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Eliminating the Big “C” with Vitamin C

Written by Calanthe Moss

Topic: Fat LossPublished October 3, 2011
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A new study shows that vitami
C has the capacity to burn an additional 25-30% of fat during workout, as well as reduce the visibility of cellulite. Scientists associate this property of vitami
C to the amino acid carnitine it contains. This element is essential in the expulsion of the body’s fatty acids. In contrast to what is generally believed by many, fruit is not the only source of vitami
C. However, it is noteworthy to mention that a cup of strawberry is equivalent to 75-90 milligrams of vitami
C, enough to meet the body’s recommended daily allowance.

Below are some of the various sources of vitami
C along with its corresponding content in milligram. Incorporate your meals with these healthful foods and you’ll surely prevent the propagation of cellulite’s cottage cheese appearance.
17 mg Spinach
15 mg Tomato
45 mg half a cup of Broccoli
95 mg Red Pepper
45 mg Jicama
25 mg small Potato
Other foods that are rich in vitami
C are oranges, blueberries, papaya, grapefruit, lemon, and a few other more.

Increasing the levels of vitami
C in the body is essential in boosting the production of collagen. Collagen is the key determinant of keeping the skin elastic. This substance along with elastin is also indispensable in building, maintaining, and repairing the body’s connective tissues. In the treatment for cellulite, fortifying the band of tissues that hold down the fat cells is instrumental in lessening the pronouncement of dimply skin. Cellulite occurs when the pressure applied by the bulging fat cells tend to push upwards the connective tissues located above it. When these tissues weaken; usually caused by aging, consumption of unhealthful foods or smoking; localized protrusion is created on the skin. This protrusion is the reason why the appearance of cellulite is likened to a cottage cheese or orange peel.

Collagen is a miracle substance in the field of cosmetology as it helps slow down the irreversible signs of skin aging like wrinkles, fine lines, and even cellulite. Enhancing the skin’s texture is the double advantage of increasing collagen production.

Aside from its ability to promote collagen manufactory, vitami
C is also useful in improving blood circulation. In the treatment for cellulite, boosting blood flow is important in further enhancing the body’s ability to expel fat wastes, toxins, and water buildup.

Experts suggest that complementing the consumption of vitami
C rich foods with vitamin supplements is ideal in increasing the probability of busting cellulite away. Studies show that women who consume more vitami
C are less prone to cellulite and are more likely to reduce weight than those don’t ingest foods rich in vitami
C at all. Although proven effective as a cellulite treatment agent, the intake of vitami
C should also be complemented with other remedies for cellulite reduction like exercise. The potent combination of eating a balanced diet and exercise might not be the ultimate cellulite cure, but it will surely keep cellulite at bay for quite some time.

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Vitamin C is more than just the immunity booster that we usually associate it with. It is also an effective cellulite treatment or buster according to scientists. Be prepared to smooth out your dimply skin and read on.

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