How Insulin Drives Puffiness — And Why Eurowave Helps You Drain and Tighten Faster (Part 2)

Written by Chandelle MacMillan

In Part 1, we talked about the lymphatic system and why puffiness isn’t fat — it’s fluid that isn’t moving properly.

Now it’s time to talk about the missing piece.

Because for many women, lymphatic sluggishness doesn’t happen on its own.

It’s being driven by insulin.

And once you understand this connection, a lot of frustrating body changes suddenly make sense.

Insulin: The Hidden Driver Behind Puffiness and Fluid Retention

Most people think insulin only matters if you’re diabetic.

That’s not true.

Insulin is a powerful hormone that influences:

  • fluid retention

  • inflammation

  • circulation

  • tissue swelling

  • how “tight” or “puffy” your body feels

When insulin levels are frequently elevated or unstable, the body becomes more likely to:

  • hold onto sodium and water

  • retain fluid in the tissues

  • swell around the waist, hips, thighs, and abdomen

  • feel heavier or softer as the day goes on

This is why puffiness can:

  • appear suddenly

  • change day to day

  • worsen after certain meals

  • show up more in the evening

  • feel worse during stress or poor sleep

It’s not random.
It’s hormonal.

How Insulin Affects the Lymphatic System

Here’s the part most women are never told:

Elevated insulin makes lymphatic drainage less efficient.

Research shows that high insulin and high blood sugar states can:

  • impair lymphatic vessel contraction

  • slow lymph flow

  • increase inflammatory fluid buildup

  • make drainage harder, not easier

So even if your lymphatic system wants to move fluid out…
insulin can quietly put the brakes on the process.

That’s when puffiness becomes persistent.

Why Some Women See Fast Results — and Others Need More Support

This insulin–lymphatic connection explains something I see all the time.

Some women feel:

  • lighter immediately

  • flatter through the belly

  • less swollen after one session

Others need a few sessions before things really shift.

It’s not about effort.
It’s not about discipline.

It’s about how much insulin-driven fluid retention the body is dealing with.

Once insulin and lymphatics are both supported, results become:

  • faster

  • more consistent

  • more visible

  • longer lasting

Where Eurowave Fits Into This Puzzle

Eurowave doesn’t work on fat alone.

It works by creating deep, rhythmic muscle contractions that act like a mechanical pump for the lymphatic system.

This helps:

  • move stagnant fluid

  • encourage lymph flow

  • reduce tissue swelling

  • tighten the surrounding muscles

  • improve circulation

  • reveal true body shape

When insulin is contributing to fluid retention, Eurowave gives the lymphatic system the extra push it needs.

That’s why so many women say:

  • “I feel lighter after my session.”

  • “My belly looks flatter.”

  • “My waist feels pulled in.”

  • “I’m less puffy at night.”

This isn’t cosmetic.
It’s physiological.

Why Modern Life Makes This Worse

Today’s lifestyle is a perfect storm for insulin-driven puffiness:

  • frequent snacking

  • high stress

  • poor sleep

  • long sitting periods

  • minimal muscle activation

  • refined carbohydrates

  • hormonal changes

All of these raise insulin — and all of them slow lymphatic drainage.

This is why many women feel like their bodies are working against them.

They aren’t.

They’re responding to their environment.

A Quiet Preview of What’s Coming

Because insulin plays such a major role in puffiness, swelling, and “stuck inches,” I’m currently developing an Insulin-focused support program designed to help women:

  • understand why insulin affects fluid retention

  • reduce swelling naturally

  • support lymphatic drainage day-to-day

  • create better results from treatments like Eurowave

It’s designed to work with your body — not fight it.

More on that soon.

The Takeaway

Puffiness isn’t a failure.
It’s feedback.

When insulin and lymphatic flow are both supported, the body naturally:

  • drains better

  • tightens faster

  • looks leaner

  • feels lighter

Eurowave helps bridge that gap — especially for women dealing with stubborn swelling, inflammation, and fluid retention.

Ready to Support Your Lymphatics and Reduce Puffiness?

If you feel heavy, swollen, or stuck — Eurowave can help your body drain, tighten, and reset.

👉 Book Your Eurowave Session at Corehauss

Support your lymphatic system, calm puffiness, and start feeling lighter again.

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How Eurowave Supports Lymphatic Drainage, Reduces Puffiness, and Helps You Feel Lighter — And Why Insulin Plays a Bigger Role Than You Think (PART 1)