Core Health

12/29/2025

This one hits close to home. 🙏. We are privileged to support a client who had an extreme thyroid surgery.

Our Assisted Lymphatic Therapy has been instrumental in improving the quality of her life.

🌿✨ Life After a Thyroidectomy: What Nobody Tells You, but Every Patient Deserves to Know ✨🌿

By Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD, MLDT & CDS

A thyroidectomy — whether full or partial — changes far more than hormone levels. It changes metabolism, energy, mood, digestion, body temperature, weight stability, and the way your entire endocrine-immune system communicates.

For many people, life after thyroid removal is confusing. The body you once knew may suddenly feel unfamiliar. Most patients are told, “You’ll take a pill and feel normal again,” but the truth is far more complex.

This article walks you through the real, lived experience of thyroidectomy recovery — emotionally, physically and metabolically — and what you can do to feel like yourself again. 💛

🌼 1. Understanding Your Body After Thyroid Removal

The thyroid controls:
• Metabolism
• Energy production
• Heart rate
• Digestion
• Mood regulation
• Body temperature
• Weight control
• Hormonal signalling
• Detoxification speed

After removal, every one of these systems must re-learn how to function with replacement medication instead of natural hormones.

Your body is adapting. It’s not failing.

💤 2. The Fatigue: “Why am I so tired?”

Post-thyroidectomy fatigue is one of the top complaints, even with medication.

Why it happens:
✨ Your cells are adjusting to synthetic hormones
✨ Your mitochondria (energy factories) slow down
✨ Inflammation rises after surgery
✨ The liver must metabolise replacement hormones
✨ Sleep cycles get disrupted
✨ Your lymphatic system slows down
✨ Stress hormones compensate, causing exhaustion

This fatigue is not laziness, weakness or “just in your head.”
It is biochemical exhaustion.

Supportive tools that help:
• Selenium + zinc
• Clean anti-inflammatory diet
• Daily sunlight exposure
• Lymphatic activation
• Light movement instead of intense workouts
• Proper thyroid blood panels (TSH alone is not enough)

⚖️ 3. Weight Gain and Metabolism

This is the struggle almost everyone is too afraid to talk about.

After a thyroidectomy, metabolism can drop 15–40% overnight.
The body begins storing energy instead of burning it.

Common reasons for post-thyroidectomy weight changes:
• Lower T3 conversion
• Slower metabolism
• More inflammation
• Water retention (lymph stagnation)
• Estrogen dominance
• Blood sugar dysregulation
• Gut slowing down

Even if you’re eating clean and exercising, fat loss can feel impossible.

What actually helps:
✨ Optimising T3 levels (not just T4)
✨ Anti-inflammatory eating
✨ Balancing insulin (small, regular meals)
✨ Lymphatic drainage
✨ Reducing estrogen dominance
✨ Addressing gut health and constipation
✨ Supporting liver detox pathways

🧠 4. Mood, Anxiety, and Cognitive Changes

The thyroid and brain communicate constantly.
When hormone signalling is disrupted, you may experience:

• Anxiety or inner restlessness
• Feeling “on edge”
• Low mood
• Forgetfulness
• Brain fog
• Irritability
• Loss of confidence
• Social withdrawal

This is partly biochemical, partly emotional.

Support tools that work beautifully:
🌿 Magnesium glycinate
🌿 Omega 3
🌿 Gut support (80% of serotonin is made in the gut)
🌿 Blood sugar stability
🌿 Breathing work + vagus nerve activation
🌿 Mild lymphatic massage
🌿 Routine + structure

You are not “being dramatic.” Your brain is healing.

🌡 5. Body Temperature Problems

Without natural thyroid hormone, temperature control becomes unpredictable.

You may feel:
• Colder than usual
• Hot flashes
• Sweating easily
• Chills
• Trouble warming up after a shower
• Intolerance to heat

This is linked to metabolism and circulatory changes.

Simple supports:
• Consistent meal timing
• Gentle exercise
• Improved circulation
• Adequate iron + ferritin
• Proper thyroid dosing adjustments

🍃 6. Digestive Changes

Lack of thyroid hormones slows the gastrointestinal tract.

Common gut symptoms include:
• Constipation
• Bloating
• Gas
• Sluggish digestion
• Food sensitivities
• Acid reflux
• Difficulty breaking down fats

This is normal but important to manage, because gut health influences hormone absorption.

