Those stubborn little rolls and the cellulite we’re so desperate to get rid of both stem from the same phenomenon: fat storage. How does it work, and more importantly, how can you prevent it? We tell you everything in this article!
Fat storage: how and why does it happen?
You probably already know this, ladies: one slice of pizza won’t make you gain weight or trigger cellulite. A whole pizza three times a week, on the other hand, just might! The culprit is excess fat consumed and stored by our bodies. Simply put, weight gain and the appearance of dimples result from a prolonged imbalance between the amount of fat absorbed each day and the amount burned each day. When we take in more than we burn, our reserves gradually build up in the form of fatty deposits. And don’t be mistaken — when we talk about “fat” intake, that includes actual dietary fat, of course, but also sugar.
When we eat, our body stores fat in what is known as adipose tissue. When it needs energy, it draws on those reserves, gradually reducing the stock — and so the cycle continues. Fat is therefore essential! However, if the body doesn’t use enough of it, or if intake is too high, fat accumulates over time, sometimes leading to obesity.
To prevent excessive storage — and therefore avoid weight gain and the development of cellulite — it is absolutely essential to balance the scales between fat intake and expenditure by rebalancing your diet. There are also some simple good habits that will help you avoid fat storage.
Good habits to avoid fat storage
Stay physically active
As we’ve just seen, to prevent fat storage, we need to encourage our body to tap into its reserves. And nothing works better than moving! Cardio, strength training, or everyday activities like walking, housework or DIY — it all counts, as long as you’re active enough each day.
Choose fat-burning foods
Certain foods are recognised for their detox and fat-burning properties — meaning they can capture fats and eliminate them before they are processed and stored by the body. These foods are highly recommended for preventing fat storage! Among the most effective are citrus fruits, cinnamon, aubergine, pineapple and coffee. Don’t hesitate to pair them with food supplements containing fat-burning and anti-cellulite actives in ideal concentrations — a convenient, concentrated format that’s easy to incorporate into your daily routine.
Get enough sleep
Yes, sleeping well and long enough (at least 7 hours a night) also helps prevent fat storage. Lack of sleep leads to low energy the next day and cravings to snack throughout. And snacking combined with little physical activity is exactly the duo to avoid if you don’t want cellulite and little rolls to appear! Did you know, by the way, that you could take advantage of the night to slim down without doing a thing?
Stay well hydrated
If you don’t drink enough, your body will struggle to eliminate accumulated toxins and fats. On top of that, you’re more likely to snack! So to avoid fat storage, aim to drink at least 1.5L of water every day.
Eat light in the evening
There’s no need to survive on broth, ladies — you’d wake up in the middle of the night with a rumbling stomach! That said, to prevent fat storage, it’s recommended to avoid heavy evening meals and to eat at least 2 hours before going to bed. The reason is simple: in the early evening, your metabolism begins to slow down in preparation for the night. Your body will therefore be more inclined to store the fat you give it, rather than drawing on its reserves.
You now know how to prevent your body from accumulating too much fat and developing that dreaded cellulite — so don’t wait any longer to adopt these good habits!