...wish me luck!!

Posted by Jackie on Jan 11 2012 14:41:24

Can I mix it with my protein shake?

Posted by JacquelineI Robles on Jan 11 2012 09:27:26

I'm on my second day, so let's see how it goes. Not bad tasting at all. Just wondering how long does it take to see some results for cellulite and if it is okay to prepare like half a gallon and keep it in the fridge?

Posted by KELLY on Jan 09 2012 10:34:22

Hey mypone..i bought the safari one..

Posted by Mypone on Jan 09 2012 07:49:53

Hi Kelly im also in SA bought the acv today, the checkers brand which one did you buy.Please keep me posted on your journey. Goodluck

Posted by Kelly on Jan 08 2012 14:39:17

Reading your ladies messages i bought ACV..i stay in south africa and found a make stating 100% ACV..i drink two tbs in a glass of cold water,it's my first day and i hope to see results..

Posted by Paiggee on Dec 30 2011 16:44:05

Im 14 and skinny but I have cellulite on my bum and legs. I tried drinking vinegar but it made me gag and I ended up throwing up. Does rubbing it on the back of your legs with moisturizer work?

Posted by Anonymous on Dec 04 2011 14:42:26

i have been taking acv for about 6weeks and i have lost 5kgs and i feel a lot lighter, my friends have been commenting too, it does work.

Posted by ammar on Nov 05 2011 11:17:30

Obese people will generally not feel hungrier after moderate exercise than without; in fact, most of them will feel less hungry after light or moderate exercise like walking, biking or swimming.

Posted by Anonymous on Nov 03 2011 19:46:41

Monica, I don't see why mixing Apple Cider Vinegar with CL would cause any harm. ACV can be mixed in any juice and is as effective.. I'd say go ahead and try it. Good luck!

Posted by Monica Callis on Nov 03 2011 11:42:05

If I mix Crystal Light in my water with the 2 tablespoons of ACV will I get the same results?

Posted by Rita on Nov 03 2011 02:03:11

@ Lily, Heinz ACV is not organic, therefore it doesn't help. Please buy Organic ACV with mother from any health food store. I've found that Bragg's Organic Apple Cider vinegar is the best. I hope it helps! Good luck!

Posted by Lily on Nov 03 2011 01:39:27

Does Heinz avc works as well? Thank you!

Posted by howtohaveahappylife on Oct 27 2011 18:10:23

I have been taking acv for 3 days, lost 4 pounds so far. using it also as a leg wrap for a heel spur. so far it seems to be helping reduce the pain in my foot.

Posted by sharon on Oct 26 2011 09:14:55

I have been using ACV for 5 months and i have went from 384 to 299 belive me it works..you must use the Mothers Raw organic Apple Cider Vinegar, you can get it from Whole Foods

Posted by brenda on Oct 21 2011 17:49:29

I suggest useng an apple cider with the Mother. thats the brown stuff that floats in the bottom..not the stuff from grocery store. Look up the website for Braggs Apple Cider. They have all the uses for ACV. You can buy it at The Vitamin Shoppe. Also traders joes has a brand with the Mother.

Posted by malini on Oct 21 2011 13:55:28

pls help me by giving some good suggestion to reduce my tighs an weight

Posted by lisa on Oct 13 2011 01:11:38

@Abby, Apple Cider Vinegar mentioned here is simply an organic vinegar. It would not aid pregnancy. Go ahead and take it but make sure you dilute it in water.

Posted by belles on Oct 12 2011 11:04:52

i have read all of the comments in here. and i am very glad to know if acv is really effective. as im gonna try it today. please reply if something had changed since all comments written months ago. thanks and goodluck to me.

Posted by Abby on Oct 09 2011 18:20:47

I want to try apple cider vinegar for cellulite but does it aid in pregnancy? I don't want that at all. However, I am taking birth control pills too.

Posted by Janice May on Oct 07 2011 13:10:10

My husband and I recently started drinking AVC. We have more energy and have noticed that our skin appears healthier. We have been using Heinze w/ 5% acidity. After reading the coments about mothers, I'm wondering if our vinigar works? Does it?

