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Broad Benefits
Posted by Daniela (Sydney, New South Wales, Australia) on 01/07/2009
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Castor oils use is as a drawing poultice. It has a drawing power of 10 cm deep. Whether in the case of stepping on a rusty nail and fearing tetanus, or abscesses, irritation of tick bites (as well as the head) it will draw out infection from any part of the body the poultice is placed on. Personally, I have been using it in the liver/gallstone area to relieve gallstone pain and it is without comparison for relief of pain (I have heard that the gallstone will slowly disperse.....).
Adversely there are people using it to induce birth by taking it INTERNALLY. This should be DISCOURAGED as it is NOT a part of natural birth as these people are led to believe but a very serious misuse of Castor Oil, which could see it taken off the market as 'dangerous' as other wonderful natural healers have, because of dangerous misuse.
Pink Eye
Posted by Merk (Seattle, USA) on 01/26/2008
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I have used Castor Oil many times for treating Pink Eye, put 1-2 drops in each eye two times a day, eyes will get better with in one day but keep using for 4-5 days. Always treat both eyes. After putting in eyes they will blur some from oil but will not sting at all and will be very soothing, castor oil is antimicrobal and a very healing oil.
Dogs
Posted by Denise (Westboro, Ma) on 04/27/2017 25 posts
That is such a good story and the one by Francine. I love the way we share our stories. It seems there are more and more things we are finding that are simple cures. Surgery puts so much stress on the animals, even going to the vet does. Vets don't even know of these cures - they don't teach them that in the colleges.
Heart Palpitations
Posted by Dr Howard (Torrance CA) on 07/22/2023
Mag phos 12 X or C potency homeopathic great for the heart and negative symptoms. Helps cramps twitches, etc. Magnesium works on the white motor nerves giving them rhythmic harmony as they prolapse and contract.
Watch alcohol as it diminishes magnesium.Note when drunk people have a hard time even walking that's because the alcohol destroyed or used up most of their magnesium so they lose body or muscular control to some degree.
Helps with sugar issues, including cravings.
Can reduce desire for alcohol too. I have seen all of this treating people.
One client said he was getting free drinks on his bday. I proffered mag.phos 3X. He took a dose every 30 minutes. He was the only one to not get drunk. He was amazed. He was replenishing the magnesium the alcoholic drinks were using up!
Sprains
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 03/04/2023 525 posts
I wonder how many times people say, "Oh, it must not have been sprained." or "it's just a coincidence" or whatever, when something works. Zero pain this morning. Not a twinge nor even any stiffness. But, to be honest, it IS a little hard to believe. I can't even actually think of an injury of that sort that would be gone overnight...how is that even possible? But it is. Gone, that is. And applying castor oil DOES feel good so, I'll take it! The healing, that is. Not the castor oil. It definitely feels good applied externally but I ain't swallowing it. Because I'm an adult and I don't have to! Yuck! LOL
Internal Use of Castor Oil
Posted by Susan (North Carolina) on 03/02/2020
★★★★★
I just read the article and I only saw putting it in the eyes as internal. I don't remember reading about taking it internally. The oil pack, and applying on the skin is what I read. When you put something on the skin it will penetrate and a small percentage will go into the blood stream. In the old days they did give it by the spoonful, and I think they all survived. So, use your judgement, and maybe a little more research?? BTW, I agree the companies are just protecting themselves.
Dry Eyes
Posted by Marianne (Seattle) on 02/07/2018
I don't think I would use heat with castor oil on the eyes.
Abscessed Tooth
Posted by Gary (Kitchener On) on 09/09/2023
Hi Alison
Get a small cotton ball and soak it in Caster Oil and wedge it on the tooth, do this as many times as needed. Even at bedtime over night.
keep healthy
Gary
Vaginal Cervix Scar Tissue
Posted by Terri (New Zealand) on 07/16/2018
Research serrapeptase and its use for internal scaring and unblocking Fallopian tubes people report 6 months to fix taking high doses. Hope that helps along with the castor oil, helped with people infertility too.
