{"id":41178,"date":"2022-02-17T02:24:21","date_gmt":"2022-02-17T02:24:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=41178"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"detox-lymphatic-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Detox Your Lymphatic System: 15 Ways To Boost Your Body&#8217;s Detoxification Ability"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#What_Is_The_Lymphatic_System\" >What Is The Lymphatic System?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#How_Does_The_Lymphatic_System_Work\" >How Does The Lymphatic System Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#The_Benefits_Of_A_Well-Functioning_Lymphatic_System\" >The Benefits Of A Well-Functioning Lymphatic System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Signs_That_Your_Lymphatic_System_Is_Backed_Up\" >Signs That Your Lymphatic System Is Backed Up<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Digestive_Issues\" >Digestive Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Skin_Irritations_And_Disorders\" >Skin Irritations And Disorders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Muscle_Soreness_And_Stiffness\" >Muscle Soreness And Stiffness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Fatigue_And_Low_Energy\" >Fatigue And Low Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Generalized_Aches_And_Pains\" >Generalized Aches And Pains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Ear_Nose_And_Throat_Irritation_And_Infection\" >Ear, Nose And Throat Irritation And Infection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Headaches_And_Brain_Fog\" >Headaches And Brain Fog<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#What_Causes_Your_Lymphatic_System_To_Be_Backed_Up\" >What Causes Your Lymphatic System To Be Backed Up?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Lack_Of_Movement\" >Lack Of Movement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Hormonal_Imbalances\" >Hormonal Imbalances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Nutritional_Deficiencies\" >Nutritional Deficiencies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Stress\" >Stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Poor_Sleep\" >Poor Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Dehydration\" >Dehydration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Poor_Gut_Health\" >Poor Gut Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Toxicity_And_Pollution\" >Toxicity And Pollution<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#What_Can_You_Do_To_Boost_Your_Lymphatic_System\" >What Can You Do To Boost Your Lymphatic System?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Practice_Deep_Breathing\" >Practice Deep Breathing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Hydrate_Properly\" >Hydrate Properly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Take_A_Hot_And_Cold_Shower\" >Take A Hot And Cold Shower<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Massage_Your_Lymph_Glands\" >Massage Your Lymph Glands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Practice_Dry_Brushing\" >Practice Dry Brushing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Detox_Your_Home\" >Detox Your Home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Helpful_Supplementation\" >Helpful Supplementation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Eat_For_Detoxification\" >Eat For Detoxification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Exercise_Regularly\" >Exercise Regularly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Use_A_Far_Infrared_Sauna\" >Use A Far Infrared Sauna<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Wear_Natural_Fibers_And_Loose_Comfortable_Clothing\" >Wear Natural Fibers And Loose Comfortable Clothing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Avoid_Tight_Underwire_Bras_And_Underwear\" >Avoid Tight Underwire Bras And Underwear<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Carefully_Select_Cosmetics_And_Skin_Care_Products\" >Carefully Select Cosmetics And Skin Care Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Use_Essential_Oils_Safely\" >Use Essential Oils Safely<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#Drink_Herbal_Teas\" >Drink Herbal Teas<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you hear that our bodies are exposed to thousands of toxins and waste every day?\u00a0 The air, water, food, and even our own cells give off toxins. If the body doesn&#8217;t remove this waste daily &#8211; through urination, bowel movements, or perspiration &#8211; it can lead to many health problems. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That&#8217;s where the lymphatic system comes into play. It is one of the main routes our body uses to eliminate toxins and harmful substances. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our bodies work hard to keep us healthy, but we can do a lot to support their efforts by how we care for ourselves from the inside out. So what exactly is the lymphatic system? And, how can you boost its natural cleansing ability? Read on!<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Lymphatic_System\"><\/span><strong>What Is The Lymphatic System?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lymphatic system is a major part of our circulatory and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-vegan-cleanse\/\">immune systems<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s made up of the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3572233\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lymphatic vessels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; a system of thin tubes that carry lymph, a colorless fluid containing immune cells, to the blood vessels\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lymphocytes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; white blood cells that fight off infections and tumors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lymph nodes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; small bean-shaped organs where lymphocytes battle external invaders such as viruses and bacteria<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tonsils, Adenoids, Appendix, and Peyer&#8217;s patches<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; smaller collections of lymphocytes found in the digestive, respiratory, and genitourinary systems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Thymus<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211;\u00a0 an organ in the chest that produces T-cells\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spleen<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; filters waste from the blood and breaks it down into substances that can be carried safely through the body by the lymphatic system\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bone marrow<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; where