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The Lymphatic Message

When lymph flows, everything else flows, too.

WELCOME TO THE LYMPHATIC CLEANSE πŸ‹

WITH LISA LEVITT GAINSLEY
 

Hi Everyone! Welcome to Day 1 of

The 5 DAY LYMPHATIC CLEANSE!


Reminder: TODAY at 10am PT is our 🟒 LIVE GROUP ZOOM Kick Off Call

Don’t worry if you can’t make it, you will be able to find the
REPLAY on the Cleanse Home Page.

Here are the details:

LIVE ZOOM today: Monday at 10am PT | 1pm ET

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83470220498

Meeting ID: 834 7022 0498

Hi Friends,

Are you Ready…?!

First things first. Get your Journal. Get a glass of lemon water. Sip and set your intentions for this Cleanse.

It can be as simple as you wanting to learn new healthy recipes. Maybe you want to learn about The Lymphatic System, are hoping to heal gut issues, chronic inflammation, and reduce bloating.

Below is the suggested agenda for today. PLEASE NOTE: You can modify any ingredient/ recipe to suit your dietary restrictions, sensitivities, allergies, if are pregnant, breastfeeding, have medical conditions, want to eat less or are just TOO BUSY to do it all! Remember, YOU DON’T need to do everything perfectly! (I rarely do!) The goal of this Cleanse is to learn more ways to care for your body, mind and spirit.

*If there are any ingredients you are sensitive to or dislike, then swap them out for ones you know you respond to!

I look forward to seeing you during our LIVE GROUP ZOOM TODAY at 10am PST (the replay will be made available on the Cleanse Home Page afterwards)
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 ACCESS THE RECIPE BOOK HERE 🍊 
 

MONDAY

FIRST THING

Brush your teeth when you wake up in the morning. This will help remove plaque buildup.

Drink room temperature water (or warm water) with lemon. This will aid your digestion, support your lymphatic system in removing metabolic waste and help carry nutrients to your cells. Please continue to drink plenty of water throughout the day as it will help increase metabolism, lubricate your joints and is one of the building blocks to glowing skin! 

Meditate or Journal. You can even do this before you get out of bed. If you’re familiar with The Artist’s Way Morning Pages, they suggest writing down your thoughts immediately upon awakening before you even stand up. You can also carve out a small space in your home to sit and meditate each morning for a few moments before you start your day. I am recommitting to this one simple practice this week and I hope you do too. It’s powerful.

TAKE A SELFIE. No makeup. Document the beginning of your journey!

 MID MORNING

Drink a green juice. You can use either use a juicer or a blender.
RECIPE: Juice or blend 1/2 cup spinach, 1 peeled cucumber, 2 celery stalks, 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, 1/2 lemon squeezed, a couple sprigs of fresh mint, 1/3 green apple, (optional). Combine ingredients in blender or juicer. Drink & Enjoy!

BREAKFAST

SautΓ©ed Veggies with Mushrooms

Click on the tab below for the Recipe
 πŸ₯¦ SAUTΓ‰ED VEGGIES WITH MUSHROOMS RECIPE 


WINTER & KIDNEYS


Because it’s winter we are going to begin this Cleanse focusing on nourishing the Kidneys. In traditional Chinese medicine the kidneys' role in health extends beyond regulating the metabolism of water and fluids and filtering waste from the blood for removal from the body though the urine.

These essential organs are also traditionally believed to drive growth and development, reproductive function, hair, bones, ears and teeth health, plus allow the flow of creativity. The kidneys are associated with the storehouse of life force energy. When they are out of balance, we may feel drained & exhausted, fearful, worried, stuck and experience fluid retention. So, the start of your cleanse contains foods, herbs, exercises and lymphatic routines to nourish the kidneys + adrenals to restore your vitality. It’s important that you prioritize sleep. I recommend getting into bed earlier than usual this week with a cup of herbal tea and a good book.

