How Helpful are Vitamin Supplements and Diet?

Most health practitioners, dieticians, and clinicians agree on one factor: your skin will appear healthier by a proper, nutritious diet.
There exists a wide-range of tasty foods containing vitamins and minerals that possibly contain anti-cellulite ingredients. This is by
far the cheapest and healthiest method to fight cellulite, whether chosen on its own or in combination with other treatments
mentioned herein. Some vitamin supplements you may wish to consider are:
Calcium : To reduce body fat
Gamma linoleic acid: Helps burn more calories
Potassium : Helps combat fluid retention
Iodine: Helps stimulate a slow metabolism
Lycopene: A vital antioxidant
Magnesium: Helps fight stress and is associated with weight management
Selenium: Improves the action of vitamins C & E and beta carotene
Sulphur : Reduces free-radical damage
Vitamin B6: Excellent fluid fighter
Vitamin C: Powerful detoxifier and helps strengthen skin
Vitamin E: Improves circulation and is essential for healthy skin
 
Antioxidants
The best antioxidants for fighting cellulite include: juniper berries, peppermint tea, grape seed bioflavonoids, co-enzyme Q-10, black pepper extract (Piper nigrum), white pepper (Piper album), cinnamon root extract (Cinnamanum verum), onion, cloves, garlic and ginger.
Ginkgo Biloba
Helps to increase circulation. A German study found that Gingko increased the rate of blood flow around the body by up to 57 per cent. It also has antioxidant properties.
Green Tea
Is an antioxidant and has been shown to increase the rate at which the body burns calories.
Conjugulated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
This fatty acid has been shown to increase the amount of body fat burnt during diet and exercise and to increase the amount of lean muscle mass in the system. It is commonly found in meat and dairy products.
Dandelion
This diuretic herb helps to release trapped fluid in the system and is also high in antioxidants. It contains high levels of potassium and helps fight fluid retention.
 
Suggested Foods to Improve Circulation and Decrease the Appearance of Cellulite:
Asparagus
Helps to strengthen veins and capillaries and controls blood pressure, also a good source of vitamins A, B & C.
Avocado
Although high in calories, these fruits are packed with essential fatty acids which improve the health of the skin and circulation. also a good source of Vitamin E.
Bananas
A good booster for blood vessels, great for assisting with healthy circulation, also a good source of potassium, Vitamin B6 and Magnesium.
Beans
High in fibre and protein, also a good source of calcium and potassium.
Berries
Berries are one of the best types of antioxidant foods, they counteract the sugar, fats and other pollutants that damage skin, also a good source of Vitamin C.
Bran and Oat Cereals
An excellent source of energy, high in fiber and antioxidants.
Broccoli
Contains alpha lipoic acid which helps prevent the hardening of collagen caused by sugar. Also a good source of selenium and calcium.
Citrus Fruit
All are excellent sources of vitamin C. Oranges also contain methoxylated bioflavonoids, which can improve circulation and strengthen capillaries. Also a good source of B vitamins.
Nuts
High in protein and full of nutrients, and an excellent source of Vitamin E
Oily Fish
Salmon, sardines, tuna, trout, herrings, mackerel and bass are all low in fat and high in anti-cellulite proteins and minerals. Also a good source of Essential Fatty Acids.
Onions
Excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin E.
Pears
A good detoxifier, pears can help reduce the effects of pollutants in the system, assisting the lymphatic system. Also a good source of iodine, fiber and potassium.
Pineapple
Has an anti-inflammatory action in the body which can help fight fluid retention and aid in the healing of damaged collagen fibers, also a good source of vitamin C.
Watermelon Contains at least a glass of water per slice and helps fight fluid retention, also a good source of lycopene, potassium and fiber.