Whilst there may be an element of truth regarding a link to the digestive system and your cellulite, in my opinion it is more than likely that it stems from a combination of genetics and your lymphatic system.

Genetics tend to dictate where fat will accumulate, and after 25 years of working with clients who have cellulite I have come to the conclusion that unfortunately, cellulite deposits are also the same. But that is not to say you can’t reduce cellulite, because you can.

You just can’t ‘spot treat’ cellulite successfully, so you need to take an all-over approach to the problem. This means also includes using essential oils to balance the hormonal system since often there is a link between this and cellulite.

Oils for this are Geranium, Palmarosa and Rose, and they can be used together with the essential oils for cellulite. Use them in the bath to work systemically, and add them to a fragrance free lotion base and apply to the problem area morning and night, thereby treating topically as well.

At the same time it is vital to watch the kinds of food which you are eating since certain kinds of food can aggravate the situation and encourage fat deposits. These are foods high in saturated fats or refined sugars. Low GI foods and things like chickpeas, plus supplements rich in Omega 3 and 6 such as Flaxseed or Evening Primrose Oil are what I recommend to my clients with this problem.

Exercise is also another element which needs to be incorporated into your lifestyle if you are to see an improvement to the cellulite problem. This will do many things; it speeds up your metabolism, tones muscle and burns fat, stimulates the efficacy of your lymphatic system and also gives you a great feel-good factor.

Although spot reduction for cellulite or fat is not possible, by taking a holistic approach it certainly can be vastly improved. Take your time and follow the regime slowly and patiently, since it is not a quick fix - but more a way of life.

Regarding your original question about oils for digestive problems; you don’t mention what the precise digestive problem is, and you will appreciate that the law prohibits me from prescribing over the internet. But that said, essential oils which are useful for digestive system disturbances when used in massage are cardamon, fennel, ginger, peppermint and angelica.

I hope this helps you, Beverley.

Sue Charles

Hope you find the tips useful.

And if you would like to see us cover any other subjects you are especially interested in, just ask and we’ll try to include it in the future.

Do let us know how you get on with the cellulite battle, won’t you?

Sue Charles

I know you said you would cover cellulite but didnt think you would do it so soon.

Now you have done it i better get on with putting it to practice. Thanks again.

Nancy