Castor Oil Pack Use During Pregnancy
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 10/25/2016
Dear Maria,
My understanding is that castor oil is not to be used internally during pregnancy, because of its laxative effect (which can also cause contractions) or as a pack over the abdomen in pregnancy because it can cause the baby to have a bowel movement (though that would only be late in pregnancy) and because detoxing the liver in pregnancy is not a good idea.
All that said, at 8 weeks pregnant and on the breast, I don't know of a reason it would be contraindicated. For me, I would consider castor oil to be one of the safest treatments for the swollen lymph nodes in that area, even in pregnancy.
~Mama to Many~
Castor Oil Application Tips
Posted by Katzie (Calgary ) on 05/21/2021
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I just wanted to chime in and say this idea was brilliant! I was on vacation and used this emergency remedy - and it works! Thanks so much for sharing that tip.
Side Effects
Posted by AliB (Wales) on 01/31/2024
Yes. I agree.
Castor oil is a ‘drawer'. It can pull toxins out - or enable the body to push them out by its ability to increase white blood cell status in the area - and many of us have used quite toxic cosmetics & products over the years. Conjunctivitis, like anything coming out of the body anywhere, is a purging symptom. It's likely to only be a temporary issue.
Often, reactions we get to a natural substance comes not from the substance itself, but what it is doing to help cleanse & detox the body. But people assume it's the substance they are reacting to & stop using it - which of course appears to resolve the problem. But the toxins may still be present, secreted away in the tissues.
Side Effects
Posted by N. Bennett (Michigan) on 02/09/2018
I am also type O and have never had a problem with applying castor oil anywhere on my body.
Broad Benefits
Posted by Dianna (Austin, Tx) on 05/18/2010
it takes longer than a week... maybe a month or more. keep applying nightly and also use a method of exfoliation like baking soda or apple cider vinegar daily or at least weekly. also stay out of direct sunlight so you don't keep getting more spots. the spots will lighten with each layer of skin that comes off and if you don't create more spots by sun exposure - eventually the skin that replaces the spotted skin will be spot free.
Lymphatic Malformation
Posted by Ali (Wales) on 03/04/2018
A plant-based diet with plenty of greens, fresh fruit & veg juices and whole fruit is great for clearing the lymph. Dr. Morse is a great proponent of getting the lymph clear. Blocked lymph can apparently be at the root of most developed disease.
arthritis
Posted by Shelley (Sun Valley, Nevada) on 08/08/2024 11 posts
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In reply to:
Posted by Kathy (Covington, Virginia) on 11/26/2010: "I have read all the feedback on msm. Now I am confused. I am having pain in my knees and legs. Have for sometime. I mix 2 capsules of msm in lotion and apply as much as needed. This seems to help, but not for long. I would like to start taking msm by mouth, but now if it causes anxiety i can't do that. I already have chronic anxiety and am taking zoloft, have been for ten years. The msm i use is pure. What can i do?"
You can use what I used after being run over in a crosswalk by a van going 45mph, I took some gauze strips which I soaked in a bowl of Castor Oil Cold Expelled, Organic. I also had Sudan I.e. Plastic wrap. I had several Ace Bandages.
I was suffering severe Arthritis, now bone on bone in my left leg, my right leg was missing a shim of bone so it was bending towards my left side, sideways.
I took the sloppy Strips of muslin, wrapped them around the painful portions of my legs, my ribs, all broken. I then took saran plastic wrap and plastic ed the castor oil dripping wraps. After insure non, Castor Oil was leaking, I then wrapped each wrapped area in one of my multiple knee ace bandages. I then settled in my bed for the night. place my rather large heating pad on the Castor Oil Treatment areas. I set it eventually all on medium, and had pillows under my knees so I wouldn't thrash a nd toss all night.
After a sound sleep, no moving all night, I woke up without the throbbing, knife slamming pain in my non injured bones. My knee joints and hostel arthritic stabbing knife pain was gone. I went 2 weeks then started every 3-4 days. My pain subdued and wasn't at scream like I am a girl. I am allergic to Nsaids, Only take Tylenol rarely.
