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Stress and its effect on the lymphatic system

What is stress? Feelings of being under too much mental or emotional pressure can turn into stress once you feel unable to cope. Whilst a normal part of everyday life, people have different ways of reacting to stress as well as different tolerance levels with some getting stressed more easily than others. It can affect your state of mind as well as how you behave. Emotionally you may feel: Overwhelmed Irritable Anxious Lacking in self-esteem Mentally you may have: Racing thoughts Constant worrying Difficulty concentrating & making decisions Physically you may experience: Headaches Muscle tension or pain Dizziness [...]

By The Lymphamaniac| 2019-09-25T12:12:55+01:00 September 25th, 2019|Health and wellbeing|0 Comments

Red alert!

Why seeing red is great for lymphatic health Did you know that red-staining foods are excellent for lymphatic health? Plants, fruit and vegetables traditionally used to produce red dyes (cherries, berries, pomegranates, beetroot and cranberries) were frequently used in Ayurvedic and other Eastern medicines to boost lymphatic flow when signs of stagnation occurred. This is because the compounds responsible for their intense colour (such as anthocyanins, lycopene and betalain) are powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. Research has shown that anthocyanins in particular are effective against cancer, ageing, neurological disease, chronic inflammation and diabetes. Deserving of particular attention are [...]

By The Lymphamaniac| 2019-06-25T17:18:27+01:00 June 25th, 2019|The Lymphatic System|0 Comments

Body Ballancer podcast with Liz Earle

Let's talk about lymph! Listen to Body Ballancer co-founder Naomi Northen-Ellis discuss all things lymphatic with the writer, TV presenter and health and beauty entrepreneur Liz Earle. Wellness with Liz Earle S4 E5: Lymph with Naomi Northen-Ellis

By The Lymphamaniac| 2019-06-25T17:19:33+01:00 April 2nd, 2019|Health and wellbeing|0 Comments

The Lymphatic System in Ayurvedic Medicine

The Water of Life What is Ayurveda? Ayurveda is the 5,000 year-old traditional Hindu system of medicine, which is based on the idea of balance in bodily systems and uses diet, herbal treatment, and yogic breathing to achieve this equilibrium. More than just a system of treating illness, Ayurveda is a science of life (Ayur = life, Veda = science or knowledge). It offers a body of wisdom designed to help people stay vibrant and healthy while realising their full human potential. Ayurveda and the lymphatic system Ayurveda considers the lymphatic system to be the most important system [...]

By The Lymphamaniac| 2019-03-13T14:08:20+00:00 March 13th, 2019|Health and wellbeing|0 Comments

Anatomy of the Lymphatic System

Anatomy of the lymphatic system There is much more to the lymphatic system than the network of vessels and nodes with which it is most commonly associated. Indeed there are several organs of the body that connect the lymphatic and immune systems together. Let’s start with one that many would not associate with the lymphatic system - Bone Marrow. Bone Marrow Red bone marrow is an extremely important part of the lymphatic system, as it produces lymphocytes - white blood cells that are responsible for identifying and destroying viruses, bacteria and other pathogens. B LYMPHOCYTES are responsible for [...]

By The Lymphamaniac| 2019-01-29T02:55:57+00:00 January 29th, 2019|The Lymphatic System|0 Comments

The Big Squeeze

The Big Squeeze See the great results experienced by US health and wellness blogger Sky Cowans after she tries the 'Rolls Royce of lymphatic flushes" for just 7 days.

By The Lymphamaniac| 2018-11-16T12:33:29+00:00 November 16th, 2018|Body Contouring|0 Comments

Three things that will enhance your fat-freezing results

Better, faster results! Since its approval by the US Food and Drug Administration in 2010, cryolipolysis - or fat freezing – has taken the aesthetic market by storm, allowing people to rid themselves of unwanted pockets of fat using a method that does not involve needles, cutting of the skin or other invasive procedures and without the risks posed by general anaesthetics. Initially designed to treat areas such as the abdomen, thighs and upper arms, the newer, smaller applicators can be used to target previously inaccessible areas of the body such as the knees, jawline and even armpit! [...]

By The Lymphamaniac| 2018-10-30T15:32:15+00:00 October 30th, 2018|Body Contouring|0 Comments

Simple stretches to improve lymphatic health

Stretch yourself! Whilst we would just love it if everyone could have a Body Ballancer® session two or three times a week, we realise that right now this is something we can only dream of! So, to help keep the lymph flowing until we reach this Nirvana, here are a number of simple stretches that will promote muscle contraction and movement, thus stimulating lymphatic flow. The first four exercises are the most important, as they focus on the neck and shoulder area, a part of the body that is especially significant, being the location of the upper thoracic [...]

By The Lymphamaniac| 2018-09-22T08:49:15+01:00 September 21st, 2018|The Lymphatic System|0 Comments

Body Ballancer and Pregnancy

Can the Body Ballancer® be used during pregnancy? Absolutely! A course of treatments - particularly during the third trimester - will not only relieve the discomfort of heaviness and tightness caused by water retention, it will also lessen or even prevent the formation of spider and varicose veins and reduce the appearance of cellulite – another unlovely side-effect of the hormonal changes that are part and parcel of the pregnancy journey. Why is it recommended? Significant hormonal changes occur during pregnancy which often leads to excessive water retention and fat accumulation – the latter particularly around the buttocks, [...]

By The Lymphamaniac| 2018-08-15T14:17:24+01:00 July 29th, 2018|Health and wellbeing|0 Comments

How to balance your microbiome

Guest blog by Ruth Flett of Nutrition Mind Body Balance Your microbiome supports your body to function well and be healthy. However, there are many things that influence it. You may not be nurturing yours as well as you could be. Read on to find out ways to balance your microbiome and encourage it to be body friendly. What exactly is the microbiome? The microbiome includes the microorganisms that live on your skin and inside your body cavities. Each of us has a unique microbiome inherited at birth and impacted by environmental exposure. Our gut makes up a huge [...]

By Ruth Flett| 2018-06-12T12:28:39+01:00 June 12th, 2018|Guest Blog|3 Comments