Healthy Hydration

Did you know that staying hydrated is an essential practice when receiving massage? Our muscles create and store metabolic waste, unusable to the body ⏤ they are transported via the lymphatic and circulatory system for excretion.

When you receive a lymphatic massage, the gentle manipulation of muscle tissue stimulates and promotes the release of metabolic waste or toxins; at a faster rate than the body would naturally process.

This is one of the the healing benefits of a professional lymphatic massage. It is an amazing practice for overall health and wellness. In some cases, the release of toxins can cause muscle soreness; resulting in headache or a general feeling of malaise.

Being well hydrated can help your body flush these toxins faster and greatly improve your post massage experience.

While the amount of water needed for ideal hydration levels will differ with each individual, drinking a minimum of 2 to 4 cups of water in the first few hours after massage is quintessential self-care.

Below, you will find some great ideas for infused water which will boost your intake of natural electrolytes and help get that water in!
 

Citrus Burst

• 2 Limes thinly sliced
• 1 Orange thinly sliced
• 1 Lemon thinly sliced
• Add to 16 oz filtered water
• Infuse 20 minutes. Drink within 3 days.

Tropical Drop

• 1 1/2 cups Pineapple cubed
• 1/4 cup Mint leaves
• Add to 16oz Coconut water
• Infuse 20 minutes. Drink within 3 days.

Blueberry Kiwi Sip

• 1 cup Blueberries
• 2 Kiwi peeled & sliced
• Mint leaves if desired
• Add to 16 oz filtered water
• Infuse 2 hours. Drink within 3 days.