Unlike Your Circulatory System That Is Controlled By Your Heart, The Lymph System Has No pump.

Your lymph system is equipped with a network of vessels throughout your body which transport lymph (a watery fluid) and is responsible for draining excess wastes from your system. This network, together with your lymph glands, is known as the lymphatic system.

The lymph glands are closely connected with breast cancer and you should make sure that you understand this link. Yes men do get breast cancer although it is not as prevalent as in women! Unlike your circulatory system that is controlled by your heart, the lymph system has no pump. The force of gravity, together with the contraction and relaxation of your muscles during movement is what keeps the lymph flowing.

It is extremely important to keep your lymphatic system in good working order by exercising, as complaints such as arthritis, cellulite, high blood pressure and even depression have been linked to poor lymphatic drainage. The health of your lymphatic system also depends on your innate constitution (some people are born healthier than others, your age (your immune system weakens as you grow older) and on how well you nourish your body is. Your standard of hygiene, your lifestyle and your mental and emotional state are also important.

Lymphatic drainage massage

This massage technique is a safe, effective and gentle approach to cleansing your body and keeping your lymphatic, and therefore your immune system, in tip top condition.

It is accomplished by a gentle rhythmic massage following the direction of the lymph flow. Mild stretching movements are used to direct the flow from the blocked areas towards other vessels that drain into the veins.

Before undergoing this treatment, you should discuss your full medical history with your therapist.

For more information on immunity go to the immune system and immune system boosters or immune system disorders.

The lymph system transports the lymph around the body and to keep this system in good working order you need to find out about detoxing.