Urinary Incontinence
Posted by Rosie (Hampshire, Egland) on 05/26/2024
I have been reading and fascinated by your posts. Thank you so very much they are so informative.
Diabetic Feet
Posted by AliB (Wales) on 01/31/2024
Hi Philippa. I am 67, also diabetic, but reversed the neuropathy in my feet 16 years ago with diet & supplements.
i dumped highly refined wheat/gluten & sugar & adopted a natural unprocessed whole food diet with some supplements, especially the B vitamins, so crucial for nerve support & repair.
But I also do use Castor oil, & yes, it has made my feet beautifully soft too. I'm also using it on my eyes to (hopefully) heal the cataract & bit of retinopathy I have in my right eye.
Internal Use of Castor Oil
Posted by El (Washington, DC) on 03/02/2020
Please answer. EVERY bottle of castor oil I see, even cold-pressed, hexane-free, organic, says âExternal Use Only.â What brand is safe to use internally? And, it just a CYA for the companies? Itâs really frustrating that they do that.
Eye Blister
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 09/09/2017
Cold pressed is what I use as well. I put it into my eye for the eye bubble. I used it nightly in my eyes for months previously with no side effects.
~Mama to Many~
Arthritis
Posted by Mama To Many (Tn) on 05/30/2018
Dear Sandy,
Carrot juice taken daily over a a long period of time may be helpful to your eyes. It cured a friend of mine of an "incurable" eye disease!
Regarding castor oil, yes, I love it for dry skin. You have to gently massage it into the skin. I do this sometimes at night and then by morning it is all absorbed.
Regarding the concern about your jaw bone and tooth problems, could you remind me what you are currently doing? Supplements? Diet? Medications?
I don't think castor oil would have that negative effect on the inside of your mouth, but since everyone is different, I wouldn't rule it out entirely.
~Mama to Many~
Arthritis
Posted by Brent (Spartanburg S.C.) on 08/13/2018
@Sandy from IL: I've read that L Carnosine eye drops will get rid of cataracts. Check Amazon or ebay.
Liver Transplant Preparation
Posted by Katzie (Calgary, Alberta) on 03/19/2023
Contractions would/may possibly start only if Ingested. My sister with 5 kids did this after their due dates with the last 2.
Topically, it's fine. It stimulates the immune system to send T11 healing cells to the area it's placed over.
So, NO problem!!!
Healthy healing, everybody.
Indigestion, Colic
Posted by Franco08 (Albuquerque, New Mexico) on 12/23/2014
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We have been using castor oil internally for indigestion and externally for colic in children. I can say that it's effective for these ailments. This is one remedy that we always have at home for emergencies. It's good to know that it has other benefits too!
Castor Oil Pack Use During Pregnancy
Posted by Maria Khan (Germany) on 10/26/2016
Dear Mama to many,
Thank you so much for your early reply. Now I am in peace. I told my friend that she can use castor oil only topically during pregnancy she is also very happy because she got such a tremendous relief by applying castor oil she did not want to stop its application. God bless you and your family.I am a regular reader of Earth clinic and a great fan of you and your home remedies.Thank you once again for all your contributions and precious time.
Application Tips
Posted by Esprit64 (North Yarmouth, Maine Usa) on 03/24/2011
I am reading conflicting recommendations regarding castor oil and use of packs. Once a castor oil bottle is opened and first used, how long can you keep reusing the oil that you have put into your container for packs? As for the packs themselves, how many times should you use the fabric pack until discarding (I'm reading 30 times max, others write 3-6 months). Finally, once you have initially set-up your castor oil and packs for use, is there any need to continue adding castor oil for "refreshening. " At what point do you throw the oil out and begin again?
Heating Pads
Posted by K.Lynn (Mt. Healthy, Ohio) on 03/15/2009
★☆☆☆☆WARNING!
I've noticed at reading some of the posts that alot of people use heating pads for their ailments. and that's understandable because heating pads are comforting. But PLEASE ask yourself if your ailment could have an infection at it's source otherwise, you could mistakenly SPREAD an infection. I did this with myself, when I should have been using an ice pack to contain the infection. GOD BLESS!!!!
