Diet and lifestyle

Diet should be based on fresh vegetables, fruits, grains, fibre, seeds, nuts with an avoidance of processed and convenience or junk foods. The brightly coloured fresh fruit and vegetables  (berries, sweet peppers, carrots, broccoli, dark green leaves etc) are high in anti-oxidants and will help eliminate toxin build up so should be included daily, either raw, lightly cooked or juiced. Use organic produce wherever possible.

Sprinkle a little dried seaweed over one of your meals each day.

Eat a portion of buckwheat each day for its ability to strengthen the blood vessels and prevent fluids leaking from them into the tissues.

Avoid hydrogenated and processed fats and oils and use butter in moderation and uncooked cold-pressed vegetable oils on salads.

Drink a glass of water with a the juice of a fresh lemon in it every day before breakfast. This simple drink is a powerful cleanser of the liver and helps rid the body of excess toxins.

Stop adding salt to your food as this encourages fluid retention which exacerbates the problem.

If you eat meat the opt for organic animal protein in the form of chicken and  turkey as they contain fewer hormones than conventional meats . Eat some fresh oily fish (sardines, mackerel, trout etc) several times a week.

Drink enough water to stay hydrated, at least a few large glasses of pure water or 2-3 cups of herb teas daily.

Regular exercise that move the affected parts such as walking, cycling, swimming, yoga etc will help to prevent and gradually improve cellulite.

Stop smoking. Tobacco hinders circulation and deposits many harmful products into the blood.

Keep alcohol consumption to a minimum.