the many healthful uses of Castor Oil Packs
Castor Oil is derived from the castor bean. At one time, it was common practice to take castor oil orally to alleviate constipation. However, the oil is now believed to be toxic if taken internally. Externally, however, castor oil has a bounty of healthful uses. Edgar Cayce developed what is referred to as a ‘castor oil pack’, which enhances circulation and elimination, much like acupuncture, and promotes the healing of tissues and organs.
How to:To make a castor oil pack, soak a square of un-dyed flannel, folded approximately 3 times, in castor oil-make sure the flannel is not dripping, place on the affected area of the body and wrap in plastic (plastic bags or saran wrap work well.) Then, place a hot water bottle or heating pad over the wrapped area for 45 minutes to one hour. Wear old clothing and lie on old sheets or towels, as the oil will stain fabrics. Make sure to rest during the treatment time. After removing the pack cleanse the treated area with water mixed with a little baking soda.
The same castor oil-soaked flannel can be reused 25-30 times. Store the flannel in a covered container or closed plastic bag in the refrigerator. However, a castor oil pack should not be used during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or menstruation, and it should not be applied to broken skin.
Here are some of the conditions a castor oil pack can help to alleviate:
It improves liver and gallbladder function by detoxifying these organs and relieving cirrhosis and torpid liver. It also helps to alleviate the pain from gallstones and ease their passing. It also eases inflammation of the gallbladder.
It improves kidney function by detoxifying the body of painful stones and infections.
Castor oil creates beautiful, more youthful skin. By applying it 3-7 times per week to the face and neck at night, individuals have experienced more radiant skin and reduced wrinkles, including crow’s feet. Dab a small amount on the face and neck before bed and wipe lightly with soft facial tissue.
Aids digestion eases constipation, colitis, colon impactions, and other intestinal disorders.
Eases skin disorders, including scleroderma and eczema.
It helps reduce inflammation from arthritis, sports injuries, inflamed bursa, and surgery, thus speeding healing time. It also breaks up the scar tissue formed by these conditions.
Alleviates headaches
Conditions the nervous system
Conditions the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
It is used for general detoxification of the body and the reduction of inflammation.
Will alleviate the pain associated with appendicitis
It helps ease the symptoms of epilepsy.
For issues concerning the eyes, such as cataracts, apply a few drops of castor oil to the eyes at night until the cataracts disappear. For Bells Palsy, apply a castor oil pack for one hour daily for four days.
Aids in a more restful night’s sleep: apply a drop of castor oil to eyelids before bed.
Hemorrhoid pain is alleviated when castor oil is applied by shrinking the swollen area quickly.
To remove warts, moles, calluses and bunions create a gum-like past with castor oil and baking soda (about 1 pinch baking soda to every 3 drops castor oil), applying it to the affected area and bind. If after the 2nd or 3rd application irritation occurs, take a break for one evening and then continue with the baking soda/castor oil recipe.
For genital warts, a mixture of 1 ounce of castor oil, one tablespoon of tea tree oil, and 80 drops of vitamin E oil (break open a vitamin E gel capsule) is helpful.
It has been known to be helpful in the shrinking of tumors in both humans and animals.
Helps shrink cysts
Alleviates the itching from mosquito bites
Alleviates yeast infections; apply castor oil vaginally. Castor oil can be purchased at any natural foods store, food co-op, or most natural foods sections of your local grocery store.
Castor oil packs are generally used for detoxification for up to 7 days consecutively; however, for more severe conditions, they can be used daily for 2 or more months.
Be advised: this is for information/education purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical condition, please consult with a medical doctor