Have you ever brushed your body? While hair brushing is a common practice, body brushing is not as well known or practiced. Yet, it has been around since the days of ancient Rome.

Particularly if you’re trying to lose the pounds you gained during holiday season or you’re pursuing a serious detox program, body brushing can support your objectives. It exfoliates dead skin in addition to stimulating blood and lymph circulation. Cleansing your lymphatic system is like taking out the trash from your body.

Brushing is easy. You’ll need a natural bristle brush. Different types are usually available in the Body Care Department of a health food store. The best example will have a brush head that detaches from a long handle that’s handy for brushing your back.

With brush only in hand, start by brushing from your fingertips to your shoulders. Next brush from your toes to your groin. You can finish up on your buttocks and belly. Brushing may feel harsh at first, but your body will acclimate after you’ve brushed for several days.

For maximum benefit, brush once or twice each day. The best place to do so is in the bathtub where you can catch the dead skin and rinse it down the drain.

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