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Lymphatic Cleanse

By GIna Purvis on

Disclaimer- This article is purely for entertainment purposes. None of this information, nor the products discussed in this article, are intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease. Consult your healthcare practitioner before altering your diet or using any herbs or supplements.

What is the lymphatic system?

Our bodies’ network of organs and systems are all connected together. We are exposed to toxins everyday by ingestion, inhalation, and also directly through our skin. When our cells are healthy and functioning, our bodies eliminate toxins properly.
The lymphatic system moves fluids throughout our body, as part of the circulatory system, separate from blood circulation. Since there is no muscle pumping lymph fluid through our bodies, it is naturally slower. Therefore, people who are less physically active are more prone to lymph issues, and toxic buildup may remain throughout our bodies. This toxic build up leads to muscle pain, acne, cysts, infections that won’t clear, tumors, and eventually cancer.
When we take extra steps to stimulate Lymphatic flow, we help our bodies eliminate more toxins.
Our lymphatic system is the home to our white blood cells, which are important to the immune system. Good lymph circulation contributes to the function of a healthy immune system.
We are going to talk about a few ways that you can stimulate lymph circulation.

Protocols to stimulate Lymph Flow

Lymphatic Massage
 
It’s best to do this immediately following a shower or bath. Always use the Lymphatic massage oil with it. Just a drop or two is needed in each location.
Here’s a video demo.
 
Dry Brushing
 
Dry brushing is a type of Ayurvedic medicine that has been around for centuries. It’s believed to have many health benefits. Some of the benefits may include:
  • stimulating the lymphatic system
  • exfoliating the skin
  • helping the body rid itself of toxins
  • increasing circulation and energy
  • exfoliation
  • helping to break down cellulite
Dry brushing works by exfoliating the skin. The idea is that the coarse fibers will help to remove dead skin and improve the skin’s ability to eliminate toxins through the pores.
 
What you’ll need for dry brushing:
 
-A long handled body brush with coarse natural fibers.
 
How to practice dry brushing- 
 
To dry brush, use a natural fiber brush with a long handle. The long handle will help you reach all areas of your body. Follow these steps:
  • Start at your feet and move up your body. Gently Massage a few drops of Judah’s Haven Lymphatic Massage Oil to a limb, and begin brushing. You want to always be brushing towards your heart! That means feet to top of legs, wrists to top of arms, and neck down to shoulders / chest.
  • Brush your skin using wide, circular, clockwise motions, moving upward from your feet.
  • Use light pressure in areas where your skin is thin and harder pressure on thicker skin, like the soles of your feet.
  • Brush your arms after you have brushed your feet, legs, and mid-section. You should brush upward towards your armpits.
  • After dry brushing, you can take a shower to help remove the dry skin. (This is a great time to do the hot/cold shower we talk about in the next post.)
When you first start dry brushing, it’s best to begin with light brushing. As you get used to it, you can increase the pressure.
Avoid sensitive areas and anywhere the skin is broken. These include areas with:
  • rashes
  • wounds
  • cuts
  • infections
  • Also, never brush an area affected by poison oak, poison ivy, or psoriasis. Don’t dry brush your face unless you’re using a softer brush made for that purpose.

Additional ways to stimulate lymph flow

Exercise
 
Regular exercise is key for a healthy lymphatic system. Start with less vigorous training sessions, and try to slowly incorporate more intense exercises into your routine. The most stimulating exercise for the lymphatic system is rebounding on a small trampoline. Find more info about rebounding here.  If you have pelvic floor issues of any type, rebounding may not be a good choice for you.  However, a vibration plate is a great alternative, and takes up less space inside your home as well. I have this model  and have seen incredible results with it, for more than just lymphatic flow. 
 