Posted by Queen on Oct 07 2011 05:10:44

Hi ladies, i am 24 years old and have been trying for the baby for two years now. I heard that ACV helps with this, how true is it?

Posted by Zandile casey ncube on Oct 01 2011 07:07:04

I'm a 30yr old mother of one,i heard abt acv from ladies that it helps with weight loss.i don't wanna loose weight i just have too much meat around my waist and it doesn't look nice,will acv help?

Posted by ddb on Sep 12 2011 18:53:50

i'm trying the acv diet , so far just 2 days i mixed 2 tbl spoon ao acv 2 tbl spoon of pink lemonaade with cold water , not bad at all.

Posted by Michykerlz on Aug 05 2011 02:15:24

This is Awesome. i was runnin through all the tips and thruu out it all Vinegar seem the top solution, Well imma try it. I need Weight Loss And Nicer Legs. im 5'0 And i weigh like 140/ my range is like 115... 30pounds here i come

Posted by jessica Ghann on Jul 15 2011 07:29:40

pls i hav been taking ACV for 3wks now and havnt seen any changes. Is there smthn wrong? I use magic time ACV. Is that k? And how long am I supposed to wait.?

Posted by JJ on Jun 15 2011 08:23:23

I've just started taking ACV and it's giving my wind!!! Should I stop taking it?

Posted by Tasha on May 24 2011 14:22:47

I MEANT TO SAY THAT'S WHY PEOPLE CAN LOSE WEIGHT ON ACV BECAUSE IT SPEEDS UP YOU METOBOLISM CAUSING YOU TO BURN CALORIES FAST

Posted by Tash on May 24 2011 14:15:46

ACV SPEEDS UP YOUR METABOLISM WBICH IS WHY YOU CAN LOSE WEIGHT

Posted by Fotini on May 18 2011 04:28:10

do you real loose wait ?

Posted by Sharon on Feb 23 2011 14:37:08

I like to use my ACV to make "hot apple cider" (1T ACV, 1C hot-ish water, healthy dose of cinnamon, and 8 drops of cinnamon stevia). I usually heat the water to between 150F and 160F. Is this temp too hot??? I don't want to harm the positive effects of the mother... Please advise, thanks

Posted by Alex on Feb 17 2011 09:32:25

I have been drinking ACV and honey mix for years. 100ml of the mix in 1000ml of water. ACV is the only vinegar that turns alkaline. This will stop urinary tract infection. It should also help a female becoming pregnant by raising the ph in the female system. Attempt to drink the ACV / honey / water as a replacement for coffee / tea etc. I drink about 200 ml followed by a mouth full of water. This helps reduve the reaction of the acid on the teeth. For those who have a problem or resistance with ACV. It is unfortunate. You will deny your body one of the most powerful natural detoxing agents. The ACV will be expelled through your perspiration and hence the lymph nodes are actively working. I hold the view ACV will prevent Cancer and Dementia ! Nothing to loose.

Posted by Cindy on Jan 13 2011 00:11:03

I take ACV with mother three times a day. I put it in a spoon(tbs) and take a drink of dcaf tea,sweetened with splenda along with it. It really does work to help you lose weight. It is also good for a lot of different things,like killing bad bacteria in the intestine,acid indigestion,and acid reflux.

Posted by andre on Jan 05 2011 12:16:17

this is for jia dawson: hello, can you please give me more details on new nordic apple cider, did you try the product? Thanks a lot

Posted by faridah isnin on Dec 30 2010 21:35:53

few years back I used to have black spots all over my face, after using ACV as a toner and drink it every am before breakfast, it really works, no more spot. I been to so many doctor and facial but it doesn't seem to go off and worse I can't go out to the sun as it irritated my skin.

Posted by karen on Nov 19 2010 20:45:54

WOW!!!! Im 26 an have 3 children but weigh 140 an wanna A !! Thanks for the help im gonna go get the ACV hope it works.

Posted by Jenny on Oct 28 2010 18:29:53

Jules, be patient!! Apple Cider Vinegar does help but it could take up to a month to notice any changes. It also depends on how severe the symptoms are. Good luck!!

