Diane Murphy

The lymphatic system, which contains white blood cells, is a big part of our immune system. It keeps waste moving out of our body, helps us to fight infection and gets rid of cancer cells.

Deep breathing and staying hydrated are great ways to keep the lymph (fluid) flowing nicely and of course, exercise. Cancer likes stagnancy so keeping your body moving throughout the day is something to get started on if you haven’t already.

It doesn’t have to be hard and you don’t have to sign up to a gym. I have a mini-trampoline that I got off of Amazon for under $150.00 that sits behind my office chair. I squeeze in a little 5 minute bounce between calls. This is a good one if your meds are making your joints achy because you can sit and do it, or if you do stand, your feet don’t actually need to leave the trampoline.

Just do what you can do.

Getting outside for a walk everyday is awesome for many reasons. Personally, I listen to Abraham Hicks, or a Chris Beat Cancer podcast, or my favourite Bruce Springsteen songs and just go. Some people prefer not to listen to anything.

It doesn't have to be long and labour intensive. Make it easy and enjoyable.

20 minutes is better than nothing.

Keep things flowing and ... just move.