Cellulite affects up to 95% of the female population in the US. Cellulite does not come from too much fat in the diet, lack of exercise or from being overweight. Cellulite is something that plagues people everywhere (mostly women). The appearance of cellulite can throw your entire level of self-confidence out the window and cause you to feel horrible about the way you look. When this happens, it is time to take action and start learning about a natural way of getting rid of cellulite. And luckily for you, there are quite a few natural cellulite remedies.

1. Kelp has long been used to reduce cellulite deposits, or unsightly lumps of fat that appear principally on the thighs. Because of its high iodine content, many nutritionists assume that kelp stimulates thyroid function, which increases the rate at which the body uses energy and, as a consequence, decreases fat deposits. Numerous users have reported success with this treatment, although no studies have been done in this area. Kelp is most likely to stimulate weight loss when used as part of a low-calorie diet.

2. A snack every once in a while won't hinder your cellulite reduction goals, but you need to have some measure of self-control. Also, keep in mind the fact that skipping meals is a bad thing. Keeping to a regular eating schedule -- breakfast, lunch, & dinner -- is important for maintaining a fast metabolism.

3. You can of course minimize the appearance of cellulite through proper diet and exercise, but there are other ways to help, too. A popular, fairly effective cellulite treatment is to massage the affected areas with a paste of olive oil and coffee grounds. Let it set for a few minutes, rinse gently and pat dry. Or, you can mix the coffee into a bit of moisturizer if you prefer. Caffeine has been proven to increase circulation, which will help to remove toxins and excess fluid from the area.

4. Incorporate plenty of antioxidants into your diet by eating a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables on a daily basis - at each meal, in fact. Be sure that you are eating "a rainbow of colors". The brightest colored produce tends to have the highest levels of antioxidants. This natural way of getting rid of cellulite requires only that you drink water. Water is a natural cleanser that can help repair the connective tissue in your body, thereby making it harder for celulite to accumulate. This technique should be used in conjunction with other cellulite remedies, as it will not completely eliminate cellulite all on it's own. This is one of the best natural weight loss.

5. Gotu kola is an excellent vasodilator and tones the blood vessels allowing more circulation to problem cellulite areas. One of its active ingredients, asiaticoside, works to stimulate skin repair and to strengthen skin, hair, nails, and connective tissue. Cellulite occurs when connective tissues under the skin that hold deep-level fat cells break down and are no longer able to hold fat. Gotu kola contains compounds that increase glycosaminoglycan production in such a way that fat cells are not further displaced. Glycosaminoglycan production also stabilizes the connective tissue that surrounds the veins of the legs.

6. Supplement your diet with glucosamine. Glucosamine is the precursor to hyaluronic acid, a natural substance the body requires to establish smooth, elastic, healthy looking skin and tissue.

7. Cardiovascular & aerobic exercises, activities like running, jogging, walking, and treadmill exercising, reduce cellulite accumulation and they can greatly strengthen the connective tissue in the body, which also happens to reduce cellulite.