Lymphatic Malformation
Posted by London (Sandusky, Ohio) on 06/23/2009
For anyone with Lymphatic Malformation out there. Chocolate should be taken out of the diet, and Sugar, minimized.
My daughter has not had a flare up since I have completely omited chocolate and large amounts of Sugar from the diet. I even tested her out with the chocolate and she got a flare up the next day.
Application Tips
Posted by Jess (Phoenix) on 09/03/2024
Good for you!
An independent thinker! This is how great things are discovered - keep us posted!
Application Tips
Posted by Cindy (Illinoi, USA) on 09/04/2024 525 posts
ALSO - don't toss old bras! Instead, line the cups with PUL (diaper cover fabric), cut some appropriately sized white fleece, put the castor oil on the fleece and spread it out over the breast under your new, waterproof bra for cator oil packs and fomentations or poultices. Or just buy a couple of full coverage sports or nursing bras a little bigger than you usually wear and use those!
Emergency Castor Oil Packs
Posted by Susan (Usa) on 08/25/2023
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I heard of people using menstral pads. Load it up with castoral and it sticks to the skin
Urinary Incontinence
Posted by Carolyne (PNW) on 01/09/2023
Cindy, you have a convert-- going to try this to support my bladder. My symptoms sound like yours-- we shall see!! Thank you!
Urinary Incontinence
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 01/30/2024 525 posts
@Sharon
I love reading the castor oil sections on Earth Clinic! It's nearly all fantastic outcomes and just makes me extra happy! Sort of like an attitude adjustment!! (I also enjoy Sunflower farm baby goat videos, LOL)
Anyway, I don't usually get this far through the castor oil reports but it's evening and there's nothing going on so I saw your comment (2 years later!! ) and was thinking about all of the other times I've used castor oil since and it occurs to me that I used it on something a bit different, several months ago - just for a day, after which I got distracted and forgot all about it - but the issue was resolved! And I didn't even notice!
A few years ago I SUPER "stubbed" a toe. As in I really jammed it back into my foot somehow, not sure what condition it was in BUT, it was shorter and the nail, although it didn't turn black or fall off, stopped growing and the dang thing would just plain hurt sometimes.
ANYWAY, it was particularly painful one day and I was wondering about ways to resolve the matter. Obviously, it was some sort of "dislocation" or something so not something I would usually treat with something like castor oil but I figured, what the heck? Let's see what happens! And I did but didn't. "See", that is...so...
3 or 4 times, that day, I alternately applied castor oil, then a couple hours later I would apply 4 or 5 drops of DMSO and went back and forth like that, all day but, like I said, I totally forgot about it afterward and this was several months ago but I just realized it hasn't hurt since I did that and seems perfectly fine which is sort of weird, isn't it? It MAY have even been broken, I don't know, but it was absolutely super jammed or dislocated or something for several years and now it isn't. And I didn't even notice that it isn't until I saw your query about further castor oil adventures!
It's just such awesome stuff and all of these reports are so awesome and I just received some ozonated olive oil today and am looking forward to a need for something of that sort again so I can compare THAT to castor oil as I've been studying the various ozone treatments - which are used all over the rest of the world - and appear to be equally fantastic.
I still can't believe I believed it when I read, repeatedly, that there are no studies regarding ozone treatments when, in fact, there are THOUSANDS of studies. Just not in the US. And I should have known better!
ANYway, lots of high-fiving and WOOHOOing in this report but there it is. Super simple, super effective. Put simply, castor oil well and truly rocks!
Plantar Wart
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 05/22/2021 525 posts
Oooh! I've been trying to grow mine back so I could experiment on them some more and I'm SO trying this!! And I highly recommend linen socks - they're cheap and don't last forever but they're also AWESOME! I just applied CO to my feet and put mine on and it's...well...AWESOME - and you can wear them upside down when they get holes in the bottom. Haven't had much success mending them...
