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Here are some of the many noteworthy benefits of massage:

Boosts immune system.
Promotes circulation.
Reduces stress and increases relaxation.
Lowers heart rate and blood pressure.
Decreases pain, soreness, and tension.
Improves range of motion, posture, and flexibility

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Move Lymph Daily

Lymph is a fluid in the body that removes the toxins from the body through the lymph nodes. This boosts the immune system and may increase longevity. The body does not circulate lymph very well on its own, therefore it can become stagnant which can inhibit health. This is why it is best to help it move daily, or as regularly as we can. Consistency is key!

*Some ways to move lymph are listed below.

For more detailed info on lymph, this is a great article to read:

The Lymphatic System and Relaxation: Benefits of Moving Lymph Fluid (drpompa.com)

Take a Sea Salt Soak

Sea Salt Soaks are very beneficial for us. I highly recommend taking one as soon after a massage as possible, as well as weekly. They are good for us because:

• They move lymph.

• Sea salt soaks reduce stress. They are very relaxing and rejuvenating.

• We absorb the naturally-occurring, well-balanced compound of minerals from the sea salt. Minerals are essential to our bodies because they are one of the first nutrients our bodies use under stress.

*Recommended instructions are below.

Eat a Healthy, Well-Balanced Diet

According to general health guidelines made by medical health professionals, it is recommended to eat a balanced, healthy diet according to dietary guidelines suggested to you by a medical professional. Also as a part of a healthy diet, they urge people to maximize the dark, leafy greens but include other non-starchy vegetables as well. It is also advised to keep sugar intake, which includes alcohol, low and salt intake at least moderate.

Stretch Regu;arly

What causes the general tightness and achiness in our muscles is toxin build-up. Generally, toxins are known to very potentially cause illness and/or disease. Therefore, stretching, regularly will not only help us feel better but could also very possibly keep us healthier longer.

Take Good Quality Supplements

Many different, reputable health experts debate about whether even the healthiest of diets provide enough necessary nutrients regularly enough. It is recommended to find a trusted and knowledgeable health expert to help you decide what is best for you to do or not do regarding nutritional supplements.

Meditate Regularly

Meditation is known to tremendously benefit the mind, body, and spirit. Stress has been found to cause many health issues. Sitting in silence and trying to clear the mind can be difficult for many people. Some other options are listening to guided meditations or instrumental, relaxing, spa-like music. Adding deep breathing exercises to your could easily deepen the state of relaxation. This can also be done by itself as another type of meditation. Do what resonates with you.

GREAT, EFFECTIVE WAYS TO MOVE LYMPH

• Do 30 minutes of light, easy cardio, such as a walk or bike ride, preferably outside when possible. This is also an incredible stress reliever.

• Take a 20-minute sea salt soak, only once per week unless otherwise instructed by a doctor.

• (Most Efficient) Jump on a mini trampoline, called a rebounder, for 10 minutes. One can find these pretty affordably on Amazon, of course.

• Get a manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage or a SMRT massage. I do both of these.

• Dry brush. One can use a long-handled, soft-bristled bath brush to make long, soft, and easy strokes all over the whole body, toward the heart. I suggest starting at the feet, working all the way up the torso. Then, do the arms. This can be done daily.

SEA SALT SOAK RECIPE AND INSTRUCTIONS

1/2 Cup of Pink Himalayan Sea Salt

1/4 Cup of Baking Soda (helps the skin not dry out from the salt)

10 Drops or Dropperful of Relaxing Essential Oil, such as lavender, or a Blend

*These above amounts are for a standardized bathtub. Double for a jacuzzi tub.

Start running a warm bath and immediately start dissolving the sea salt and baking soda as thoroughly as possible. Then add essential oil(s). Feel free to make it a whole spa experience by including candles and relaxing music. Submerge your body as best you can and aim to soak for at least 15 to 20 minutes.

***Limit sea salt soaks to only once per week, unless otherwise instructed by a doctor.