new blood cells are produced, including immune cells such as red and white blood cells and platelets<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_The_Lymphatic_System_Work\"><\/span><strong>How Does The Lymphatic System Work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The body&#8217;s tissues have tiny spaces between cells called interstitial spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In these spaces, fluid and waste circulate freely through the body. For example, blood brings oxygen and nutrients to the cells via capillaries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cells then produce waste products that need to be transported elsewhere. The spaces between them contain lymphatic fluid, which will enter larger lymphatic vessels if they are open &#8211; through simple movement or massage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3572233\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When lymphatic vessels are blocked, that can increase your risk of developing serious health conditions such as cellulite, edema, and lymphatic fluid buildup (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3572233\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s so important to help your body eliminate those toxins and waste products. That helps maintain the normal function of all the cells in the body &#8211; including those that make up your skin!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/detox-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">Detox Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38813 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5476-1024x576.png\" alt=\"detox lymphatic system\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5476.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5476-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5476.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5476.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benefits_Of_A_Well-Functioning_Lymphatic_System\"><\/span><strong>The Benefits Of A Well-Functioning Lymphatic System<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lymphatic system helps <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-day-juice-detox\/\">maintain proper fluid balance<\/a> in your body by draining excess fluid and bringing it back to the bloodstream. The lymphatic system also removes toxins and other harmful substances from the tissues, helping to protect your body from disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3572233\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lymphatic vessels can be found throughout the body &#8211; including in your neck, underarms, groin area, and intestines. They help maintain normal immune function and prevent disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the lymphatic system doesn&#8217;t work properly, it can lead to an overgrowth of microbes in some areas of the body. This can result in swelling known as lymphedema, which is a common problem for people with lymphoma.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_That_Your_Lymphatic_System_Is_Backed_Up\"><\/span><strong>Signs That Your Lymphatic System Is Backed Up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several signs that you may be suffering from lymphatic congestion. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digestive_Issues\"><\/span><strong>Digestive Issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may experience sluggish bowel function, constipation, or bloating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3026597\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These symptoms are often associated with eating a diet high in processed foods containing hydrogenated oils, trans fats, added sugars and salts, animal fats, chemical preservatives, food additives, refined carbohydrates, artificial sweeteners, food dyes, gluten, soybeans, dairy products, or alcohol.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skin_Irritations_And_Disorders\"><\/span><strong>Skin Irritations And Disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unexplained skin irritations and rashes, such as eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, hives, itching, and redness can be warning signs of a buildup of toxins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3572233\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Muscle_Soreness_And_Stiffness\"><\/span><strong>Muscle Soreness And Stiffness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may feel less mobile with an achy or stiff feeling in your muscles, especially after sitting or standing for long periods of time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/8353-lymphedema#management-and-treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other areas that are more prone to lymphatic fluid retention are the lower legs, ankles, feet, and stomach. Your arms may fall asleep, and you may experience pressure on your chest, as well as a feeling of fullness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/8353-lymphedema#management-and-treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38812 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5482-1024x576.png\" alt=\"detox lymphatic system\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5482.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5482-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5482.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5482-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5482.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fatigue_And_Low_Energy\"><\/span><strong>Fatigue And Low Energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lymphatic congestion can sap your energy and leave you feeling drained all day long. It can interfere with detoxification processes, making it harder for your body to eliminate toxins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17635902\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Generalized_Aches_And_Pains\"><\/span><strong>Generalized Aches And Pains<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may feel pain in your muscles and joints, or even all over the body. This is a sign of lymphedema, which happens when lymphatic fluid builds up (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/8353-lymphedema#management-and-treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ear_Nose_And_Throat_Irritation_And_Infection\"><\/span><strong>Ear, Nose And Throat Irritation And Infection<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may experience recurrent sore throats, sinus drainage or infections, itching in your ears, or ear aches. This is a sign of lymphatic fluid buildup around the inner ear (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11568618\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Headaches_And_Brain_Fog\"><\/span><strong>Headaches And Brain Fog<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you feel headaches or pressure in your head, this can be one of the signs that your lymphatics are blocked. The same goes for brain fog, difficulty focusing, headaches, and memory loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mpateldds.com\/dental-sleep-medicine\/lymphatic-systems-connection-migraines-sleep\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Your_Lymphatic_System_To_Be_Backed_Up\"><\/span><strong>What Causes Your Lymphatic System To Be Backed Up?