Another recommendation is one of those bath mats that looks like a big, flat, plastic loofah, so you don't slip in the shower if you are using castor oil on your feet. And, definitely Kirk's castile and Dr. Bronner's liquid castile soaps. I use the Bronner's in a foamer at the kitchen sink that I use for just about everything and Kirk's for the shower. Both cut castor oil and do a pretty good job cutting borax, as well.
Arthritis
Posted by Sandy (Il) on 05/28/2018
Hello Mama to Many, (Good Samaritan)
I have a cataract and tried castor oil but not much of use. Can you please suggest some alternate home remedy for my cataract. I am not able to drive specially in the night time. Also I tried taking castor oil internally, it cleaned my bowels three to four times in one day, but I noticed that my gums in upper jaw near my front teeth are swelling and having irritation. Is that the side effect?
Arthritis
Posted by Sandy (Il) on 05/28/2018
Dear Mama to Many,
Also please let me know whether the castor oil is good for dry skin. My skin is super dry and face always looked dull and tired. and because of dry skin my face is wrinkled and look very old,
Another problem for my dropping skin on face is my jaw bones have become week and I am some loose tooth. Do you know any home remedy to make my jaw bones stronger? You are my saviour on this site.
Arthritis
Posted by Sandy (Il) on 05/31/2018
Dear Mama to Many,
I have been taking care of just almost every day or at least 3 times a week, for the past 4/5 years. I just stopped last year, because there were lots of guests in the house and there was no time for myself. My tooth became wiggly last summer and I got it fixed by a dentist in India. He pressed it down and put some adhesive kind of thing and now it still firm. But moment he fixed it I noticed that my eyesight in one eye became very weak.i read somewhere that there's a connection between each eye and corresponding body organ to that. And because of my eye problem I'm not able to search on the website what is that connection between teeth and body organs. Until two months ago I was taking vitamin D3 alpha lipoic acid, coq10, magnesium calcium and ashvagandha. Recently I stopped everything and taking only coq10 and ALA. Massaing my gums with G32 tablet. This is my routine now. Sometime I rince my mouth with pinch of Alum and a pinch of salt in warm water. That gives lot of releif to my aching gums and teeth.
Liver Transplant Preparation
Posted by Sam (Miami ) on 03/20/2023
Castor oil pack are fine. Taking internally is for inducing labour.
Pain
Posted by Mallory Heartsong (Cleveland, Oh) on 02/19/2016
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Hello and thank you for all of your informative answers! I learned about Castor oil packs from a local massage therapist who practices Mayan Abdominal Techniques. I finally began using them in the past few months to increase fertility. Meanwhile, I discovered how helpful they can be for joint pain. I have had migraines since I was a child and have had tests, including an MRI, and seen several chiropractors, spending hundreds of dollars each month on treatment for a torqued atlas and alternately rotated axis in the upper cervical region. The last two mornings I have woken up around 5am, removed the pack from my lower abdomen, folded the cloth in half, added a little oil to the pack and placed it over the back of my neck instead. I really believe it is helping with my neck pain, although it hasn't ended completely in the 4 hours of application. Still, if it can offer some relief between adjustments, that is something! I have not taken prescriptions or any pharmaceuticals since high school. They stopped working, and long before I learned about toxicity, I knew they just weren't natural. Perhaps they work for some, but they were not for me.
I am wondering what the procedure is typically in using castor oil packs for headaches and migraines. I am also wondering, when we succeed in conceiving, will it be safe to continue to use a castor oil pack to help with joint pain and muscular tension in the neck? Or would it be safer to stop using them altogether?
Thank you for all of your help!
Blessings and Light,
~Mallory
Vaginal Cervix Scar Tissue
Posted by Viola (Sparks, Nv) on 02/15/2015
I have a history of surgery in the abdominal area (appendectomy, oopherectomy of left ovary) and vaginally (conization, other). Bottom line is that I have lots of abdominal adhesions and the os of my cervix is scarred over.
The adhesions are the reason I had the left ovary removed and they are adhered to my bowel as well, causing what is called a tortuous colon. I have used castor oil to eliminate some of the abdominal adhesions. I have experienced the release of some of these adhesions as others have described.