Posted by jules on Oct 27 2010 08:27:21

I have lost a ton of weight I am now very thin and look so much better,but I now am left with some cellulite on my thighs and butt.How long after starting the acv will you see results,I have been doing it for about a week now???

Posted by Khosi on Oct 27 2010 08:03:35

I'm buying Apple Cider Vinegar today,

Posted by John on Sep 29 2010 13:12:33

@ Carmen, Never take ACV or any vinegar undiluted. It's an acid and it will burn your throat, pharynx and esophagus. I hated the taste in the beginning too but after trying mixing in a pinch of salt and sometimes honey with 1tbs of Apple Cider Vinegar in a glass of cold water, it tastes like lemonade and I love it now.DO NOT drink ACV without diluting it!!

Posted by Kim on Sep 29 2010 12:24:59

Rani, You can take Apple Cider vinegar mix 15-20 minutes after the meals too... I take it whenever I can. It should be okay!

Posted by Rani on Sep 29 2010 02:34:20

Hi there - i am trying to lose weight but i can't afford to take ACV before meal due to gastritis. Can i still lose weight if taken immediately after meal? Pls reply, thanks.

Posted by Tracey on Sep 22 2010 12:37:47

I mix 1 tablespoon of apc in a bottle of water that is a normal 16.9 fl oz bottle and add a drink mix like crystal lite cherry pmogranate. You cannot taste the apc and its a great way to get rid of wanting soda.

Posted by Julie on Sep 12 2010 18:40:08

Hi there! Why don't you girls try Isagenix? Nutritional cleansing, it is the best product I have ever tried, I have lost stubborn weight and I have amazing energy and I feel great!! Let me know, I can get you connected for sure!!

Posted by Carmen on Sep 12 2010 12:14:27

Can you just take the 2 tbs of vinegar really fast by itself to get it over with and then drink the water afterward??

Posted by jia dawson on Aug 28 2010 12:59:39

it is not always neccessary to drink the apple cider, specially since it doesnt taste all that nice. My best friend tried New Nordic apple cider high strength 720mg (which she bought from boots) to help combat her cellulite after lossing a lot of weight, which was bad and meant she covered up even with the weight loss. After a few months her cellulite was completely gone and looks amazing in her daisy dukes lol i am currently beginning with the same course, hopefully if it works for her it will work for me. Good luck

Posted by jackie on Aug 07 2010 18:05:21

can someone please tell me how to drink the ACV, and a good treatment for cellulite

Posted by GmS on Jul 13 2010 21:44:38

I did ACV for a year n 1/2 and lost over 20 lbs., fell out of the routine and gained weight back.....going back to using it before each meal and not eating ANYTHING after 7:30

Posted by Linda on Jul 13 2010 19:56:41

I learned from my late grandmother that vinegar was the cure for everything. I would drink a half of a cup of vinegar in the morning and a half a cup in the evening. I would drink water all through out the day and i ate small portion's of vegetables and meats. I actually had pretty skin and I had less of belly than I do now. I had a baby 21 month's ago and I have tried endless diet's. So, I am going to resort back to old faithful. I will check in and give you my result's as I start the ACV diet.

Posted by becky on Jul 10 2010 15:02:28

I heard TO DRINK ACV WITH WARM WATER AND SOME HONEY, HAS ANY BODY TRIED THAT TO LOSE WEIGHT.

Posted by s chand on Jun 22 2010 03:59:05

hi i am an indian girl..and i want to loss wieght actually my tight and buttocks needs to lossen up whereas my stomach is slim.and i feel really bad when wearing tight fitting clothes where it shows my stomach is slim but my tight n buttocks looks bigger.so tell me home remdy to loss weight on my tight and buttocks.and it really doesnt look good...pliz pliz pliz....HELP ME!!!!.....

Posted by Dott B. on Jun 17 2010 22:59:21

Being a model keeps you on your toes, but using the ACV three times a day helps you lose weight and improve Cellulite problems, also try some leg lifts for a tighter firm on buttocks and legs,. It really works! went from a size 12 to size 6 in 3 months just eating veggies,1 meat daily, and using the ACV and the leg lifts daily. (so enjoy the new you)

Posted by Tami Dean on Jun 15 2010 08:49:24

You should mix the 1t. ACV with 2T of Raw Honey, it taste much better before each meal!!!