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A backed up lymphatic system can be caused by internal and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-day-detox-to-lose-weight\/\">external factors<\/a> such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lack_Of_Movement\"><\/span><strong>Lack Of Movement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper lymphatic flow requires that you move around and get the body pumping (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5063934\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The more sedentary your lifestyle, the harder it is for your lymphatic system to work properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38804 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5463-1024x576.png\" alt=\"detox lymphatic system\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5463.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5463-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5463.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5463.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_Imbalances\"><\/span><strong>Hormonal Imbalances<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The balance of hormones in the body has a big impact on your lymphatic system. Low estrogen levels can cause an accumulation of fluid in the lower legs and feet, as well as a sluggish lymphatic system (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/afp\/2013\/0715\/p102.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_Deficiencies\"><\/span><strong>Nutritional Deficiencies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your lymphatic system needs healthy, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-comes-out-of-your-body-when-you-detox\/\">nutrient-rich foods<\/a> to work properly, such as leafy green vegetables and high-quality proteins. Eating highly processed foods especially those containing gluten, trans fats, hydrogenated oils, refined carbohydrates, chemicals, and additives will block the function of your lymphatic system (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pagepressjournals.org\/index.php\/vl\/article\/view\/8220\/8246\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stress\"><\/span><strong>Stress<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re experiencing a lot of stress, your body is flooded with cortisol, which inhibits your lymphatic system from functioning optimally (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1361287\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poor_Sleep\"><\/span><strong>Poor Sleep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your lymphatic system is very active when you sleep, but if you&#8217;re awake for most of your sleeping hours, your body can&#8217;t properly flush out toxins.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dehydration\"><\/span><strong>Dehydration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body can&#8217;t flush out toxins properly if your cells are dehydrated, which dries up the extracellular fluid.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poor_Gut_Health\"><\/span><strong>Poor Gut Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have an imbalance of good and bad bacteria in your digestive tract, the toxins are not being properly eliminated. This allows them to build up in the body, which can block lymphatic drainage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3026597\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Toxicity_And_Pollution\"><\/span><strong>Toxicity And Pollution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you eat clean and healthy foods, if you&#8217;re exposed to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/celery-juice-detox\/\">toxins<\/a> on a regular basis, they can build up in your lymphatic system (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/2672474\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This includes pollutants you&#8217;re exposed to through the environment, household products, food additives, processed foods, synthetic ingredients, alcohol, and pharmaceuticals\/medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/28-day-sugar-detox\/\">The 28-Day Sugar Detox: Here\u2019s How To Improve Your Health By Cutting Out Sugar From Your Diet<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38684 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5285-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5285.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5285-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5285.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5285.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Do_To_Boost_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><\/span><strong>What Can You Do To Boost Your Lymphatic System?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several things you can do to help <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/dandelion-tea-detox\/\">your body<\/a> get rid of toxins and waste products.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Deep_Breathing\"><\/span><strong>Practice Deep Breathing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lymphatic system has no pump like the heart in the circulatory system. It relies on movement, muscle contractions, and gravity to push fluid throughout the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It needs the downward pressure of deep breathing to help get things moving along. Practice long, slow breaths whenever you remember to do so. Deep, slow diaphragmatic breathing for even 10 minutes each day will oxygenate the blood, circulate the lymph especially in the torso, and help your body detox (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.piedmont.org\/living-better\/keeping-your-lymphatic-system-healthy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hydrate_Properly\"><\/span><strong>Hydrate Properly<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body needs water to help flush out the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-detox-diet-lose-10-17-pounds\/\">toxins<\/a>. Ensure you&#8217;re drinking enough pure, clean water throughout the day to keep your lymphatic fluid moving along. Without it, your body can&#8217;t eliminate waste products well and they can build up in tissues causing a toxic overload in your system (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.piedmont.org\/living-better\/keeping-your-lymphatic-system-healthy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_A_Hot_And_Cold_Shower\"><\/span><strong>Take A Hot And Cold Shower<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrotherapy is a great way to boost lymphatic flow and circulation. It will help get your blood pumping, increase detoxification, and ease muscle tension (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4049052\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It does so by contracting and dilating your lymphatic vessels as you alternate the temperature of your shower water. Take several minutes\u00a0 to warm your entire body, then turn the water as cold as you can stand it. This will flush out <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1-day-detox\/\">toxins<\/a> and stimulate lymphatic vessels for improved <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-detox\/\">detoxification<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Massage_Your_Lymph_Glands\"><\/span><strong>Massage Your Lymph Glands<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lymph glands are located all throughout the body, including the neck, armpits, chest, abdomen, groin, pelvis and under the feet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massaging these areas can boost lymphatic fluid draining. This will help your body eliminate toxins to prevent them from building up in tissues and causing cellular damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can stimulate them by hand or with a massage tool, either during or after a hot shower, or if you have time throughout your day. You can also use a dry brush to help massage your lymph glands throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38673 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5486-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5486.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5486-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5486.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5486-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5486.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Dry_Brushing\"><\/span><strong>Practice Dry Brushing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry brushing is a great way to stimulate your lymphatic system and improve circulation. It will help with detoxification by increasing lymphatic flow and draining, which helps rid the body of toxins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s easy to do \u2013 simply use a natural bristle brush and gently brush your skin in circular motions towards the heart. Start at your feet and move up toward your heart.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Detox_Your_Home\"><\/span><strong>Detox Your Home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your home environment can also cause poor detoxification in your body, depending on what chemicals you&#8217;re exposed to in cleaning products, plastics, paint, furniture, carpets, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many cleansing protocols you can use specifically designed for homes that will help you eliminate the toxins and clean your environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helpful_Supplementation\"><\/span><strong>Helpful Supplementation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain supplements can also help with lymphatic system function, including nettle leaf, dandelion root, parsley leaf, cleavers herb\/leaf, burdock root tincture, L-lysine amino acid, vitamin C, thymus glandular (especially if you&#8217;re over the age of 40), and whey protein.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_For_Detoxification\"><\/span><strong>Eat For Detoxification<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliminating foods that are difficult to digest, inflammatory, or that cause food sensitivity is important for lymphatic drainage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes foods like gluten, dairy, eggs, corn, soy, legumes (including peanuts), nightshade vegetables (such as peppers, tomatoes, and eggplant), and processed foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s also helpful to limit high-sugar fruits like oranges, bananas, grapes and pineapple , which can feed yeast overgrowth in the gut. Other fermented foods may be well tolerated by some people but not others depending on how your body responds to them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain fruits that are high in antioxidants can help boost antioxidant levels in your body , which is necessary to help prevent cellular damage, especially after exposure to free radicals. This includes berries of all kinds, pomegranates, grapefruit, oranges, plums, currants, cherries, and pineapple (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/resources\/blog\/enjoy-the-health-benefits-of-berries\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding lemons to water throughout the day, and using fresh-squeezed lemon juice in your water or as a flavoring to your foods is also helpful for lymphatic flow and cleansing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Processed sugar of all kinds (including agave, honey, maple syrup, coconut sap sugar, brown rice syrup, cane juice, etc.) should be eliminated from the diet because these will feed yeast and parasites in your gut, causing them to flourish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limit or completely eliminate caffeine, alcohol, fried foods, hydrogenated oils\/margarine, processed meats, smoked meat products, and fast food from your diet as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\">Keep yourself in prime shape<\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38669 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5490-1024x576.png\" alt=\"detox lymphatic system\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5490.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5490-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5490.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5490.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise_Regularly\"><\/span><strong>Exercise Regularly<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that lymphatic drainage will improve when we move our bodies and get the blood pumping.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can do this through exercise. Remember to keep it simple and start slowly, especially if you&#8217;re not used to moving your body regularly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people find rebounding (jumping on a mini-trampoline) is helpful for stimulating lymphatic flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also practice lymphatic yoga, which is gentle and restorative in nature. It focuses on holding poses for long periods of time to help stimulate lymphatic drainage through movement within a pose rather than moving from one pose to the next.