Greens Holistic Therapies

13/01/2026

I’m delighted to announce that I’ve been invited by Reconnect Scotland to do a free taster session of Sound Therapy. This is different from your regular sound bath but just as relaxing.
I’ll explain a bit about what it is and the benefits of sound therapy. Then you can lie back and enjoy this amazing therapy session.

If you have any questions then please get in touch.

Places are limited and can be booked at www.reconnectscotland.com

06/01/2026

23/12/2025

As I finish work for another year I would like to thank all of my incredible clients for their continued support throughout this year and every year.

For those who celebrate Christmas I hope you have a wonderful time and for those who don’t, enjoy your break.

See you all next year!! 🙏🏼❤️

22/12/2025

Holiday Closure Announcement!

Yellow Bamboo Studio will be taking a short festive break. Our regular timetable will pause, and the studio will be closed from Tuesday 23rd December, reopening on Saturday 3rd January.
During this time, we will run two special holiday classes only, both already close to selling out.

Festive Sound & Gong Bath with Kirsten
Saturday 27th December, 6:00–7:30pm, £24

A deeply immersive experience using sound, vibration and gong resonance to soothe the nervous system, ease tension, and encourage deep rest. Only 6 spaces left.

Restorative Yoga Workshop
Sunday 28th December, 2:00–4:00pm, £34
A slow, nurturing session using props, breathwork and guided relaxation to release physical and emotional tension. The perfect reset before the New Year. Only 6 spaces left.

Please note: Regular yoga class credits cannot be used for these workshops.

Booking:
Reserve your space via Glofox or our website:
These sessions fill quickly, so early booking is encouraged.

Wishing our community a happy festive season! We look forward to welcoming you back when our full timetable resumes on 3rd January.

18/12/2025

Come join us for some January ‘me time’ on the 28th!

Poster drop! 👀

With exciting new workshops and of course our regular monthly Flea Markets there’s lots going on in January to kick start the new year.

What are you looking forward to coming to see?

Just head over to our website to check out the full programme. ↩️

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Thecolourdasher
Melodramatic Productions
Leith Jewellery Studios
Remode Collective
Greens Holistic Therapies

17/12/2025

Breathe Deep, Drain Deep: Why Your Diaphragm is the Unsung Hero of the Lymphatic System 🌿

Did you know that your diaphragm — that dome-shaped muscle under your lungs — is not just for breathing, but is also one of your lymphatic system’s best friends?

Yes, your breath can do more than keep you alive. It can drain your lymph 💧, detox your body 🧽, and boost your immunity 🛡️… all while you’re just chilling and breathing.

Let’s dive into the magic of diaphragmatic breathing and its superpower status in lymphatic health.

Why is the Diaphragm Important for the Lymphatic System?

Your lymphatic system doesn’t have a heart to pump it — so it relies on movement, muscle contractions, and pressure changes to keep things flowing. 🚶‍♀️🌀

Enter: the diaphragm.

Every time you take a deep breath in and your diaphragm contracts downward, it creates a negative pressure in your thoracic cavity 🫁. This acts like a pump, pulling lymph upward from the abdominal area (where a LOT of lymph collects) into the thoracic duct — the body’s main lymph drainage highway 🛣️.

Think of it like squeezing toothpaste from the bottom of the tube. Every deep breath gives the lymph a little push to keep it moving out of the body 🧴➡️🚽.

What Happens if You Don’t Breathe Deeply?

When we stay stuck in shallow breathing (hello stress and desk jobs) 😩💻, the diaphragm barely moves, and lymph flow becomes sluggish 🐌. This can lead to:
• Fluid retention 💦
• Slower detox ♻️
• Weakened immunity 🛑
• Fatigue 💤
• Bloating and digestive issues 🫃

So yes — not breathing right can literally clog your system.

How to Do Diaphragmatic Breathing (Lymphatic Style)
1. Find your position: Lie on your back or sit comfortably with one hand on your chest and the other on your belly 🛋️✋.
2. Inhale through your nose: Feel your belly expand — like a balloon 🎈— while your chest stays still.
3. Exhale slowly through your mouth: Gently contract your belly to push the air out 🌬️.
4. Repeat for 5–10 minutes, at least twice a day ⏰.