The scarred-over os is a recent discovery through a pelvic exam and the ob/gyn is already talking about a total hysterectomy since we can't monitor what's going on in the uterus AND there is no ability for the uterus to perform its normal drainage function.
As I see it, a vaginal hysterectomy is out of the question because it isn't possible to know where the adhesions have connected to surrounding tissue.
A laproscopically performed surgery is out of the question because previous attempts have shown that there is so much of this scar tissue it's impossible to tell what's on the other side of any particular adhesion (I actually have a video of the last laproscopy showing this.)
That leaves abdominal surgery as about the only option and one that seems bound to only make things worse in the long run for all of the obvious reasons as indicated by the previous outcomes PLUS I won't have a uterus, fallopian tubes, ovary, or cervix.
In addition, I am awaiting a biopsy on cervical tissue. Presence of HPV is confirmed, I'll know more about the biopsy soon.
In addition to doing some further abdominal application of castor oil packs, I am considering using castor oil vaginally to see if I can break up the scar tissue on the cervix to open up the os and restore access to the uterus. My question is what might be the best way to do this. I am particularly concerned because however it is applied internally in this sensitive area, it is not likely to facilitate the preference I see for applying for a few days and then not applying for a few days. Once its in there, its in there. Also, how to best apply - perhaps a saturated tampon? a syringe of some sort?
I'd appreciate any ideas and or feedback you might have. My goal is to either 1) improve this condition and avoid surgery all together, or 2) provide the best possible circumstances for a good outcome should surgery prove unavoidable.
Thank you in advance for your wisdom-sharing.
Castor Oil Pack Use During Pregnancy
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee, Usa) on 09/24/2013
Dear Robyn,
Correct, you wouldn't want to ingest castor oil in pregnancy. Some ladies who are overdue use it to induce labor, which is why it isn't recommended in pregnancy. It gets the bowels going and I guess everything else! Also, later in pregnancy, you wouldn't want to use a castor oil pack anywhere near the baby (like over your liver or gall bladder) because apparently, the castor oil soaks in and could even soak in to the baby, causing it to release meconium, which is not safe for baby. It is also not recommended to use it to detox the liver (using packs on the liver) because no detox is considered wise during pregnancy or breastfeeding, because you are releasing toxins, which could get to the baby.
But, you are talking about using a castor oil pack on your face. This is external and not near the baby. I am assuming it would be for pain relief and inflammation reduction. Personally, I would be okay with that for myself, but not sure I would recommend it to someone else. Castor oil used to be in make-up, might still be, and is in some hair treatments. To my knowledge, these things are not contraindicated during pregnancy.
Hope that gives you some information to make a wise decision.
Another thing you could try for your Bell's Palsy is Peppermint/St. John's Wort, externally. You could make a strong tea of equal parts of both and soak a cloth in it and put on your face for 15 minute intervals. Both are good herbs for healing the nerves and peppermint has been helpful to others with Bell's Palsy.
Hydrotherapy is another safe option for you. You would alternate warm and cool packs on your face. The warm brings circulation to the spot and the cool reduces inflammation. It is a surprisingly helpful therapy. You would alternate a cool cloth and a warm cloth (not to the point of uncomfortable, though) Warm for a few minutes, cold for 1. Alternate several times, ending with cool.
I hope you find relief soon! Congratulations on your baby!
~Mama to Many~
Castor Oil Pack Use During Pregnancy
Posted by Cathy (Tennessee) on 11/15/2016
I paint iodine on breasts when they are sore or cystic..by the next morning pain is gone. I would think this is safe. Most pregnant women are deficient in iodine and it helps baby also. Always good to check with doctor though. Ask if its safe to use iodine externally on skin. I buy it for $3 at any pharmacy ..or Walmart etc. Do not buy decolorized iodine, it doesnt work as well. Wear an old tshirt, in case it stains clothing. I pain wherever it hurts, or even all over. This is great for fibrocystic breasts also.
