• Certain cellulite body treatments are effective in minimizing the appearance of cellulite.brunette in bikini image by Jeff Holt from Fotolia.com
  
  Women dread what appears to be cottage cheese (cellulite) on certain areas of their body. Cellulite is caused by fat, which is not evenly distributed underneath the skin. There is no cure for cellulite; however, certain cellulite treatments are effective in temporarily reducing its appearance. A combination of a healthy diet, regular exercise and cellulite body treatments help minimize the appearance of cellulite.
  
  

Healthy Diet and Regular Exercise

• According to the Mayo Clinic, frequent exercise and a healthy diet can be one of the most effective treatments for cellulite. Other cellulite treatments are more effective if they are accompanied by a consistent healthy diet and a regular exercise regimen. Lowering your body fat level will help minimize the appearance of cellulite. According to Womenshealth.gov., to reduce your chances of getting cellulite, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and maintain a diet that is high in fiber. Organic fruits and vegetables combat toxins and reduce cellulite; these include blueberries, blackberries, cherries, mangos, oranges, strawberries, raspberries, cranberries, grapefruit, apples, spinach, tomatoes, fennel, bell peppers and carrots. Stay away from processed foods, artificial sweeteners, junk food, alcohol, soda, saturated fats and cigarettes.
  
  

Acoustic Wave Treatment/Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

• According to a study conducted by NASA, acoustic wave treatment is safe and effective in reducing cellulite. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is a noninvasive procedure. An acoustic wave is used to treat cellulite in the upper leg and buttocks area by releasing pulsed energy. It increases circulation in the fatty tissues. Patients may see results after five treatments, and will notice significant improvements after three months. As long as patients continue with the maintenance of the acoustic wave treatments, cellulite will diminish and skin will become smoother.
  
  

Cellulite Creams

• According to Skincarephysicians.com, cellulite creams do not get rid of cellulite; however, some cellulite creams are effective in temporarily reducing the appearance of cellulite. According to the FDA, aminophylline is a drug that is used in some cellulite creams. Advertisers claim that aminophylline will effectively reduce the dimply appearance on your skin. To achieve desired results, choose a cellulite cream that contains aminophylline, exercise regularly, drink plenty of water, eat organic fruits and vegetables and continually use and massage the cream into the affected area, at least twice daily.