Reflexology For The Spirit

spirituality of one's health

What About the Tonsils? What About the Spleen?

The tonsils are an important line of defense in the body against infections.  They filter out many toxins before they make it to the bloodstream as they stop what gets past the hair and mucous membranes in our nose, mouth, throat.

The spleen is an interesting part of the immune system.  It’s the largest organ in the lymphatic system.  It filters the lymph, removing toxins and bacteria.  The spleen also produces antibodies.  It removes worn out blood cells, bacteria and parasites.  It’s actually hard to understand all the things the spleen does.  But, for all the things the spleen does, it’s possible to live without it.  It’s sometimes necessary to remove a damaged spleen after a person has been in an accident.

The immune system has an emotional quality to it.  The thymus works better when we feel better mentally and emotionally.  And we also know that the spleen is considered to be an organ of anger…