LYMPH NODE BASICS

HOW TO MASSAGE YOUR LYMPH NODES

We are going to begin with massaging your major lymph node clusters. Stimulating your lymph nodes is the foundation to developing a proper lymphatic self-massage practice. Your lymph nodes help the body filter out toxins, bacteria, and viruses, and it’s where you will begin and end each self-massage routine. In the video below, I guide you through the basics of How to work with your Lymphatic System!

Please find two graphics from The Book of Lymph below the video to illustrate the Lymphatic drainage patterns of the body and the lymph nodes.
 β–ΆοΈ WATCH LISA’S VIDEO HERE 


LUNCH

Congee
Recipe from Phoebe Lapine

Congee is an ancient remedy in Traditional Chinese Medicine for a troubled, weakened or inflamed digestive system. With just a few ingredients simmered low and slow on the stove top (protein is required to repair and heal the lining of the GI tract) it’s a perfect dish to support your kidneys. This Congee recipe from SIBO Made Simple Cookbook author Phoebe Lapine is easily absorbed by your body and can help heal your gut. Phoebe has a new cookbook coming out next month called Carbivore- I highly recommend pre-ordering it now! You can check it out HERE.

*You can use mushrooms instead of chicken f you prefer a vegetarian option

Click on the tab below for the Recipe
 πŸš CONGEE RECIPE 


MID AFTERNOON

EXERCISE. Go for a walk today! I REALLY want you to commit to going for a walk EVERY DAY during the cleanse. Please do at least 20 minutes of mild aerobic activity. You can increase lymphatic circulation 10x the normal rate through exercise! Lymph flow depends on muscle movement. Some of the best exercises for your lymph system are also rebounding on a trampoline, biking, swimming, walking, dancing, yoga (especially inversions and twists which propel lymph from the lower half of your body back up towards your heart through the largest lymphatic vessel, the thoracic duct). 

🎧 While on your walk, you can listen to my podcast IT’S YOUR LYMPH πŸ’“

Below are some episodes that are a GREAT listen during this Cleanse!

Gut Check: The Gut–Brain Axis with Dr. Emeran Mayer 🎧 listen here

The Good, the Bad, and the Healthy with Elissa Goodman 🎧 listen here

Cutting-Edge Solutions: A Plastic Surgeon's Guide to Lymphatic Microsurgery with Dr. Ketan Patel
🎧 listen here

DINNER

Simple Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

This recipe is packed with ingredients such as vitamins C, E and antioxidants. Adding some nuts like almonds or walnuts are beneficial for liver health. I always like to begin the detox / cleanse with a simple salad. Keep it easy and light! *Feel free to alter any ingredients necessary.

Click on the tab below for the Recipe
 πŸ₯— SIMPLE SALAD WITH GREEN GODDESS DRESSING RECIPE 


πŸ›€ TAKE AN EPSOM SALT BATH

Epsom salt baths allows minerals to draw out toxins from the body. They can also help relieve sore muscles, pain and reduce inflammation. Plus, Epsom salt baths are known to calm the nervous system and improve digestion which can set you up for a good night sleep. If you have access to a sauna, that’s ideal too! *If you are diabetic, have eczema or open wounds do not use Epsom salt. Consider oatmeal or calming herbs.

☁️ GET PROPER SLEEP

The Glymphatic system in your brain works with your CSF (cerebral spinal fluid) to clear out amyloid plaque when you’re asleep (the plaque that’s involved with Alzheimers, Parkinsons and other neuro-degenerative diseases). Getting proper rest is vital to your body’s cleansing function. If you have an infrared biomat or Higherdose infrared blanket I recommend using it before bedtime.


🍡 Bed time Tea + JOURNAL / READ

Pour yourself a mug of mint or herbal tea and grab your journal. Before you go to sleep write an intention for this cleanse. What are you dedicating this time for? Is there something you want to manifest? Visualize how you want to feel, what you want to attract. Imagine it all coming true as you close your eyes to sleep tonight, my dear ones.

May you be in Good Lymphatic Health Always!

Xx,

Lisa
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