12/06/2025
I like to post these things about the lymphatic system because I always stress the importance of lymphatic drainage to all my clients. A bogged down lymphatic system never serves us well.
When receiving Cryo slimming, the fat cells are permanently destroyed by freezing, crystallizing, and shattering, and is removed through the lymphatic system. I always emphasize the importance of adequate water intake as well as movement which are the two things required to move lymph fluid, regardless of if you are receiving the treatment or not…but even more so if you are.
Unlike the circulatory system, which is able to pump via the heart, the lymphatic system does not have this benefit. Therefore, these two things are required in order to properly evacuate the waste debris, such as destructed fat cells, pathogens, viruses, bacteria, cancer cells, and all cellular debris from your body.
Incidentally, toxins are stored in fat cells and can inhibit your ability to lose weight, not to mention affect your health. Receiving Cryoslimming completely destroys the fat cells and everything in it, which are then expelled through the lymphatic system. This is a healthy byproduct and perk to this treatment. Lessening your toxic burden can help to reduce systemic inflammation, which is at the root of all illness and disease and can actually cause genes to express.
When inflammation is quelled, it reduces the stress on the body overall, immune function can improve, it can in part can stop genes from expressing (turning on), and can also contribute to the resetting of your metabolic system which in turn can directly influence your Cryoslimming results in a positive way.
^There is some food for thought. Maybe this will inspire you to implement some positive, healthy changes which could impact your quality of life in a very positive way.
🩸 The Endocrine System & The Lymphatic System – Two Hidden Networks That Shape Your Health
The endocrine system and the lymphatic system are often taught separately — one controlling hormones, the other handling immunity and fluid balance. But in reality, they are deeply connected. When one struggles, the other often feels the impact.
📍 Quick Refresher
The Endocrine System – A network of hormone-producing glands that control metabolism, growth, stress response, reproduction, and more. These include:
1. Pituitary Gland – The “master gland” in the brain controlling many other glands.
2. Pineal Gland – Regulates sleep-wake cycles through melatonin.
3. Thyroid Gland 🦋 – Regulates metabolism and energy.
4. Parathyroid Glands – Control calcium and bone metabolism.
5. Adrenal Glands – Manage stress, blood pressure, and metabolism.
6. Pancreas – Controls blood sugar through insulin and glucagon.
7. Ovaries (in females) – Produce estrogen and progesterone.
8. Te**es (in males) – Produce testosterone.
9. Thymus – Has both endocrine and lymphatic roles in immune cell development.
The Lymphatic System – A network of lymph vessels, nodes, and organs that:
• Drains excess fluid from tissues
• Filters out toxins and pathogens
• Supports immune surveillance and defense
1️⃣ How They Work Together
A. Hormones Influence Lymph Flow
• Thyroid hormones regulate the metabolic rate, which affects how quickly lymph vessels contract and move fluid.
• Cortisol from the adrenal glands influences inflammation — high cortisol suppresses lymph node activity, low cortisol can trigger excess inflammation.
• S*x hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) affect fluid retention, which can change lymphatic load.
• Insulin from the pancreas influences tissue healing and fluid dynamics, indirectly affecting lymph.
B. Lymph Supports Endocrine Health
• Pituitary & Pineal – While deep in the brain, they’re indirectly supported via the glymphatic system, which clears waste from brain tissue overnight.
• Thyroid & Parathyroids – Surrounded by rich lymphatic drainage; nearby nodes filter immune and inflammatory debris from thyroiditis or neck infections.
• Adrenals – Lymph drainage helps remove inflammatory byproducts from stress hormone production.
• Pancreas – Pancreatic lymphatics help manage inflammation in diabetes or pancreatitis.
• Ovaries & Te**es – Pelvic and inguinal lymph nodes clear hormonal tissue waste and defend against infection.
• Thymus – Both a lymphatic and endocrine organ, producing hormones (like thymosin) that train immune cells.
2️⃣ The Immune–Hormone Cross-Talk
• If lymph drainage is poor, inflammatory molecules linger longer, disrupting hormone receptor function.
• Chronic inflammation can alter the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis, affecting stress resilience and energy.
• Hormone changes (like menopause or thyroid dysfunction) can slow lymph pumping, leading to fluid retention.
3️⃣ Conditions Where This Connection Matters
• Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis – Immune activation in thyroid lymph nodes affects hormone output.
• Adrenal Dysfunction – Ongoing inflammation burdens both immune and stress systems.
• PCOS or Menopause Symptoms – Fluid retention and lymph congestion can worsen hormonal symptoms.
• Diabetes – Pancreatic inflammation affects insulin balance and systemic inflammation.
4️⃣ Supporting Both Systems Together
• Move daily 🚶♀️ – Stimulates lymph flow and regulates hormones.
• Hydrate 💧 – Both lymph and hormones rely on proper fluid balance.
• Support your liver – Many hormones are broken down in the liver, which receives lymph from multiple glands.
• Gentle lymphatic self-care – MLD, dry brushing, rebounding, and diaphragmatic breathing.
• Reduce inflammation – Anti-inflammatory diet, stress management, and good oral health.
💡 Bottom line: The endocrine and lymphatic systems are partners in keeping you healthy. A sluggish lymphatic system can worsen hormonal imbalances, while hormonal issues can slow lymph flow. Supporting one almost always supports the other.