What helps:
🌿 Warm water in the morning
🌿 High-fibre vegetables
🌿 Digestive bitters
🌿 Probiotics
🌿 Magnesium
🌿 Light walking after meals
🌿 Lymphatic drainage over the abdomen

Better digestion = better hormone absorption.

💧 7. Lymphatic System and Puffiness

After thyroid removal, many people struggle with:

• Puffy face
• Swollen neck
• Under-eye bags
• Leg swelling
• Fluid retention
• Tight rings

This is because the thyroid sits in the neck — one of the main lymphatic drainage zones.
When hormones shift, lymph flow slows dramatically.

Supporting lymph movement can transform how you feel:
✨ Manual lymph drainage
✨ Dry brushing
✨ Deep breathing
✨ Adequate hydration
✨ Lowering inflammation
✨ Gentle neck stretches
✨ Reducing salt + processed foods

🩺 8. The Blood Tests You Actually Need

TSH alone is not enough to monitor post-thyroidectomy health.
You need a full thyroid panel:

• TSH
• Free T4
• Free T3
• Reverse T3
• Thyroglobulin (if cancer patient)
• Anti-TPO
• Anti-TG

Additionally, check:
• Ferritin
• Vitamin D
• B12
• Cortisol
• CRP
• Lipid panel
• Fasting insulin

Most ongoing symptoms relate to underlying imbalances missed on standard tests.

🌿 9. Supplements That Often Make a Difference

(Not medical advice — always check with your doctor)

• Selenium
• Zinc
• Magnesium glycinate
• Omega 3
• Vitamin D
• Ashwagandha (if not hyperthyroid)
• Probiotic
• L-Carnitine (great for fatigue)
• Iron (if ferritin is low)

✨ 10. The Emotional Journey No One Talks About

Recovering from a thyroidectomy is more than physical.

It’s a grieving process.
The thyroid is tiny but symbolic — it represents energy, voice, identity, confidence, femininity, metabolism, and flow.

Many people silently grieve:
• Their old body
• Their old energy
• Their old resilience
• Their old sense of self

Healing means learning how to trust your body again, slowly, gently.

And you can.
Step by step.
Support by support.
Choice by choice. 💛🌿

🌸 Final Thoughts

Life after a thyroidectomy is absolutely manageable —
but it requires education, support, patience, and the right tools.

Your body is not broken.
Your hormones simply need guidance.
Your energy needs support.
Your lymph needs flow.
Your mind needs compassion.
Your heart needs rest.

You can feel amazing again.
And you deserve to. 🤍✨

📌 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.

12/24/2025

Love this article. With the Assisted Lymphatic Therapy (ALT), we clear this system with a gentle touch while providing amazing results!

🌊 What Is the Glymphatic System?

The glymphatic system is the brain’s unique waste clearance network, functioning similarly to the lymphatic system in the body—but with a twist. It was only discovered in 2012 by Dr. Maiken Nedergaard, and it has since changed how we understand neurodegeneration and brain inflammation.
This system relies on cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to flush out waste products from brain tissue through perivascular pathways, facilitated by a type of glial cell called astrocytes. These cells regulate the flow of interstitial fluid and act as a conduit for metabolic clearance during deep sleep, especially in slow-wave sleep cycles.

🔥 When the Glymphatic System Is Inhibited: The Inflammatory Storm

When the glymphatic system is impaired, neurotoxic proteins—like beta-amyloid, tau proteins, and inflammatory cytokines—begin to accumulate in the brain's interstitial spaces. This accumulation triggers:
* Microglial activation, leading to chronic low-grade neuroinflammation
* Increased production of pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β
* Oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction within neurons
* Blood-brain barrier permeability ("leaky brain") and further immune dysregulation

Over time, this chronic inflammatory state can manifest as:
* Brain fog, memory issues, and cognitive decline
* Mood disorders such as anxiety and depression
* Increased risk of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
* Worsened systemic inflammation due to vagus nerve signaling disruption

🛌 Sleep, the Glymphatic Switch, and Circadian Health

The glymphatic system is most active during deep sleep, particularly during non-REM slow-wave phases. When sleep is disrupted—whether due to stress, screen exposure, sleep apnea, or erratic sleep cycles—the brain cannot engage in glymphatic flushing.
Sleep deprivation has been shown to:
* Increase extracellular beta-amyloid by up to 43% in a single night
* Decrease the expression of aquaporin-4 (AQP4) water channels in astrocytes, impairing fluid transport
* Heighten markers of neuroinflammation, including NF-κB signaling and glial activation

