I’m super excited to welcome Ida Preston onto the podcast today!Ida Preston is a licensed massage therapist, a manual lymphatic drainage therapist, and certified nutritional consultant. Ida and I connected on Instagram, and I’ve absolutely LOVED learning from her there!In today’s episode, Ida and I chat all about the lymphatic system, and the immense benefits that come from lymphatic drainage. The lymphatic system is an often-overlooked component of your health and well-being, but there is MUCH more to it than just ‘swollen lymph nodes’ when you’re sick! We also dive into how ‘blockages’ show up in the body + how lymphatic massage can help, holistic practices that can support you during perimenopause (and beyond), the best lymphatic drainage tools, and more.Whether you’re dealing with inflammation, autoimmune issues, or just want to incorporate more wellness practices to support your long-term health, this is a fascinating episode PACKED with goodness. I know you’ll love learning from Ida, and I can’t wait to hear how this information transforms your health & fitness journey!!**Disclaimer: this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health or wellness routine.In today’s episode, we cover:Ida’s introduction to lymphatic drainage & massage What happens when your lymph nodes get ‘stuck’ + how this can show up in your bodyUsing lymphatic massage for both cosmetic + long-term health benefitsBeing cautious of misleading health & beauty claims online How lymphatic work can support you during perimenopauseSimple + holistic self-care practices to implement into your regular routineWhere lymph nodes are located in the bodyWhen you should NOT use lymphatic drainageLymphatic drainage timing tips + tools/devices to help with thisHow to dry brush your body + the ‘honey vs. water’ analogy for hydrationHow to tell if you have stagnant lymph in your bodyLinks/Resources:Follow Ida on Instagram @massagesandmacrosCheck out Ida’s favorite lymphatic tools HEREJoin FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymPRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option)Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories!Join my FREE Facebook group, Kristy Castillo Fit!Click HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

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