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My bmi is 17.5, yet i have a lot of cellulite on my bottom and thighs. i've never exercised much, will exercise improve this? will anything help?

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Dr. Ratna Dhingra answered

Familial: Cellulite can be familial depending on the elasticity of your skin.Exercise will tone your muscles and give you a better look but will probably not take the cellulite away.

Dr Archer agreed

Answered 3/8/2020

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A member asked:

My bmi is 17.5, yet i have a lot of cellulite on my bottom and thighs. i've never exercised much, will exercise improve this? will anything help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ratna Dhingra answered

Dr Archer agreed

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