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_A_Far_Infrared_Sauna\"><\/span><strong>Use A Far Infrared Sauna<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a far infrared sauna is also helpful for detoxification. The far infrared waves penetrate deep into the body and cause an increase in core temperature which will help boost lymphatic flow and elimination through sweating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5941775\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important to drink plenty of water before, during and after using a sauna because it can further enhance elimination through the kidneys and the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wear_Natural_Fibers_And_Loose_Comfortable_Clothing\"><\/span><strong>Wear Natural Fibers And Loose Comfortable Clothing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s helpful to wear natural fabrics and loose comfortable clothing when detoxing your lymphatic system because it will allow for optimal flow of the lymph fluid. Choose fibers such as cotton,\u00a0 linen, silk, tencel, merino wool and hemp .<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Tight_Underwire_Bras_And_Underwear\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Tight Underwire Bras And Underwear<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can also include wearing a bra that does not have an underwire, as this can create more blockage in the lymphatic system. Remember, you have a large cluster of lymph nodes right under the bust line where your breasts rest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For men, tight pants and briefs are not good for lymphatic flow either, so you&#8217;re better off wearing loose boxers or pants with an easy elastic waistband rather than tight briefs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Detox_Your_Lymphatic_System\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38651 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5283-1024x576.png\" alt=\"detox lymphatic system\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5283.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5283-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5283.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5283-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5283.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carefully_Select_Cosmetics_And_Skin_Care_Products\"><\/span><strong>Carefully Select Cosmetics And Skin Care Products<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your skin is the largest organ of elimination and absorption- much more so than the liver, kidneys, and lungs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So it&#8217;s important to take care of your skin by wearing natural cosmetics and skincare products that are gentle on the skin, free of toxins and metals, fragrances, colors, gluten, parabens, formaldehyde donors, phthalates, toxic preservatives, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seek out products that are biocompatible with your body, containing only natural minerals, plant extracts, and essential oils.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Essential_Oils_Safely\"><\/span><strong>Use Essential Oils Safely<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using essential oils can be helpful for detoxification because they have the ability to penetrate deep into the layers of cells where toxins are stored (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33523705\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Oils that are particularly helpful include grapefruit, lemon, ginger, fennel, cypress, peppermint, lavender, and eucalyptus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix these oils together in a glass spray bottle (avoid plastics!) along with filtered water. Spray the mixture into your hair or on your skin, or inhale it 3-4 times throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffer from a medical condition, please consult with your health care provider prior to using essential oils.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drink_Herbal_Teas\"><\/span><strong>Drink Herbal Teas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are herbal teas that boost lymphatic action (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8308238\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red clover blossom<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red raspberry leaf<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yarrow root<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oatstraw<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wild indigo root<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goldenseal\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive leaf tea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mullein<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleavers leaf<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can enjoy 2 to 3 cups of herbal tea blends daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your lymphatic system is your body&#8217;s natural waste management system. 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Read on!<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>What Is The Lymphatic System?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lymphatic system is a major part of our circulatory and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-vegan-cleanse\/\">immune systems<\/a>.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It's made up of the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3572233\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lymphatic vessels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> - a system of thin tubes that carry lymph, a colorless fluid containing immune cells, to the blood vessels\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lymphocytes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> - white blood cells that fight off infections and tumors<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lymph nodes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> - small bean-shaped organs where lymphocytes battle external invaders such as viruses and bacteria<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tonsils, Adenoids, Appendix, and Peyer's patches<\/b><span styl ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/","url":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/","name":"Detox Your Lymphatic System: 15 Ways To Boost Your Body's Detoxification Ability - BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shutterstock_1926781991.jpg","dateModified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00","description":"How can you detox your lymphatic system? 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