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How Massage Therapy Combats the Flu and Cold! Remember to receive your massage when feeling healthy.

Writer's picture: Tonya Snyr L.M.T.Tonya Snyr L.M.T.

With the Flu and cold season in effect, it is important for both children and adults to protect their immune system the most .


According to the World Health Organization

"Annually, about 3 to 5 million cases of severe illness and 290,000 to 650,000 deaths from seasonal flu occur worldwide."

Clinical research suggest that receiving regular massage therapy naturally helps to boost your immune system by helping the lymphatic systems function optimally and increasing blood flow. But honestly who doesn’t need this time to take a mental break from everyday stress?!


When stress is reduced,  your cortisol levels decrease which has a beneficial impact on our immune systems.




Cold and Flu Share Common symptoms 
a runny or stuffy nose
sneezing
body aches
general fatigue.


Benefits of Massages


  • Reduces stress, thus allowing your body to focus more on the infection

  • Increases overall health and boost the immunity

  • Allows for a better sleep (boosts immune system )

  • Improves lymph and blood flow circulation ( the elimination of the "invaders" are more effective)

  • Boots lymphatic drainage (relive sinus pressure), congestion, breathing problems, sore throats', coughs, body aches and more!


Benefits of Boosting the Immune System


  • Reduces the chances of contacting illness

  • Increases white blood cells (we love more white blood cells

  • Improves mood

  • Speeds recovery and healing time

  • Improves red blood cell count and activity

  • Boost circulation





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