2.  The lymphatic system contains immune cells
called lymphocytes, which protect the body
against antigens (viruses, bacteria, etc.) that
invade the body.

4.  The lymphatic system also removes excess
fluid, and waste products from the interstitial
spaces between the cells.

5.  The lymphatic system absorbs fats and fat-
soluble vitamins from the digestive system
and delivers these nutrients to the cells of the
body where they are used by the cells.

6.  The lymphatic system aids the immune system
in removing and destroying waste, debris,
dead blood cells, pathogens, toxins, and cancer
cells.

8.  Tonsils
 Lymph nodes
 Spleen
 Thymus Gland

9.  The tonsils are a pair of soft tissue masses
located at the rear of the throat.

10.  Lymph nodes are found throughout your
body. They are an important part of your
immune system. Lymph nodes help your body
recognize and fight germs, infections, and
other foreign substances.

11.  Groin
 Armpit
 Neck (there is a chain of lymph nodes on either
side of the front of the neck, both sides of the
neck, and down each side of the back of the
neck)
 Under the jaw and chin
 Behind the ears
 On the back of the head

12.  The spleen is an organ in the upper far left part
of the abdomen, to the left of the stomach. The
spleen varies in size and shape between people,
but it’s commonly fist-shaped, purple, and
about 4 inches long. Because the spleen is
protected by the rib cage, you can’t easily feel it
unless it’s abnormally enlarged.

13.  The thymus gland is an organ in the upper
chest cavity that processes lymphocytes, a type
of white blood cell that fights infections in the
body.

14.  proper nutrition
 healthy amounts of good-quality drinking
water
 adequate rest
 regular exercise
 stress reduction