What Impacts The Lymphatic
System?
The lymphatic system is vulnerable to trauma, illness, chemical sensitivities, food allergies, infections, and environmental pollutants. Applying sun block, practicing good skin care, and utilizing “green” cleaning products helps limit our vulnerability.
The lymphatic system can be damaged through trauma or surgery. This damaged area requires new pathways to compensate for injured tissue. Skin trauma including bug bites, sun burn, shaving, manicures & pedicures can actually invite bacteria into the body resulting in congestion from an overwhelmed lymphatic system.
To better support your lymphatic system, increase your water intake, get plenty of rest, use good skin care, increase your level of activity, and eat more protein and organic foods. Compression garments including socks, bike shorts and workout tights may also assist your lymphatic health. Please talk to your practitioner before considering these options.
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