🧬 Systemic Inflammation and Glymphatic Dysfunction: A Two-Way Street

Interestingly, inflammation itself suppresses glymphatic flow. Research shows that systemic infections, autoimmune flares, and even gut dysbiosis can produce pro-inflammatory cytokines that reduce CSF dynamics and glymphatic activity.
Conversely, poor glymphatic clearance can worsen systemic inflammation by:
* Disrupting hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis signaling
* Altering vagal tone and the gut-brain-liver immune axis
* Impairing clearance of immune-modulating neurotransmitters like glutamate

🌿 How to Support Glymphatic Health

1. Prioritize Deep Sleep
* Aim for 7–9 hours of uninterrupted sleep in total darkness
* Use magnesium, L-theanine, or glycine to support non-REM sleep
* Avoid screens and caffeine 3+ hours before bedtime
2. Rebound, Stretch, and Move Your Spine
* Movement of the spine and neck enhances CSF circulation
* Manual lymphatic drainage may also indirectly stimulate glymphatic function
3. Hydration & Electrolyte Balance
* CSF production is heavily dependent on fluid status
* Add trace minerals or electrolytes to water to support fluid dynamics
4. Nutraceutical Support
* Resveratrol, turmeric (curcumin), omega-3s, and NAC reduce neuroinflammation
* Melatonin not only promotes deep sleep but enhances glymphatic activity
5. Cranial and Cervical Lymphatic Drainage
* Facial and neck MLD can relieve interstitial congestion
* Techniques like craniosacral therapy or vagal nerve stimulation may further support this network

🧠 Final Thought

The glymphatic system is a vital yet vulnerable detox engine for the brain. When impaired, it doesn’t just affect cognition—it can unleash a cascade of inflammatory dysfunction that spreads throughout the entire body.

By supporting this system through sleep hygiene, lymphatic stimulation, and anti-inflammatory practices, we lay the foundation for resilient mental, neurological, and immune health.

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11/18/2025

When I found Assisted Lymphatic Therapy I was told that emotional trauma congests the lymphatic system in just minutes. This post elegantly and passionately describes how this happens….

🫶✨ The Lymphatic System of a Griever

Post 4/30 — The Weight of Silence

There are wounds the world never sees.
The ones you bury so deeply inside yourself that even your own breath feels too loud around them.
Tonight’s piece is for every soul who has ever carried a trauma so heavy, so unspeakable, that your body learned to whisper what your mouth could not. 🕊️

There comes a moment in grief, in shock, in survival, where your entire system shuts down to protect you.
Your mind freezes.
Your breath flattens.
Your chest tightens.
Your body becomes a shelter from a storm it never asked to weather. 🌧️

And somewhere in that silence, your lymphatic system becomes a witness to the pain you don’t yet have words for. 💚

When trauma hits your nervous system, it hits your lymphatic system too.
Stress hormones rise.
Your vagus nerve constricts.
Your body prepares for danger long after the danger is gone.
Your lymphatic vessels slow.
Inflammation grows quietly.
Weight begins to shift, not because you are weak, not because you don’t care, but because your body has shifted into survival mode. ⚡

Trauma steals more than peace
It steals sleep 😔
It steals hormones
It steals digestion
It steals lymphatic flow

Many of us don’t talk about how a broken heart can become a swollen body.
We don’t talk about how fear can feel like pressure behind the collarbones.
We don’t talk about how grief can sit in the abdomen like a stone.
We don’t talk about how the body holds on when the soul is exhausted. 🫂

But I saw it in myself.
The night my world changed, my body changed with it.
I watched myself move differently.
I watched fatigue crawl in where energy used to live.
I watched insomnia take over nights that used to be peaceful.
My weight shifted without warning.
Food became both comfort and punishment.
My lymphatic flow slowed down so much that I felt swollen from the inside out. 💔

Trauma doesn’t just scar the heart.
It rewires biology.
It rewrites hormones.
It reshapes the physical body in ways most people never understand.

🧠✨ A moment of education: What trauma does to your glymphatic system

The glymphatic system is your brain’s waste-clearance network — the nighttime cleansing pathway that flushes out toxins, inflammatory proteins and metabolic waste while you sleep.
But trauma changes that.

