Yoga Teacher Training: The Lymphatic System

Lets face it, we really don't know much about this system.  Seems like its just simply ignored by most AP classes in general.  BUT it is very important and in yoga we can surely have a wonderful effect on health and well being.  

The lymphatic system helps the body with fluid exchange from the blood vessels, absorbs and transports fats, and removes pathogens.  It works when we move.  No movement, no worky.  The lymph vessels run alongside the blood vessels in the cardiovascular system.  These small vessels contain lymphatic fluid that circulates when the body moves, since there is no organ pumping the fluid through like the heart in the circulatory system.  Obviously this is just another reason that it is so very important to move the body.  Disease can be removed from the body with a healthy functioning lymphatic system.

The lymph fluid flows through the lymph vessels to the lymph nodes  These nodes are found in many places throughout the body, take a look at the picture below.  The lymph nodes encapsulate the toxins or foreign pathogens and remove them from the body through sweat or excretion.  Lymph nodes can  become swollen and sensitive when they are dealing with these toxins, makes sense doesn't it?  Lymph nodes are in the area of the throat, armpit, and inguinal area.

The spleen helps the lymph system by functioning as a large lymph node and filtering out toxins.  The thymus produces lymph cells called lymphocytes that support the lymph organs.  Who knew?  

Another fun and educational tidbit:  try dry brushing.  It's known to be a wonderful addition to maintaining a healthy lymphatic system.

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