Symptoms of a congested lymphatic system may include:

Swollen fingers , Soreness or stiffness (morning),  Feeling tired, Bloating/water retention, Itchy skin, Weight gain, extra belly fat, Swollen glands, Low immunity., Brain fog, Breast swelling or soreness with each cycle, Dry skin, Mild rash or acne, Hypersensitivity, Mild headaches, irritation to common environmental allergens, Occasional constipation,,  diarrhea, and/or mucus in the stool.

Some of the causes include:

Stress The chemistry of stress is degenerative and lymph congesting.

Digestive imbalances irritates intestinal villi, a classic reason for lymph  congestion. The majority of the lymph in the body surrounds the gut

Iodine deficiency Iodine helps lessen effects of a toxic environment

 What you can do to improve you lymphatic health?

Lymphatic Drainage Massage– We offer this treatment at CBM.

Exercise:  -Try rebounding which is jumping on a small or large trampoline.

Yin Yoga: Yin Yoga requires poses to be held anywhere from 3 to 10 minutes.

Walking: Just take a break and walk. Breathe as deep as possible while walking.

Legs up on the Wall: improves flow into legs., encouraging elimination of toxins

Standing Desk: . A standing desk makes it easier for everything to flow

 Hot & cold therapy At the end of shower, switch quickly from hot to cold
Dry Skin Brushing: Just brushing the skin with a natural bristle brush.