Bonus points if you do this after a lymphatic massage, dry brushing, or during rebounding — because it enhances all those techniques! 🌿

Fun Medical Facts You’ll Love
• The cisterna chyli, your largest lymph reservoir, sits right under the diaphragm. Every deep breath helps “milk” it upward 🥛⬆️.
• Studies show diaphragmatic breathing lowers cortisol (stress hormone) 🧠, which reduces systemic inflammation 🔥.
• Breathwork can increase vagus nerve activation ⚡, which enhances parasympathetic healing and digestive flow 🧘‍♀️.
• Deep breathing helps stimulate peristalsis — the wave-like motion in your intestines — which further assists lymph movement through gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) 🌊🌿.

When and How Often Should You Do It?

Daily! Start with 5–10 minutes morning and night, and add a few breaths throughout the day — especially when stressed, inflamed, or feeling “puffy” 🌬️🌅🌃.

In our clinic, we suggest pairing it with:
• Dry brushing 🧽
• Infrared sauna ♨️
• Manual Lymph Drainage Therapy 🤲
• Gentle yoga or stretching 🧘

Inhale Healing, Exhale Stagnation

So next time someone says “just breathe,” know that it’s not just a calming tip — it’s a scientific way to detox your body and power up your immune system ⚡🧬.

And best of all?
It’s free. It’s easy. It’s within you — literally 💗.

Now take a deep breath, Lymphie — and let your healing begin. ✨

Written by:
Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD & MLDT
Lymphatica – Lymphatic Therapy & Body Detox Facility

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen.

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17/12/2025

✂️ C-Section Scars & Your Lymphatic System: What Really Happens Beneath the Surface

By Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD, MLDT & CDS

Many mothers are told that once a C-section scar heals on the outside, the body is “all fine” again. But the truth is, deep beneath the skin, your lymphatic system is often still affected. This silent disruption can explain why some women notice puffiness above their scar, heaviness in the legs, or a lingering sense of tightness in the lower abdomen.

🔄 How Lymph Normally Flows in the Abdomen

Your lymphatic system is a vast network of vessels that collect fluid, toxins, and immune cells and transport them through lymph nodes for cleansing. The lower abdomen and pelvis are major drainage hubs:
• Lymph from the legs, pelvic organs, and lower digestive system all passes upward through these channels.
• Smooth flow is essential to prevent swelling, bloating, or toxin buildup.

🚫 What Happens After a C-Section

During a C-section, both lymphatic and blood vessels are cut. While blood vessels repair themselves quite quickly, lymphatic vessels don’t always reconnect neatly. This can cause:
• Lymphatic congestion: Fluid can pool above the scar, leading to puffiness or a “ledge” of tissue.
• Impaired drainage from the legs: Swelling in the thighs, calves, or ankles can be more noticeable after long days of standing.
• Pelvic congestion: Lymph from the uterus, ovaries, and intestines may slow down, contributing to bloating or heaviness.

🧩 The Role of Scar Tissue

Scar tissue and adhesions act like roadblocks for lymph flow:
• Fibrous tissue can “trap” lymphatic fluid, preventing free circulation.
• Tissues and fascia may stick together, creating tightness or pulling sensations.
• Nerves in the area may also be affected, causing numbness or hypersensitivity.

🌐 Systemic Ripple Effects

Because lymph is interconnected, disruption in one area can affect the whole body. Common signs include:
• Swelling in the legs, feet, or lower abdomen
• Bloating and digestive changes
• Feeling of heaviness or fatigue in the lower body
• Persistent tightness or tenderness around the scar

🌱 Supporting Lymph Flow After a C-Section

The good news is that there are safe and effective ways to restore flow:
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD): A gentle therapy that helps re-route lymph around blocked areas.
• Scar Mobilisation: Light massage or fascial release can soften adhesions and improve circulation.
• Castor Oil Packs: Applied to the abdomen, they can reduce tension and promote flow.
• Movement & Breathing: Gentle stretching, walking, and diaphragmatic breathing help the abdominal “lymph pump.”

✨ Final Thoughts

A healed scar on the outside doesn’t always mean healed lymphatics on the inside. Understanding how your C-section scar impacts your lymphatic system is the first step to reclaiming lightness, reducing swelling, and restoring balance to your body. With the right care, your lymph can flow freely again, supporting your health and vitality long after birth.

📌 This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen.

16/12/2025

Just organising Gift Vouchers to go out for Christmas gifts. If you would like a voucher sent over the next few days by first class post, local delivery or collection just get in touch.
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05/12/2025

Meet the Mesentery: Your Gut’s Superhero Cape 👌🏻

You’ve heard of the heart, the liver, even the pancreas… but have you ever stopped to appreciate the mesentery?

No? Well buckle up, Lymphie, because the mesentery is the unsung hero of your gut — quietly holding things together, keeping your intestines in line (literally), and even helping your lymphatic system stay squeaky clean.

