In this enlightening episode, Dr. Stephanie engages in a captivating conversation with Leah Levitan, licensed massage therapist and certified lymphedema therapist, who transitioned from working with elite athletes to dedicating her expertise to chronically ill individuals. The duo dives deep into the world of the lymphatic system, discussing common choke points within it, reasons for stagnation, and practical strategies to promote lymphatic health.Leah's path took a turn when her mother became ill and she also found herself working on others more than she did on herself. This shift in perspective led her to focus on an often-overlooked aspect of our health – the lymphatic system.Dr. Stephanie and Leah start by unraveling the mysteries of the lymphatic system. They explain its vital role in maintaining overall health by transporting lymph, a colorless fluid containing white blood cells, throughout the body. This system not only serves as an essential component of our immune defense but also helps eliminate waste and toxins from our tissues.  The conversation then delves into the issues plaguing the lymphatic system, particularly the common choke points that obstruct the flow of lymph.  The episode doesn't just highlight the problems but also provides tangible solutions to keep your lymphatic system flowing smoothly.More about Leah - Leah is a licensed massage therapist and certified lymphedema therapist. Her clinic, located in central Austin, delivers next-level lymphatic drainage to women with complex cases of chronic illness/disease to help them unlock their highest healing potential.She’s also the founder of Lymph Love Club and calls herself a “Lymph Literacy Advocate”. She offers online courses and classes that are approachable and most importantly, FUN! Follow her amazing videos on Instagram here.******Click here to purchase the How to Improve Lymphatic Drainage guide  (digital download) and remember to use the discount code PODCAST for $5 off at checkout****** Follow Dr. Stephanie on IG here.Follow Dr. Stephanie's Functional Medicine Clinic - Vagus Clinic as well as purchase Cellcore Products from the Vagus Clinic here.For resources and how to work with Vagus Clinic - check out the website here.