I know, we don’t think much about our lymphatic system and a lot of people don’t know that it (lymphatic system) plays a significant role in helping our body to get rid of toxins. Without the aid of this system our tissues, cells, and organs would be full of toxins.

The lymphatic system doesn’t have its pump, and it is up to you to stimulate its circulation.

Here’s how:

1. Drink plenty of water:

Your lymphatic system needs a constant supply of fluid. Make sure that you are not dehydrated during the day because hydration plays a major role in removing toxins from your body.

2. Exercise:

Exercise is good for blood vessels and your heart. When you move your body or do resistance training, your muscle massage the lymphatic system and promote the flow and increase the efficiency of circulation.

3. Bounce on a trampoline:

When you do Vertical motion exercise, it helps you open and closes the lymphatic system’s one-way valves. The lymphatic system is dependent on body movement because it doesn’t have its pomp. Jumping on a trampoline, even gently, increases lymph flow by as much as 30 times. Let that little child out and have some fun!

4. Get a massage:

The pressure from the massage promotes and stimulates movements of fluid in lymph vessels.

5. Don’t forget about practicing deep breathing:

It brings more oxygen to the lymphatic system and helps move the fluid through it.

6. Get a lymphatic massage:

This kind of massage specifically applies pressure on lymph nodes and vessels to help activate and stimulates the flow of the lymphatic fluid and helps boost the functioning of the immune and parasympathetic nervous systems. It detoxifies your body, helps reduce inflammatory response, regenerate your tissue and put you in the state of deep relaxation.

7. Eat clean:

Eating clean is very important. Eating clean reduces the toxicity of your body, so your lymphatic system doesn’t have to work so hard. Eat lots of vegetables, like leafy greens for their detoxifying chlorophyll content. Eat fruits and make sure you provide enough essential fatty acids to your body. Spirulina, walnuts, flaxseed oil, hemp seeds and oil, sacha inchi seeds and oil and avocados – are necessary for proper lymphatic function. Stay away from processed food, preservatives, refined grains, excess sugar, rancid oils, artificial sweeteners, and chemicals.

8. Dry skin brushing

Did you know that the skin is your body’s largest organ? The skin is our suit of armor, protecting us from the elements. It’s also one of the primary ways we detox and eliminate impurities. In fact, approximately one-quarter of your body’s toxins are released through the skin. When your skin isn’t effectively eliminating, it puts pressure on the kidneys and liver.

How It Works

Dry skin brushing help stimulate the lymphatic system, which is responsible for maintaining fluid balance in the body and supplying lymphocytes to help fight infection. Unlike the circulatory system that relies on the heart to move blood, the lymphatic system relies on the movement of your muscles. In other words, activity! The more physical we are and the more we stimulate the lymphatic system, the more we can improve our health—and the appearance of our skin.

Skin brushing exfoliates the skin, which unclogs the pores so the toxins can be released. Otherwise, they can get clogged up in the body. This technique also reduces cellulite, increases circulation and encourages skin regeneration.

Primary Benefits:

• Promotes detoxification
• Exfoliates the skin
• Stimulates the lymphatic system
• Increases circulation
• Reduces cellulite
• Improves the appearance of the skin

Selecting Your Brush

Opt for a long-handled natural bristle brush. (Avoid synthetic bristles.)

How To Skin Brush

1. Use your skin brush before bathing or showering. Remove all your clothing and make sure your skin and the brush are both dry.
2. Start with the bottom of your feet, moving the brush in long, firm strokes toward your heart. Brush the entire body and try not to miss any spots (this is why a long handle helps!). Use very gentle strokes over sensitive areas, such as the armpits and breasts. Avoid the face and nipples.
3. Start with singular strokes. As you get used to the process, you can overlap strokes to ensure you covered each area. If your body is reddening or irritated, you may be brushing too hard.
4. Once your body is brushed, take a shower or bath. Towel dry and hydrate your skin with coconut or natural oil.

How Do You Feel?

Be mindful of how you feel before, during and after. Some people find lymph mucoid in their stools a day or two after they begin skin brushing. This is normal. However, if you notice any prolonged or adverse side effects, consult your healthcare practitioner.

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In Health,

Angie