14 Plus Herbs for Lymph and Gland Support
Swollen glands and lymph nodes have been a common concern this season. So much so, we had a woman’s herbal gathering to discuss methods of cleansing, moving, and draining the lymphatic system. Our conclusion, after discussion and beating on our chests like Tarzan, was that key ingredients are: movement, gentle massage, sunshine, hot liquids and herbs.
We expel many of our toxins through the lymphatic system. It runs throughout our body but does not have it’s own pump like our digestive elimination system. It relies on a passive system which can be stimulated by movement, sweat, circulation helpers and blood cleansers.
Here are some herbs that can help cleanse and reduce congestion of the lymphatic and glandular systems:
Dandelion root-whole system detoxifier, promotes elimination of congestion
Burdock Root-flush toxins
Echinacea-stimulates lymph, clears waste
Golden Seal or Oregon Grape root for Berberine
Cleavers-reduce lymph congestion, swelling
Astragalus-immune builder
Calendula-for skin
Mullein-for lungs
Red Clover-blood cleanser
Yarrow-lungs, congestion
Yellow Dock-blood and skin cleansing
Nettle-sinus
Chickweed-eliminate mucus
Saw Palmetto– strengthens glands
Taking saw palmetto a few years ago, for a little over a week, reset my glandular sensitivity! The glands in my throat would swell every time I had even a little sugar. After saw palmetto, my throat didn’t swell and I my immune system was stronger.
The combination I love for overall circulation and decongestion is what is commonly named fire cider. For me, it consists of:
All fresh ingredients of: Horseradish root, garlic, onion, ginger, red cayenne pepper, parsley and cover with apple cider vinegar. Blend well together and store in fridge. Keeps for a year. Take a spoonful every day or as needed or add to your soups, meats, salad dressings etc.
Movement and sweating are so important for a healthy lymphatic system. That is first, but I am so thankful for God given herbs to help support our health!
Our Spring Tonic and our Trim and Tone Tea blends are designed to cleanse the blood and promote overall health with many of these herbs included. Happy cleansing!