However, losing fat isn't necessarily going to make your skin smooth again, since cellulite is a genetic trait. I've heard that you can never really get rid of fat cells without lyposuction and that exercise just shrinks the fat cells. Exercise will cause atrophy of fat cells, essentially shrinking them up to nothing. But, yes, they are still present. Most people are not concerned with how many fat cells they have but, rather, the total mass of their fat cells.
Carbohydrates play an important role with metabolism.
Limiting carbohydrates is one thing, but eliminating is another. Your body will only use the protein it needs, so there is no benefit in eating excess amounts of protein. Excess protein or carbohydrates will turn to fat if not burned. The best way to lose weight is by eating a well-balanced meal with exercise. Did you know that the average man needs 2500 to 3000 calories a day.