In previous articles we discussed about physiology of lymphatic
system. Now we will discuss how this very neglected system can be taken care
and why it plays such an important role in our overall health.
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Love water, lack of full hydration in the body
causes problems. As lymph is made up of 96% water, even mild to moderate
dehydration can have a significant effect of this most watery of the body
systems. As the water in the body depletes our lymphatic flow decreases and the
lymph becomes stagnant, congested and dirty. Immune system also gets compromised
due to stagnation.
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Reduce fats to significantly cut down the
workload of your lymphatic system and help it flow. Avoid fried food and trans
fats.
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Green yourself up, fresh green juices and
smoothies are full of life boosting vitamins, minerals, and enzymes that can
give your system a detox and also helps in circulation.
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Dry skin brushing daily with skin brush is a
good practice and helps in the lymphatic movement. the light but firm pressure
provided by the dry skin brush activates the lymphatic vessels of the skin and
gets the lymph moving.
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Pump with the lungs. Give your lymphatic system
a real boost by deep breathing, which increases the pressure changes in the
chest and abdomen, thereby maximizing the effect of the thoracic pumping of the
lymph.
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Ditch any wired bras in your drawer. Tight bras
especially wired ones, which change the shape of the breast restrict the lymph
flow in the large and important group of nodes under the armpits. The wires are
metal and react with electronic devices in a potentially unhealthy way. Some researchers
believe that long term bra wearing contributes to the development of serious
conditions including breast cancer.
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Rebounding or jumping helps in improving
lymphatic circulation. Lymphatic fluid is completely dependent on physical
exercise to move, so it’s very important that we do any form of exercise every
day. There is one movement that keeps the lymph pumping, from the feet up legs-
the action of going up and down on your toes, as naturally happens when you are
walking. Walking is the ideal exercise
but if you can’t walk a lot, his movement going while you sit or stand
considerably helps the lymphatic drainage in your legs. Many yoga poses are
known to help the venous return and lymphatic drainage system. These include
legs up the wall, downward dog, cobra pose, and sun salutations, which is a sequence
of movements.
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Detox your mind. Negative thoughts about
ourselves and others are unhelpful. Positive affirmations can help with this-
and it can be especially powerful to combine breathing exercises with
self-worth affirmations.
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Massage therapy and foam rolling, they are both
useful for preventing swelling. Foam rolling helps to increase the blood flow.
Lymphatic drainage massage helps to release toxins and breaks up lymph congestion.
Massages can activate the lymphatic system and help flush excess fluid from
within tissues. (reference Dr Axe)
Tomorrow we will see what happens when you
neglect this very important lymphatic system and what foods are important to consume
to keep this system running smoothly.
reference
Deeply holistic
pip waller
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