By: Ivana Dragica |
Castor oil –a poison or a remedy? |
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"Is not that oil toxic?" – you must ask yourselves when you hear about castor oil.
It is true that ricin is one of the most potent toxins in the world.
It is obtained from the Castor oil plant (L. Ricinus communis), and that plant is marked as the most poisonous plant in the world in the Guinness Book of World Records.
But castor oil is not toxic, it is actually very beneficial.
Castor oil is dubbed Christ’s palm because of its benefits.
Throughout history, castor oil was used for different purposes.
In ancient Greece, castor oil was used in lighting, as body ointment and for enhancing hair growth.
Cleopatra allegedly used it for whitening sclera. In ancient Egyptian writings it is mentioned as a laxative.
In ayurveda, the castor oil is used as a weapon against parasites.
Healing properties of castor oil
What castor oil makes it special is a very rare ricinoleic acid, and castor oil contains as much as 90% of it.
It is believed that because of it castor oil is so beneficial. Ricinoleic acid has shown to be effective against molds, mildew, viruses, parasites and bacteria.
Castor oil has long been used against:
- sciatica
- hair loss
- arthritis
- poor circulation
- constipation
- breast tumors
- fibroids and cysts
- warts
- bronchitis and colds
- autoimmune disorders
- Parkinson’s disease
- epilepsy
Castor oil is known to cure constipation. It is recommended to drink it mixed with juice in the evening to avoid the unpleasant taste. The recommended dose of oil is 0.5 to 1 spoons. The oil should not be consumed for more than a week.
Due to the strong influence on the circulation, castor oil is often used in compresses. All you need is a clean gauze, plastic tape, hot water bottle and towel. Put the oil-soaked gauze on the affected area, cover it with tape, put a hot water bottle over it, wrap a towel and hold for an hour.
The process is repeated as often as you like - for more serious ailments it is recommended to repeat this procedure 4 times a week for a month.
It is recommended to place wraps on the lower abdomen for treating fibroids, ovarian cysts, benign tumors, various inflammatory conditions, menstrual pain, constipation and diarrhea.
Wraps can be placed on the area of the liver for liver purification.
Massage with castor oil helps against swollen breast, benign tumors, arthritis, rheumatism, bronchitis and the common cold.
If you have any problems with the warts, rub castor oil every night for 10-15 minutes on them until they fall off.
Castor oil has proven useful in the external application in the cases of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis and cerebral paralysis.
It can alleviate problems caused by lupus and systemic sclerosis. It is also useful against epilepsy, hyperactivity , liver and gall bladder diseases, and in chronic cases of fluid retention.
Castor oil is not recommended for pregnant women, people with sensitive stomach and kidney ailments. It should not be taken in excessive amounts, since it can cause diarrhea and vomiting.
Castor oil for perfect looking skin
This oil has great use in cosmetics because of the high content of vitamin E and ricinoleic acid.
Because of its hydrating properties it is an ideal remedy for dry skin and hair.
It stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, which reduces the appearance of wrinkles - it makes it an excellent remedy for mature skin care.
Castor oil removes pimples and blackheads, clean and moisturize the skin. It also stimulates the growth of eyelashes, eyebrows and hair. Regular application of oil also stimulates nail growth, prevents hair loss and removes dandruff.
Helps with minor cuts, burns, abrasions, is used as for preventing purposes against stretch marks and eczema.
Castor oil removes makeup perfectly. Here is how you can prepare the mixture for removing makeup according to your skin type:
- Oily skin - 30% castor oil, 70% sunflower oil.
- Normal skin - 20% castor oil, 80% sunflower oil
- Dry skin - 10% castor oil, 90% olive oil
Castor oil has a wide range of beneficial effects and is easily accessible. You can find it in all pharmacies and health food stores at a very affordable price.
Castor oil is not poison, but a valuable natural remedy that can be used for the general benefit of our entire body.
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