• Can Lymphatic Drainage Help With Weight Loss?

    What is the lymphatic system’s role in weight loss? The lymphatic system’s role in weight loss is to absorb digestive fat from the small intestine and transport it through the bloodstream, where it can be used as energy or removed as waste. When the lymphatic system stops functioning properly and becomes sluggish, fat absorption becomes impaired, and fat accumulates in tissues. Over time this accumulation can lead to noticeable weight gain and extra difficulty releasing weight. A strongly functioning lymphatic system is essential for healthy weight loss and overall health and wellness as we go through life. Genetics and personal medical history are leading factors for developing lymphatic dysfunction. Lifestyle factors like stress, sitting all day, sedentariness, and poor posture [...]