Lymphatic Drainage

An essential link to a healthy immunity

The lymphatic system is the most underrated part of our circulatory system. Our bodies contain about 50% more lymphatic fluid than blood, yet sadly many healthcare practitioners/medical organizations rarely consider the critical role lymph plays in preventing disease and keeping us healthy.

The lymphatic system has three primary functions:

• • First, its cells are primarily responsible for the immune response of the body. For this reason the lymphatic system is frequently called the immune system.
  • Second, the vessels for the lymphatic system actually represent a separate circulatory system in the human body. Unlike the cardiovascular circulatory system, the lymphatic system does not directly supply nutrients or oxygen to the tissues of the body, rather is primarily involved in the return of fluids from the tissues which includes the protein-rich fluid that escapes from the circulatory system’s blood vessels.
  • Finally, the lymphatic system is involved in the transport of select nutrients from the digestive system to the circulatory system.

Interesting Facts:

• • • The lymphatic system includes lymph fluid, lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, lymphocytes, tonsils, the spleen and the thymus gland.
    • The lymphatic system pumps 2-4 liters of lymph each, though the flow rate and volume may vary especially if lymph nodes are removed, damaged or destroyed.
    • The lymphatic system contains about 50% more lymphatic fluid than blood.
    • Your lymphatic system is your primary defense against bacteria, viruses and fungus.
    • Up to ten times as much virus resides in the lymph system as in the blood.
    • Your lymphatic system contains over 600 collection sites called lymph nodes.
    • Most chronic disease occurs at the junction of the lymph vessels called the lymph nodes.

If you suffer from two or more of the following, then Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy may be right for you!

• • Trouble with losing or gaining weight
  • Tender breasts or breast lumps
  • Fluid retention or Edema
  • Lymphedema
  • Post surgery swelling
  • Feeling tired, run down, sluggish or stressed
  • Lactic acid buildup in your muscles after exercise
  • Recurring colds and infections
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome or constipation
  • Poor circulation
  • Strong body odor
  • Cellulite