Written by: Mariella Comparelli, Founder of Bilancia Spa 

Did you know that the lymphatic system in our body plays an important role in maintaining our overall health by supporting the immune system, regulating fluid balance in the body, and assisting with the removal of toxins?

If you’re dealing with menopause, there is emerging research showing that the optimal health of the lymphatic system reduces the challenging side effects menopause can bring. During menopause, the body goes through a transformation, and the lymphatic system is directly impacted. When the vessels change, it impacts weight, fluid retention, and energy. This is why it’s vital to take care of this integral body system, especially when entering a new stage of life like menopause.

If you’re curious about the specific benefits of lymphatic drainage, here are just a few of the many. 

Reduced inflammation:

One of the main symptoms of lymphatic system irregularity is increased swelling in the body. Fluid retention from a blocked lymphatic system can cause parts of the body to swell including hands, legs, feet, neck, face, and lymph nodes. There are many natural ways you can decrease swelling in the body due to poor lymphatic drainage including exercising, a proper diet, and of course, a lymphatic drainage massage. A proper lymphatic drainage experience, will help to reduce swelling in the body, with effects lasting throughout the weeks to come.

Boosted immune system:

Lymphatic drainage massages stimulate the lymphatic system, helping the body eliminate toxins, which in turn, helps to boost the immune system. The lymphatic system is just one step of the process in the body’s way of removing toxins as this system passes waste to the bloodstream, then to liver and kidneys, and finally eliminated through urine and stool. The lymphatic system also works with the immune system to produce lymphocytes which are a type of white blood cell used to protect the body.

Reducing Water Retention: 

It’s quite common for many women in perimenopause and menopause to experience bloating and water retention. This can be due to lifestyle choices, such as eating too much sodium or processed foods. It can also be caused by the drop in estrogen levels which impacts the production of bile, making it harder to break down fats and foods. A gentle lymphatic drainage massage has the ability to move fluid from swollen and bloated areas in the body leading to reduced puffiness.

Boosting Circulation:

Lymphatic drainage massages can help you radiate beauty naturally. When this system is holding onto waste and fluid retention, it can cause you to look more swollen and increase puffiness. The good news is that lymphatic drainage massages allow for better circulation leading to a natural skin glow and radiance. Many women with menopause love the results of the way their skin looks and feels after consistent lymphatic drainage sessions! They’ve also reported that they have an increase in energy due to the oxygenation in tissues. 

Detoxification:

Think of your lymphatic system as a free flowing river, coursing throughout your body. Now think of a blocked lymphatic system as a dam that inhibits that river to flow with ease. It can cause disruption in what the system does best, which is work in harmony and efficiency in the body. A lymphatic drainage massage allows for those blockages in the system to be alleviated which supports your body in naturally detoxifying. The detoxification support from this massage will lead to reduced inflammation, allowing you to be more free of any pesky menopausal symptoms weighing you down.

We’re excited to let you know that you’ll have the opportunity to try our state of the art lymphatic drainage technology called the Ballancer®Pro at the National Menopause Show on October 26th! This lymphatic drainage system is FDA approved and known as, “the Rolls Royce of lymphatic massage.” At Bilancia Spa, many of our clients with challenging symptoms of perimenopause and menopause have found immense relief from lymphatic drainage massages using this technology. We are thrilled to have you try it at the show. Come visit us at booth 422, we can’t wait to see you there!