So… What Is the Mesentery?

The mesentery is a double fold of peritoneum (a fancy word for a silky membrane in your abdomen) that looks like a curtain or web. It holds your small intestine, parts of your large intestine, and even your stomach in place — kind of like a very organized spiderweb for your digestive system. 🕸️🫃

For centuries, scientists thought the mesentery was just a leftover scrap of tissue. But in 2016, it got a major glow-up — reclassified as a full-blown organ. Yep! An organ with its own structure, function, and importance in immune health, inflammation, and lymphatic drainage.

Mesentery: The Multi-Tasking Marvel

Your mesentery isn’t just a passive hammock for your guts. It’s a superhighway of action — here’s what it does:
• Anchors your intestines so they don’t twist or wander 🚧
• Carries blood vessels from your heart to your gut 🩸
• Transports lymph from your digestive system to your thoracic duct 💧
• Supports immune response through GALT (gut-associated lymphoid tissue) 🛡️
• Transmits nerves that help with digestion and movement 🧠
• Regulates inflammation and plays a role in conditions like Crohn’s disease 🔥

Basically, if your intestines were a city, the mesentery would be the electrical grid, plumbing, roads, and waste system all in one.

How Does the Mesentery Help Your Lymphatic System?

Here’s where things get juicy for us lymph lovers: the mesentery is loaded with lymphatic vessels.

As your digestive system breaks down fats and nutrients, the lymphatics in the mesentery absorb those fats and toxins and send them to the cisterna chyli — a large lymph collecting vessel just below the diaphragm.

From there, lymph is pumped up through the thoracic duct, helping clear waste, fight infection, and keep your internal waters clean. Think of it as your gut’s detox conveyor belt. ♻️🛒

Medical Fun Facts About the Mesentery
• The small intestine is over 6 meters long, and the mesentery keeps it neatly folded like a ribbon inside your belly 🎀
• Over 70% of your immune system lives in your gut — much of it within the mesentery’s GALT 🦠
• It’s being studied for its role in chronic inflammation, autoimmune diseases, and even cancer spread
• Surgeons are now exploring “mesenteric-based” approaches to improve outcomes in IBD and colon surgery 🏥

How Can You Support Your Mesentery?
• Deep diaphragmatic breathing to pump lymph upward 🫁
• Gentle abdominal massage to move lymph and relieve tension 🤲
• Stay hydrated so lymph can flow freely 💧
• Eat anti-inflammatory foods to support gut immunity 🥦
• Do lymphatic drainage therapy to encourage detox flow and organ support 🌿

The Mesentery Deserves a Standing Ovation

It might not get the attention of the heart or brain, but the mesentery is crucial for circulation, immunity, detox, and digestion. It’s like the backstage crew at a big production — you may not see it, but nothing works without it.

So next time your belly gurgles or you’re focusing on your gut health, give a little thanks to this marvelous, multitasking membrane.

Because behind every healthy gut… is a mesentery doing the most.

Written by:
Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD & MLDT
Lymphatica – Lymphatic Therapy & Body Detox Facility

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen.

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04/12/2025

🎄✨ Keep Your Lymph Flowing Before Christmas!

A fun, simple routine to help you feel lighter, calmer & de-bloated through the festive season 🌿💚

The Christmas rush can slow the lymphatic system — late nights, richer food, stress, more sitting, less movement… and suddenly the body feels puffy, tight or sluggish.

Here is a quick, enjoyable daily routine to keep your lymph moving gently all the way to Christmas:

⭐ 1. Warm Water Magic (Morning)

Start your day with warm water + ginger or lemon zest.
This wakes up digestion, thins lymph fluid & reduces puffiness.

⭐ 2. Neck Drainage (30 seconds)

Clear the “lymph sink” behind your ears → down your neck → across your collarbone.

⭐ 3. Christmas Steps (5–10 minutes)

Take a short walk — in the house, garden, mall or office.
Your calves are your second lymph pump!

⭐ 4. Belly Breathing Reset

Deep breathing opens the diaphragm and stimulates the vagus nerve — a huge lymph booster.

⭐ 5. Anti-Bloat Afternoon Snack

Choose one:
• cucumber
• blueberries
• pineapple
• warm peppermint tea
• a cup of warm broth

Simple, soothing, lymph-friendly.

⭐ 6. Legs-Up Christmas Chill (Night)

Lift your legs up the wall for 3 minutes.
Instant drainage for heavy calves, ankles & feet.

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A gentle lymphatic routine helps you enjoy Christmas feeling lighter, clearer, and more energised — without overwhelm.