Trauma keeps the brain in survival mode.
It stops the nervous system from dropping into deep, slow-wave sleep — the only time the glymphatic system can fully open.
Without deep sleep:
CSF flow slows
Toxins accumulate
Neuroinflammation rises
Brain fog worsens
Memory becomes heavy
And you wake up feeling unrefreshed even after hours of sleep 😞

Your brain isn’t broken.
Your glymphatic system has simply not felt safe enough to rest.
This is biology doing everything it can to protect you.

💚✨ Returning to the heart of the piece

If you are reading this and you feel like your body has betrayed you, please hear me:
It hasn’t.
Your body has only been trying to protect you.
And protection sometimes looks like holding on.
Holding fluid.
Holding inflammation.
Holding weight.
Holding memories your brain couldn’t process.
Holding the pieces of you until you feel safe enough to breathe again. 🌿

Healing begins the moment you recognise that your body is not the enemy.
Your body has been carrying a story too heavy for you alone.

Tonight’s piece is for the ones who survived.
The ones who kept walking with broken lymphatic flow, broken glymphatic flow, broken sleep, broken hormones, broken hearts.
The ones who are slowly learning that healing is not about getting your old body back.
It is about loving the body that kept you alive. ❤️‍🩹

You are not behind.
You are not failing.
You are still here.
And your body, your brain, your lymph, your spirit
are ready for a gentler chapter. 🌙

Your healing is coming.
And this time, you do not walk alone. 🤍

10/22/2025

Our lymph system is critical to good health and so under appreciated! 😢 With Assisted Lymphatic Therapy we are able to decongest to the deepest levels of this amazing system…AND work on the head/brain. 🧐Learn more today! 🕵️

A new study by Jennifer Munson and Monet Roberts suggests memory problems and inability to concentrate following chemotherapy could result from poor lymphatic-system drainage in response to the cancer drugs.

09/25/2025

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09/04/2025

Equiscope is a powerful tool that we are now offering at Core Health! It is a microcurrent electrotherapeutic device that helps your body heal itself—safely, gently, and efficiently. Here is a great article about how equiscope therapy benefitted a service veteran. https://intellbio.com/veteran-chronic-pain-recovery-equiscope/. Contact us to learn more or schedule your appointment!

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08/28/2025

Our lymphatic system is one of the most underrated heroes of the body. It plays a crucial role in keeping us healthy by acting as the body's drainage system. Removing toxins, waste, and unwanted materials, including bacteria and viruses.

But that's not all — it's also a key part of your immune system and our hormones!

So next time you're feeling a little sluggish, remember: a healthy lymphatic system is essential for energy, immunity, and overall wellness. 💪💧

🌸 Estrogen Dominance and the Lymphatic System: A Hidden Connection

Hormones are the body’s messengers, and when they fall out of balance, the effects ripple through nearly every system. Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormone imbalances affecting women today, often linked to fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, and breast tenderness. But what many don’t realize is that the lymphatic system plays a vital role in maintaining hormonal harmony.

🌿 What is Estrogen Dominance?

Estrogen dominance occurs when estrogen levels are too high in relation to progesterone. This can happen due to:
• Excess estrogen production (e.g., obesity, ovarian dysfunction)
• Low progesterone (due to stress, perimenopause, thyroid imbalances)
• Poor estrogen clearance (liver or gut dysfunction)
• External estrogen-like exposure (plastics, pesticides, cosmetics, medications)

Types of Estrogen
• Estradiol (E2): The strongest, reproductive-age estrogen.
• Estrone (E1): More common in menopause, can be inflammatory in excess.
• Estriol (E3): Considered protective, especially in pregnancy.

When clearance pathways are blocked, toxic estrogen metabolites (like 16α-hydroxyestrone) can build up, increasing risks for breast cysts, fibroids, endometriosis, and even hormone-sensitive cancers.

🌿 The Lymphatic System’s Role in Hormone Balance

1. Detoxification & Hormone Clearance
• The liver breaks estrogen into metabolites for elimination.
• The lymphatic system transports cellular waste, inflammatory molecules, and hormone residues toward the liver and kidneys for clearance.
• If lymph flow is sluggish, estrogen “recycling” occurs — excess hormones remain in circulation, worsening symptoms.

