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Detoxifying the Lymphatic System

  • Writer: Nicole Longwell
    Nicole Longwell
  • Oct 20, 2014
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jan 14



The Hidden Drain: How to Detox and Flush Your Lymphatic System

Most of us are familiar with the blood circulatory system, but did you know your body has another circulatory network that is twice as large? This is the lymphatic system, often described as the "drains" of your house [00:16]. While we often focus on the quality of our blood, if the "drains" (the lymph) are clogged, the blood becomes toxic and viscous [01:07].

Why the Lymphatic System Matters

The lymphatic system is the body’s primary waste disposal unit. When it becomes stagnant, toxins back up, leading to a variety of symptoms [01:13]:

  • Physical Swelling: Rings getting tight, swollen ankles, or bloating around the belly [03:29].

  • Pain & Fatigue: Joint pain (especially in hands and feet), lethargy, and even conditions like fibromyalgia [03:43].

  • Hormonal & Skin Issues: Breast tenderness during menstruation, cellulite, rashes, and itchy skin [04:00].

The Stress Connection

Stress is highly acidic, and the lymphatic system simply does not drain well in an acidic environment. It thrives in an alkaline state [01:51]. This is why chronic stress—the cause of roughly 80% of disease—is so damaging to our internal "plumbing" [01:43].

Top Tips to Dstagnate Your Lymph

To keep your body's drains moving, Dr. Douillard suggests several natural strategies:

1. Eat Seasonally and Alkalize

  • Winter: Focus on red roots like beets, which thin the bile and move the lymph [05:38].

  • Spring: This is the natural time for detox. Increase your intake of berries, cherries, and leafy green vegetables to alkalize your body [05:52]. Aim for 70% alkaline and 30% acid foods [04:47].

2. The Hot Water Rehydration Technique Hydration is the simplest tool for lymph drainage. Try sipping hot water every 10 to 15 minutes throughout the day. This dilates the channels and encourages deep cellular rehydration [06:23].

3. Move and Breathe Your rib cage acts as a major lymphatic pump. Using nasal breathing during exercise helps pull toxic waste away from the intestinal tract and the lower extremities [07:10].

4. Herbal Support One of the most powerful Ayurvedic herbs for the lymph is Manjistha (the red root). It is specifically designed to destagnate and detoxify the system [05:15].

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