Sweating
 
Sweat glands help our skin filter toxins out of the body, which in turn boosts our immune system.
A sweat session could be from a good workout, time in the sauna, gardening in the hot sun, or even just a super hot bath in a steamy bathroom. The latter is my fave, but please be careful not to burn yourself. Shoot for 20 minutes of active sweating with each session.
A 2012 study found that sweating plays an important role in expelling heavy metals like mercury, lead, cadmium, and arsenic from the body because they dissolve readily in water.
 
Contrast Showers
 
The hot water helps dilate the blood vessels, while the cold water shrivels them. This creates a “pump” action that forces out the toxic fluids that have remained in the body. This therapy is not recommended for pregnant women or for those who suffer from cardiovascular disease. When trying a contrast shower, it’s best to alternate between hot and cold for three to four cycles. Start with a hot phase and turn the temperature up as hot as is tolerable for two to three minutes. Then, turn the temperature down very cold for 15 seconds.
 
 
**Contrast showers aren’t recommended if you have cortisol issues or heart issues.
 
Alternative Treatments
 
Acupuncture is another effective treatment that will help you stimulate lymph flow and help remove toxins from the body.
 
Drink Clean Water
 
It is smart to drink up to half your bodyweight in ounces of water per day to further cleanse your system of toxins. (For example, if you are 160 lbs. = 80 ounces of water). You should also drink a few glasses of lemon water as well.
 
Avoid Wearing Tight Clothes
 
By wearing excessively tight clothing, you are reducing circulation in the lymphatic system. Tight clothing can cause blockages in the lymphatic system, which can lead to an accumulation of toxins.
 
Breathe Deeply
 
Our bodies have 3 times more lymph fluid than blood, but there is no organ to pump it. The pumping action of deep breathing will help the lymphatic system transport the toxins into the blood before they are detoxified by the liver.

Diet for Lymphatic Support

 
Eating raw and nutrient rich foods promotes a healthy lymphatic system. Some of the best cleansing foods for the lymphatic system are:
  • Leafy green vegetables
  • Avocados
  • Garlic- (It’s a main ingredient in our Fire Cider)
  • Unsweetened Cranberry juice- (here is a powder one that can be mixed into water) 
  • Low sugar fruits like lemons, limes, and tomatoes
  • Most importantly, make sure to drink PLENTY of WATER
Avoid Foods That Cause Blockages To The Lymphatic System:
  • Processed foods
  • Conventionally raised meat
  • Artificial sweeteners
  • Conventional dairy
  • Sugar
  • Soy
  • Table salt

Dosage / Protocol

For 7-14 days-

Follow the above protocols for Lymphatic Massage and Dry Brushing daily. 2-3 times per day, and preferably on an empty stomach, take 20 drops of the Lymphatic Cleanse Tincture and, if desired, the Detox Tincture as well.  Children 6-12 use 10 drops of each.  Children 2-6 should use 5 drops of the Lymphatic Cleanse tincture and should skip the detox tincture. 

1-2 time a week you may use the Bath Tea for a detox bath. 

It is a good idea to choose several of the additional lymphatic flow tips lie sweating, exercise, contrast showers, etc. 

We routinely do group cleanses in our Wellness Library group on Facebook, and it’s a great place to find lots of cleanse approved recipes as well.

Customer reviews-

“Following your cleanses in 2023 changed my life! I learned so much about what affects MY body. I recommend them to so many people!”

“My teen had congested, painful ear clogging. I had the  lymph oil on hand, so I watched her video on how to do simple lymphatic massage around the ears using the oil and within minutes of trying it, it worked!”

“I love the fire cider and lost over 30 pounds and my health improved from doing the cleanse at the beginning of the year”

“The detox was wonderful, i’d like to do it again soon. ”

“Aside from feeling great while taking the detox and candida cleanse tinctures and following the dietary guideline, the following month the dentist commented, “Your cleaning and hygiene really improved. No plaque!” Hmm, I didn’t change my brushing+flossing routine and suspected the improvement was related to the tinctures… Now I’m learning about the importance of minerals for the mouth! All the supportive herbs in those tinctures had this amazing side effect of supporting dental health.”

Category: Detox

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