2. Breast & Reproductive Health
• The breasts are rich in lymphatic vessels and nodes.
• Poor lymphatic drainage can contribute to breast swelling, tenderness, fibrocystic changes, or mastalgia linked with estrogen dominance.
• Pelvic lymph nodes also help drain reproductive organs; congestion here may worsen endometriosis, fibroids, or painful periods.

3. Gut–Lymph–Estrogen Loop
• The gut microbiome influences estrogen metabolism through the estrobolome — bacteria that produce β-glucuronidase, an enzyme that can reactivate estrogen in the gut, sending it back into circulation.
• Lymphatic congestion in the gut (mesenteric nodes) + poor digestion = more estrogen reabsorption.

4. Immune & Inflammatory Regulation
• Estrogen dominance is often associated with chronic low-grade inflammation.
• Lymphatic stagnation prevents proper clearance of inflammatory cytokines, creating a feedback loop of hormonal imbalance + inflammation.

🌿 Signs Your Lymphatic System May Be Involved
• Puffy, tender breasts (especially premenstrually)
• Bloating, water retention, or swelling around hips and thighs
• Cellulite worsening with hormonal shifts
• Chronic fatigue or brain fog around cycle changes
• Slow healing, recurrent sinus or pelvic congestion

🌿 Supporting Hormonal & Lymphatic Balance

🥦 Support Liver Detox Pathways
• Cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale) — rich in indole-3-carbinol (I3C) to support estrogen metabolism.
• Nutrients: Magnesium, B vitamins, zinc, selenium, and glutathione precursors.
• Targeted support: DIM (diindolylmethane), calcium-D-glucarate, milk thistle (under guidance).

💧 Keep Lymph Moving
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) or Reflexology Lymph Drainage (RLD).
• Dry brushing, rebounding, yoga twists, dancing, and walking.
• Deep diaphragmatic breathing — activates the thoracic duct (main drainage channel).

🌿 Nourish the Gut & Microbiome
• Probiotic-rich foods (sauerkraut, kefir, kimchi).
• High fiber (flax, chia, leafy greens) to bind estrogen metabolites for elimination.
• Minimize sugar, processed foods, and alcohol that disrupt gut flora.

🛡️ Reduce Endocrine Disruptors (Xenoestrogens)
• Avoid plastics, parabens, synthetic fragrances, pesticides.
• Choose natural skincare, cleaning products, and filtered water.

😴 Restore Balance with Stress & Sleep
• High cortisol drains progesterone, worsening estrogen dominance.
• Incorporate prayer, journaling, breathwork, or meditation.
• Prioritize 7–9 hours of restorative sleep for glymphatic detox (brain’s version of lymph).

🌸 Final Note

Estrogen dominance is not just a “hormone problem.” It is a whole-body imbalance involving the liver, gut, lymphatic system, and immune response. When the lymphatic system is supported, the body is better able to clear excess estrogen, reduce inflammation, and restore hormonal balance.

🌿 By nurturing your lymph, you are not only aiding detoxification but also protecting breast health, balancing your cycle, and restoring vitality.

✨ Written by Bianca Botha, CLT, RLD, MLDT & CDS – Founder of Lymphatica, Lymphatic Therapy & Body Detox Facility (2025).

⚠️ 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.

08/26/2025

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08/19/2025

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08/02/2025

There are so many benefits to a well functioning lymphatic system. This article discusses an interesting one. 🧐

At Core Health, we offer Assisted Lymphatic Therapy (ALT) which provides decongestion to the deep lymphatic trunks.

Your lymphatic system is the structure that holds your immune system. ALT can significantly increase your natural immune response with each session. 💪

🌿 Histamine Overload: The Hidden Link Between Gut Health, Hormones & the Lymphatic System

Do you ever experience skin flushing, unexplained bloating, headaches, fatigue, or anxiety — and no one seems to know why?

You might be dealing with histamine intolerance — and the root cause may not be where you think. This isn’t just an “allergy problem.” Histamine overload often begins in your gut, hides in your hormones, and overwhelms your lymphatic system.

Let’s break it down.

🧪 What Is Histamine?

Histamine is a natural chemical messenger in the body. It helps regulate:
• Immune responses
• Stomach acid production
• Brain signaling
• Blood vessel dilation

It’s not bad — in fact, we need histamine. But just like water in a bathtub, too much of it — or poor drainage — causes overflow.