Side Effects
Posted by Margo (Ct) on 08/09/2017
I find castor oil is too thick for sensitive skin underneath the eyes and causes extreme puffiness for days if I put it anywhere near my eyes. But I am extremely sensitive to most eye creams and can't use them. Perhaps cutting the castor oil with avocado oil or another carrier oil would be gentler. Not in the eyes of course, just around the eyes.
Broad Benefits
Posted by mmsg (somewhere, europe ) on 04/01/2023
Tori, I think I read right here on EC that it's olive oil, not castor oil. And it's equal parts of olive oil and lemon juice in a shot cup. Start low and slow.
Syringomas
Posted by Carolyne (PNW) on 01/09/2023
She probably just applied it and left it, Castor oil is absorbed into the skin in a few minutes.
Side Effects
Posted by Urusla (New York) on 09/14/2017
I am also allergic to castor oil. I found out that blood type O can be sensitive to castor oil.
Dogs
Posted by Theresa (Glendale, Az, Usa) on 03/10/2010
I have Shih Tzus and one of them isn't eating his food. I always try natural cures and use Organic Apple Cider Vinegar in their food for the immune system and chinese herbs. I took Amos who is 11years old to the vet for blood work and will let you know his results. He had girgle lose fleem in his throat up to his nose. When I took him my retired vet he had him on medication but it causes stomach naseau, so my vet who I use for emergency operations if needed told me to stop the medcation which I did anyway. He is alway happy jumps around and eats. Maybe whatever he has is breaking lose in his throat as he had swollen lymph nodes/glands and now they aren't swollen.
My question is can I use castor oil on his throat area and just rub it in? as I know it has many healing advantages. Please let me know. I'm also getting chinese herbs as they help my one dog when her legs were dragging, been 2 years as she is fine.
Terry
Knee Pain
Posted by Iya (Sunny CA) on 12/20/2022
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Oh nice going!! I will give it a try, I use Castor Oil for gallbladder and liver cleanse on occasion. SO I DO HAVE organic on hand. AM GOING TO DO IT NOW.. need to go help my daughter with the new baby, and hope this helps. Taking OTC meds is not good for me with my CFS and FM issues.. thank you very much for taking the time to post..
Dogs
Posted by Denise (Westboro Ma) on 04/28/2017 25 posts
I wonder if it works on human tumors as well?
Gut Issues
Posted by Carolyne (PNW) on 01/09/2023
Probably used a castor oil pack- you can google "how to make a castor oil pack" and there are good descriptions. BE SURE your castor oil is Organic, Cold Pressed, and Hexane Free.
Sprains
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 03/03/2023 525 posts
Read your post and - as if it was planned - I went and sprained the muscle, ligament or tendon or whatever that bit is, back of the knee SOOO I smeared some castor oil on it and ahhhhh...I LOVE that stuff! Obviously, it didn't miraculously fix the issue but it always feels like "ahhhhhh"! We'll see how it feels in the morning.
Eyes
Posted by Pascal (Zagreb Croatia) on 11/12/2018
I use it undeluted and my eyes are better but I'm not sure is it safe.
The article below says: "The instillation of a castor oil solution into the eyes of nine patients resulted in mild and transient discomfort and minor epithelial changes. In another study involving 100 patients, the instillation of castor oil produced corneal epithelial cell death and continuity breaks in the epithelium."
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18080873
Liver Transplant Preparation
Posted by Marina (Miami) on 08/20/2023
- Castor oil taken internally induces labor. Castor oil packs not on a belly area should be fine.
Broad Benefits
Posted by ROSIE (MO) on 01/26/2021
You never said. Did you take it internally? People don't give details and it leaves us guessing...
Pain
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 02/20/2016
Dear Mallory,
Regarding the use of castor oil on your neck during pregnancy...personally, if it were me, I would be comfortable using it during pregnancy on my neck, at least in the beginning.
The concern with castor oil is that your body absorbs it and it could get to the baby, causing a laxative effect and release of meconium, which ideally won't happen until after birth. But that isn't going to be an issue early in pregnancy.
Perhaps with regular use of the castor oil on your neck regularly, by time time it wouldn't be a good idea for the baby's sake, it would no longer be necessary.
