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Lymphatics and your wellbeing – why it’s more than swelling and puffiness

If you follow me on the socials, you may have noticed I repost from Bianca and team at Lymphatica Therapy and Body Detox based in South Africa. An absolutely outstanding free resource that is researched and not only covers lymphatic health but also other areas in wellbeing. I thoroughly recommend following
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So on to the good stuff! This little snippet from Lymphatica Therapy and Body Detox covers off a topic close to my heart, lymphatic wellbeing.

The lymphatic system matters—more than most people know

It is more more than just “swelling” and “puffiness”

Most people only hear about the lymphatic system when something goes wrong:
• A cancer diagnosis
• Post-surgical swelling
• Lymphoedema
• An infection or injury

But here’s what the textbooks don’t always highlight:

The lymphatic system is one of your body’s greatest healing tools

And it wasn’t designed to help with just one condition—it was created to support you in dozens of ways, every single day.

So what does the Lymphatic System actually do?

• It removes waste from every tissue in your body
• It transports immune cells to where they’re needed most
• It absorbs fats and nutrients from the gut
• It regulates fluid balance so you don’t swell or dehydrate
• It supports mental clarity, hormonal flow, and inflammation control

Your lymphatic system is like a silent river beneath the skin—it flows, it filters, and it fights for you, every single day

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Isn’t Just for Lymphoedema

Manual lymphatic drainage was never meant to be a therapy for just one thing!

It’s a supportive tool that helps the body heal from so many different conditions, including:
• Chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia
• Autoimmune disease
• Digestive issues & bloating
• Hormonal imbalance
• Post-surgery recovery
• Mental fog and anxiety
• Burnout, stress, and trauma stored in tissue

The takeaway? Love your lymph!

Book online as I am here to help you on your lymphatic wellness journey

Charmaine

Content credit to Lymphatica Therapy and Body Detox
Posted on September 2, 2025
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