Get Rid Of Toxins (& Bloating)

Have you made any fun (or crazy) purchases during the pandemic?

I’m having fun with the mini tramp I got back in April when my allergies and left foot plantar fasciitis flared up.

I think a lot of people had the same idea because it wasn’t easy to find one in stock when I ordered it online.

It’s been great to spice up my workouts and beat the heat this summer, but also for my daily lymph care.

Your lymphatic system is part of your circulatory and immune system. It helps your body flush out waste and toxins.

Here are some simple and gentle ways to support your lymph system that'll also help boost your immune system. 

4 TIPS FOR YOUR DAILY LYMPH CARE

1. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate.  Ideally with water and especially after stretching, massage and/or breath work which can stir up toxins held in your tissue. Squeezing fresh lemon into a glass of water first thing in the morning will support your lymph system also.
2. Dry Brushing.  You can find a dry brush at any grocery store or online.  Use it before you shower by brushing your whole body except your face (this is done directly on your skin). Always brush toward your heart and in circular motions (about the size of an apple) with light pressure. Start with each arm from fingers to shoulder.  Next brush from your hips to your collar bones/shoulders on all sides. And finally, from your toes to your hips. The whole body only takes a few minutes. You’ll love how soft your skin feels. Remember not to get the brush wet.
3. Take an Epsom Salt Bath.  Soaking for 20 minutes in a warm Epsom Salt Bath will help pull the toxins out through your skin (another one of your major detox organs) as a back up support for your lymph system. ALWAYS do Epsom Salt Baths every few days when you are doing a diet detox.  The goal of a detox is cleaning out your gut which then helps your lymph system pull even more toxins that are stored in your fat cells (woo hoo). The Epsom salt bath helps pull toxins out through your skin.  It’s like soaking in the ocean but at home. 
4. Shake it out.  Stand and bounce gently through your arms/elbows and knees like you are standing on a trampoline (or get a mini tramp, like me, to do this). Keep your heels grounded while you bounce for a few minutes.  This gentle “bouncing” motion helps your lymph system flow better.  This also makes for a great mini moves break from screen time to help you refocus, re-energize, and get your blood flowing.

Start with one of these tips and keep adding on as you listen to how your body feels.  Your lymph system is always working hard for you.  These tips will help make its job so much easier. They also help me feel less bloated.  It's a win win.

Shake it out!

P.S. Want Better Sleep?

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