The importance of the lymphatic system to the body
Probably, not everyone will remember the existence of such a system as the lymphatic, if asked about the structure of a person. But it is one of the most important systems in our body. Imagine, I, like many others, every day, going to work, inhale a lot of exhaust gases that are emitted by passing cars, and other harmful substances. Why am I not dying? Because our body is guarded by the lymphatic system, which fights and removes all toxic substances that enter the body.
What is lymph?
In general, there are 2 circulation systems in the body. One of them is cardiovascular, the other is lymphatic. If everyone understands the action of the cardiovascular system, then what does the lymphatic system do? So, here the heart pumps blood saturated with useful substances, but it moves through the body and loses them. This is where lymph appears - a colorless liquid full of lymphocytes. It returns proteins, water, toxins into the bloodstream, and then utilizes them.
Lymph functions:
- return of proteins, salts, metabolites from tissues to blood;
- the formation of concentrated urine;
- collection of poisons and bacteria from tissues;
- providing communication between organs and tissues.
How can you stimulate the lymphatic system?
- taking a contrast shower;
- drinking clean water;
- lymphatic drainage;
- breathing techniques;
- doing exercises to contract (tension and relax) muscles;
- proper nutrition.
What foods will help lymph cleanse the body?
It happens that the lymphatic system cannot cope with the removal of toxins from our body, then we ourselves must help it. The easiest way to do this is with foods that you need to include in your diet.
1. Milk thistle
Everyone has seen this common weed plant, but not everyone knows about its beneficial properties. It contains such a substance - silibinin. The liver, when harmful substances are destroyed, itself is exposed to them. But this is where sibilinin comes to the rescue - an antioxidant that removes toxic compounds and cleanses the liver.
2. Dandelion
I remember how as a child, in the village, my grandmother made dandelion jam or added the leaves of this plant to salads. At that time, I did not know why she was doing this, because the leaves were very bitter and tasteless. It turns out that dandelion contains vitamins B, C, D and antioxidant properties in very large quantities, which help to destroy and remove toxins in the kidneys.
3. Apple Pectin
Pectin is a type of soluble fiber. It is added to food as a food additive. The pectin contained in apples has been nicknamed "the body's orderly" because it removes toxic substances, bad cholesterol, heavy metal ions and much more.
4. Bearberry
The miracle herb is rich in essential oils, vitamin C, trace elements, arbutin and more. Bearberry shoots and leaves are usually harvested to preserve nutrients. The plant is used as an antiseptic disinfectant for the kidneys.
Did you know about the functions of the lymphatic system? And do you help her to work correctly?