Posted by Amanda on Jun 10 2010 12:44:17

I want to know who on earth can drink the apple cider vinegar mix?? I tried it last night and halfway through the glass I threw up! My throught hurt all night and I had a constant pain in my stomach... I tried a coffee/lotion body wrap which really works and you don't have to injest anything disgusting. Just massage a mixture of warm coffee grounds and lotion onto your troubled areas then wrap with suran wrap for 30 min, get nice and comfortable under a blanket and then remove in the tub and shower with warm water. It was so easy and I could see results imediately!

Posted by jenny on Jun 07 2010 23:13:34

hey girls okay so can i do the thing for the cellulite topical and drink it same time?

Posted by ms coretta on May 29 2010 06:44:26

does it really works. 27 years old and weight 155 lbs. i'm 5'6 inches tall. i really need to lose weight. every since i gained the extra pounds i have gotten cellulits on my thighs and i hate it. i am ashamed of my thighs. i'm so ashamed i want wear shorts anymore. can someone please give me a remedy that really works.

Posted by comedia john on May 20 2010 19:31:38

i use apple cider vinegar to wash my lady business. it works!!!!!!

Posted by LIgy on May 17 2010 02:05:22

I drink ACV, 2 tablespoons per glass of cold water. In another glass I fill it up with ice and I fill it up with the glass of water that I mixed with the 2 tablespoons of ACV. Its great to take the thirst away and I personally love the flavor. It has become my favorit drink and I have quit drinking sodas. I drink it all day, and I will now watch my diet and hope to loose weight. I drink it early in the morning while I prepare to leave for work and it is supposed to be best 30-15 mins before any meal when trying to loose weight.

Posted by Ebony Williams on May 06 2010 10:45:34

Hey. Been doing the ACV thing once in the morning every morning 2 tbl spoons in my bottled water, lite jog(sum mornings) special K fruit n yogurt cereal which tastes great. Then I use a Nivea Goodbye Cellulite serum massaged into thighs and its actually working. Was using just serum alone b4, but now my legs look sooo much better. I'm actually pretty thin, I wld compare my body type to a taller Rihanna, but cellulite can affect any1 and I started getting these craters in my legs. It will feel soo good to wear shorts again. lol.

Posted by Sammy on Apr 06 2010 12:16:33

Ive read it all...and vinegar seems to look nice.Im 18 and Im 187 pounds..I know its alot...should I taking vinegar too...hope it has no such side effects... and I need to lose weight fast...because I will be attending my sisters wedding in june and I dont wana look depressing.

Posted by Julie on Mar 07 2010 07:37:41

How long before you see results?

Posted by Joanne Parks on Feb 05 2010 22:48:44

ACV with "mother" in it is what helps you lose weight."Mother" the mother is what helps keep every, and i mean every health problem you have at bay, or even heal it. If you buy ACV you have to buy in a health food store. If you can see all that stuff stuff from the apples that sunk to the bottom of the bottle you are looking at All Natural ACV. If you dont see that at the bottom of the bottle its not natural and does not contain mother. Yes it truely will make you lose weight and there is no side effects. Except the bitter taste. For the person who threw up you should see your doctor you probably have an underlying health condition that you or your doctor has not found yet. Do your research. There really is no side effects. This is the most healty product out there that anybody can use.

Posted by meetu yakhmi on Jan 13 2010 17:56:53

hi it can be normal or any type of vineger or it should be apple cyder vineager?

Posted by Kathy Mann on Nov 14 2009 05:17:20

ACV is an anti fungal. In order to lose weight, in addition to using ACV, Oil of oregano, garlic, caprylic acid, etc. eliminate all sugars and starches for 1-2 months, a person will usually feel pretty bad for a couple of weeks as the yeast and other fungus in the body "die off", causes a type of poisoning,initially more severe than just having a fungal infection and feeling much less than perfect all the time.Cinnamon (true cinnamon)is more effective than Diflucan a systemic anti-fungal drug.If a person has ever been treated with anti-biotics, that person is suspect of having a fungal infection.

