Using your fingers or a soft brush, make small circular motions, starting from your extremities (feet, hands) and moving toward your heart. This helps to dislodge toxins and boosts circulation. It’s also a well-deserved moment of relaxation to treat yourself to regularly.
Castor oil: your natural ally
Widely used in naturopathy, castor oil is known for its stimulating properties on the immune system. Applied as a poultice to the lower abdomen or liver area, it promotes the elimination of toxins.
The right way: Soak a clean cloth in slightly warmed oil, place it on your skin, cover with plastic wrap and then a hot water bottle, and lie down for 30 to 45 minutes. Do this once or twice a week to support your inner balance.
Inversion, or the art of trusting gravity
Using an inversion table (or simply raising your legs against a wall) allows you to take advantage of gravity to circulate lymph. In an inclined position, stagnant fluids are “pulled” towards the upper body, which lightens the legs and stimulates detoxification.
Plants that are good for your lymphatic system
Certain plants are true allies for naturally supporting drainage. Among them:
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