Diving Deeper: The Hormonal Roots of Cellulite and Effective Natural Remedies

Let’s dive deeper into the root causes behind symptoms. I often say that the appearance of your skin reflects imbalances in your hormonal, immune, digestive, detoxification, and other body systems.

Cellulite—stubborn dimples, lumpy skin, and uneven patches—often appears on the back of the thighs and arms.

Contrary to popular belief, cellulite isn’t caused by fat gain or a lack of exercise. There are people with body fat who don’t exercise yet have no cellulite, and lean, active people who still struggle with it. So what is the cause of cellulite?

Elevated estrogen doesn’t just cause fat gain; it causes fat to be stored in inconvenient places—pockets between the skin and muscle that are squeezed by fibrous bands, creating the characteristic bumpy appearance of cellulite.

Left unchecked, estrogen dominance can lead to symptoms worse than cellulite, such as breast cancer and reproductive disorders. However, you can take targeted steps to eliminate estrogen dominance for good, helping to resolve cellulite at its source and prevent other related issues.

Here are some potent and natural estrogen-reducing compounds:

Insoluble Fiber

Excess estrogen accumulates in the gut, where it can be easily reabsorbed by your body. Insoluble fiber prevents this by binding to estrogen and eliminating it from the body. Eating Ray Peat’s carrot salad daily is one of the most effective ways to clear your gut of estrogen. White button mushrooms are also highly effective, as they are rich in insoluble fiber and act as aromatase inhibitors (slowing the conversion of testosterone to estrogen).

Consider supplementing: Daily Fiber Organic by Purium

Vitamins A, D, E, and K

The fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K help reduce excess estrogen and balance hormones. To ensure sufficient intake of these vitamins, consume a nutrient-dense diet:

• Vitamin A: abundant in liver, eggs, sweet potatoes, and carrots.

• Vitamin D: primarily obtained from sun exposure; also found in fatty fish and eggs.

• Vitamin E: a potent aromatase inhibitor found in red palm oil, extra virgin olive oil, and some sprouted nuts and seeds.

• Vitamin K: rich in natto, cheese, eggs, and meat.

Consider supplementing: ZinC-ADE and Green Spectrum

Flavones & Flavanones

Flavones and flavanones are phytonutrients found in plants that support estrogen metabolism. Notable examples include apigenin, naringenin, chrysin, quercetin, and luteolin:

• Chamomile tea is rich in apigenin.

• Oranges provide both apigenin and naringenin.

• Onions, leafy greens, and broccoli are excellent sources of quercetin.

• Celery and parsley are good sources of luteolin and apigenin.

Green Spectrum contains Certified Organic Broccoli along with other greens.

🙌 Before taking any action, it’s recommended to check your hormonal balance so you can document your current state, take appropriate steps, and track results through retesting over time.

As I mentioned before, I suggest the Saliva Stress & Hormone Panel to my clients, which conveniently assesses hormone levels as well as both fasting and non-fasting insulin. If you want to run the test, book your free first consultation

Sending Optimal Health & Ultimate Wellness,

Julia Smila - FDN Practitioner & Pranic Healer.