Posted by Pogan on Nov 11 2009 12:28:40

Maybe you aren't supposed to do this but, I have been adding the vinegar to orange juice instead of water. It stings a little when it goes down, but it tastes just fine.

Posted by Bernice on Nov 03 2009 12:44:26

I need to loose 20 pounds i tried to exercise at home but sometimes its impossible because i have two little ones im willing to try vineger before eating but dies it really work? and will it help with my cellulite? please reply..!

Posted by Amy on Oct 25 2009 17:02:12

Apple cider vinegar and Oil of Oregano can be taken one at a time daily. For example Oregano oil in evening and Apple Cider Vinegar in the morning or the other way around. They don't clash with each other when taken together...

Posted by Angie on Oct 25 2009 11:52:28

Can drink oil of oregano and apple cider vinegar together?

Posted by kim on Oct 03 2009 08:29:35

I'm getting apple cider vinegar today.

Posted by kristy on Aug 24 2009 02:36:15

I tried the vinegar oral thing but on the second night I threw up =( why?

Posted by MONICA KILLINS on May 05 2009 17:07:43

can someone plzzzzzzz e-mail me with the info on the apple cider treatments

Posted by tuhottutrot on Apr 28 2009 09:58:07

the pickle idea is good and bad, pickles are extremely high in sodium. so you kinda defeated the purpose of eliminating salt from your diet. but because pickles have been sitting in vinegar the juice does help burn fat.

Posted by Zee on Apr 23 2009 10:20:14

hey girls im 19 and i have some cellulite..but its been 1 month of this ladies website i been doin she got like the nice workouts she did the videos from home women-workout-routines.com so shes so smart about all this stuff what to eat and all..ask me w.e u want i been using her site for like a month i feel goooodd my bodies tightt

Posted by Molly on Apr 19 2009 20:04:16

Only use RAW, Organic apple cider vinegar (also called ACV) which you can find at health food stores. Do not use any other type of vinegar as it is not the same. I find that 1 or 2 teaspoons in very cold drinking water tastes the best...

Posted by sarah on Nov 26 2008 09:23:40

do you drink the vinegar? and does it have to be apple cider vinegar or can it be just regular vinegar? please reply either as a comment or my email. preferably my email.

Posted by LISA on Nov 02 2008 00:51:25

how does taking vinegar help you lose weight??

Posted by lisa on Nov 02 2008 00:49:59

how does eating vinegar help u lose weight??

Posted by HomeRemediesWeb on Sep 30 2008 16:06:06

When taken in moderation, Apple Cider Vinegar is not known to have any adverse effects during pregnancy. However, if you have any concerns, it is always best to consult with your doctor, particularly if you are attempting something new for weight loss.

Posted by sakshi on Sep 28 2008 22:26:46

Does it have any side effects...as we are trying for pregnancy. I need to loose 50+ pounds to gain healthy weight.... please do reply

Posted by Shiva on Sep 06 2008 03:30:17

It DOES say something about eliminating salt from your diet.

Posted by Rosanne Schwarz on Jul 29 2008 23:12:17

Why doesn't the website say anything about eliminating salt from the diet?

Posted by saprina bailey on Mar 17 2008 23:01:14

IHAVE TO AGREE ABOUT THE VINEGAR,IHAVE BEEN TAKING APPLE CIDER VINEGAR PLUS FOR 11 MONTHS AND HAVE LOST ALMOST 80 POUNDS. I TAKE 1 THREE TIMES A DAY,BEFORE EACH MEAL.IT WORKS.

Posted by kandy smith on Mar 08 2008 12:18:23

THIS IS VERY TRUE BECAUSE I LOST 14 POUNDS IN 2 WEEKS BY ADDING VINEGER TO MY WATER AND LEMON JUICE BEFORE EATING AND I ATE HEALTHY CHOICE AND PROGESSO SOUP FOR DINNER OR TRY EATING PICKLES INSTEAD.