How to Boost Your Lymphatic Drainage for Weight Loss and Much More

The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and organs that regulates the amount of fluid in the human body and fights against infections. It is considered a part of both the circulatory and immune systems. Your body’s lymphatic system is in charge of filtering and removing toxins from your body, all the way down to the individual cells. It’s comprised of different vessels and organs such as lymph nodes and bone marrow, all of which work together as part of your immune system. The lymphatic system is the secondary circulation system in the body with a complex set of tasks. It is the bridge from the blood circulation to the individual cells. The lymph is a clear fluid that contains nutrients and oxygen similar to the blood. It comes from the general circulation and is deposited around the cells to keep them nourished. The cells are able to flush out waste and other toxic materials into this fluid. The lymphatic vessel collects waste and other excess fluid from cells and transports it back to general circulation. During transportation, the lymph nodes filter this waste.

The lymphatic system has several crucial functions for maintaining body homeostasis, including maintaining the body's fluid balance, transportation of large molecules, and immune health. The fluid balance is maintained by draining the extra fluid that remains after the exchange of blood and nutrients between the tissues and capillaries. A healthy lymphatic system helps the body get rid of toxins and waste. These toxins and waste can get stuck in the lymphatic system, cause water retention, and contribute to weight gain. In fact, many weight challenges are linked to lymphedema due to excess water along with the toxins and waste buildup in the lymphatic system, this is why lymphatic drainage is crucial in improving the efficiency of your body’s detoxification process, strengthening your immune system, and preventing weight gain.

Did you know that all of the waste that needs to leave the brain has to go through the tonsils? This makes the tonsils one of the most significant sources of blockage for lymphatic drainage. The tonsils are the first barrier that waste from the brain must pass through and the cervical lymph nodes are the second barrier, which are an important group of lymph nodes. Therefore, removing your tonsils can impact your lymph drainage and weaken your immune system. However, it has been a common practice in our healthcare, especially for children.

Signs of lymphatic congestion include brain fog, depression, migraines, insomnia, weight gain, chronic sinus issues, allergies, skin issues, swelling, etc. 

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