💥 What Is Histamine Intolerance?

Histamine intolerance happens when your body:
1. Produces too much histamine (due to stress, gut dysbiosis, or inflammation)
2. Can’t break it down fast enough (due to enzyme deficiency or sluggish detox)
3. Can’t eliminate it properly (due to impaired liver or lymphatic drainage)

🔄 The Gut Connection

Most histamine is broken down in the gut by an enzyme called DAO (diamine oxidase).

When your gut is inflamed, leaky, or microbiome-compromised:
• DAO production drops
• Bad bacteria produce more histamine
• The lining becomes permeable — allowing histamine into the bloodstream

🚨 Signs this is happening:
• Bloating after eating
• Nausea, reflux
• Skin rashes or hives
• Food sensitivities

🌺 The Hormone Connection

Estrogen increases histamine release — and histamine stimulates more estrogen. It’s a vicious cycle.

This is why many women with:
• PMS
• Endometriosis
• PCOS
• Perimenopause

also experience histamine symptoms like anxiety, swelling, migraines, and itchiness — especially mid-cycle or before their period.

Cortisol, your stress hormone, also slows down histamine breakdown. Chronic stress = chronic overload.

🌊 The Lymphatic Link

Your lymphatic system plays a powerful role in clearing inflammatory molecules — including histamine.

But when lymph flow is:
• Sluggish (due to dehydration, lack of movement, surgery, stress, or inflammation)
• Overloaded (by toxins, immune reactions, chronic infections)
• Congested (in areas like the gut, sinuses, or breast tissue)

— histamine starts to build up in tissues, leading to:
• Puffiness
• Flushing
• Burning or itching skin
• Mysterious pain
• “Chemical sensitivity”
• Headaches or brain fog

🌿 How to Calm Histamine Overload Naturally

1. Support Gut Healing
• Bone broth, slippery elm, aloe vera
• Probiotics (especially Bifidobacterium strains)
• Low-histamine diet short-term
• Avoid fermented foods during flare-ups

2. Support DAO Activity
• Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Copper, Magnesium
• DAO supplements (use short-term)

3. Drain Your Lymph!
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
• Castor oil packs (liver & gut area)
• Rebounding or walking
• Deep breathing
• Dry brushing

4. Lower Estrogen Dominance
• Cruciferous veggies (broccoli, cauliflower)
• DIM, calcium-D-glucarate
• Adequate bowel movements daily

5. Lower Stress (Cortisol = Histamine Trigger)
• Nervous system work (vagus nerve stimulation)
• Magnesium, GABA, L-theanine
• Breathwork or prayer
• Good sleep hygiene

6. Use Natural Antihistamines
• Quercetin – stabilizes mast cells
• Stinging nettle
• Luteolin
• Bromelain
• Vitamin C – degrades histamine

✨ In Summary:

Histamine overload isn’t just about allergies.
It’s a multi-system issue rooted in:
• Gut inflammation
• Hormonal imbalances
• Poor lymphatic clearance
• Chronic stress

By supporting these three systems together — your gut, hormones, and lymph — your body can finally break the cycle and find peace.

📌 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, supplements, or health routine.

08/01/2025

BEMER is an amazing tool for optimal health. We have been working with this amazing technology for several years. There are so many "pieces to the puzzle" when it comes to staying healthy, fit and strong! Diet, Lymphatic, Detox, Circulation, Cognitive, etc, etc, etc.... We can help you understand where you may need support. Reach out to learn more 434-207-4810 or Info@corehealth.com - we look forward to hearing from you!

07/28/2025

We have been working with a new technology for almost 4 years now and are excited to bring it to everyone.... 🥁🥁🥁

Electro-Equiscope...
A highly advanced technology – safe, tested, and FDA-Registered Class II medical device that can scan for abnormal responses from your tissues. This makes it a quick and painless way of identifying which tissue has damaged or low-voltage cells.

Your tissue might be painful, inflamed, torn, cut, or diseased and therefore not functioning properly. The Equiscope works with the body to restore cells to proper functioning.

Now available at Pantops in Charlottesville. Just give us a call at 434-207-4810 or Info@CoreHealth.com if you would like more info.

There is no one better to describe how this works than John Thorp!
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Micro-current Pioneer, John Thorp, is interviewed by Matt Griffin at a medical device conference, (Med Tech Monday), that he was invited to speaks at. Thorp ...