Is there a routine to give yourself a lymphatic draining massage, or is it better to see a therapist?
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Yes, the exercises recommended will move lymph fluid, but you can massage yourself through the arm pits, neck area, and groin area using firm but gentle pressure using clockwise circular motions. We utilize self-massage allot in qi-gong.
There are also herbs that stimulate lymphatic drainage:
Trifolium pratense-Red Clover
A classic "blood cleanser", Red Clover is a preeminant detoxification herb and is classically used as an anti-tumor herb in the Essiac remedy.
Arctium lappa-Burdock Root
Drains lymphatic fluids, reduces toxins and removes uric acid. Burdock is highly effective for all types of skin ailments including acne, psoriasis, rashes and eczema. Historically used as an anti-tumor herb in Essiac remedy.
Plantago laceolata-Plantain herb
Plantain removes lymphatic congestion, neutralizes stomach acid and tones the entire digestive system, as well as the urinary tract.
Echinacea purpurea-Echinacea
Well known Native American herb once called "snake root". Drains lymph and removes toxins. Echinacea is best known for its ability to relieve the common cold.
Eupatorium purpureum-Gravel Root
Strengthens immune function and clears viral infections. Gravel Root or Joe Pye Weed also drains lymphatic fluids and uric acid. It supports urinary tract functions and clears urinary infections as well as stones.
Ocimum basilicum-Basil
Drains lymphatic fluids, stop coughing.
Galium aparin-Cleavers
Drains lymphatic fluids, diuretic, removes toxins. Cleavers is helpful in clearing eruptive skin conditions such as rashes, eczema, and rashes.
Yeah, they recommend yoga or any sports that move your body naturally pulse your lymph nodes to expel waste. Dance, yoga rock climbing, swimming. Vitamin c is the essential toxin scavenger as well.
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