I am sorry about the migraines. You have tried so many things. And you will have less options during pregnancy. I am not sure of the procedure for castor oil packs for migraines. But maybe you are discovering it yourself with these packs on your neck! Let us know! :)
~Mama to Many~
Dry Eyes
Posted by Tikell (Monterey County) on 03/27/2016
My Opthalmologist said "absolutely not" and gave me a prescription for restasis. Grrrrrrr.
Abscessed Tooth
Posted by Alison (Uk) on 09/08/2023
Hi may I ask how to use the oil to get rid of a jaw infection? Do you dab it on gums or do oil pulling with it?
Castor Oil Pack Use During Pregnancy
Posted by Maria (Germany) on 10/25/2016
Hello Dear Mama to Many,
One of my friends is 8 week pregnant. Her left breast was very sore and painful before getting pregnant but now is more painful and hurting. She is also feeling pain underarm and neck.I thought she has clogged lymph system advised her to massage castor oil on neck, underarm and on breast. She has gotten big relief and all her pain has gone away but now I read castor oil is not safe during pregnancy. So far I have stopped her further use of castor oil on her breast but she is afraid if pain starts again what she will do. Please tell us what she should do in this condition.
Side Effects
Posted by Jennywren (Perth, Western Australia, Australia) on 02/23/2012
NAY I'd like to also add to this and say I've been using castor oil for my face and eyes for a couple of weeks and every morning my eyes are red and puffy. Didn't attribute much to it until I woke up with conjunctivitis this morning and started researching.. yes, the risin in castor oil can cause conjunctivitis! :( Will keep going on the face but will avoid the eye area.
Side Effects
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 05/22/2021 525 posts
I find it has just enough grip to give the face muscles a good workout, if you engage them against the direction you're rubbing. I've always massaged and exercised my face, have never been "delicate" with my skin, don't wear makeup and have always appeared younger than my age to others. Aside from when I woke up after sleeping off the Covid. I looked about 80! ROFL! BUT, I've got my strength back - thanks to rebounding - and everything's back to normal now!
Broad Benefits
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 03/31/2023 525 posts
I just take an occasional swig of olive oil and drink lemonade in the warmer months of the year.
Broad Benefits
Posted by Chandra (Florida) on 08/31/2023
For Gall Stones- I would take 2-3 tbsp of Castor Oil in Grapefruit Juice (just a cup or so), daily. Ice it for easier consumption. But I would also add - Apple Pectin- Daily - at very high doses maybe 3-4x recommended daily - for 6 days and on the 7th day at Epson Salts- tbs or so, also in ice chilled water - while taking an extra dose or 2 of Castor Oil. Chanca Pedra is also know as a powerful herbal to add to the mix. You can repeat this addition once a month - for thorough deep cleansing.
Broad Benefits
Posted by Bob (Rosedale, Md) on 08/14/2017
Can someone tell / explain to me that "wax on- wax off" exercise?
Beautiful Skin
Posted by Christelle (Windhoek, Namibia) on 10/05/2010
Will this caster oil not give you blackheads?
Calcified Bursa
Posted by Marisa (San Diego) on 11/19/2017
Do you think this post from 2007 used a heating pad with it all night?
Heart Palpitations
Posted by AliB (Wales) on 01/31/2024
Yes, & stress & trauma of any kind drains the body of the ‘stress-management' nutrients including Magnesium & the B vitamins.
Eye Blister
Posted by Tom (Los Angeles) on 09/07/2017
Hi,
I have a similar issue in my eye and keep getting the stye(boil) between eyelash/ eyelid on and off. I want to use the castor oil like you did.
Can you please suggest what type of castor oil did you use and did you put inside the eye or on eyelid. I bought cold pressed castor oil last night but I think I cannot use inside my eye.
I will appreciate your reply .
Thank you!
Application Tips
Posted by Rosie (Hampshire, England) on 05/26/2024
Thank you.
Old post but extremely useful. I have just ordered a pack for use with castor oil.
Moles
Posted by Carolyne (NW Corner of the NW Corner) on 11/21/2022
I know this is old, but how did you use the castor oil and baking soda? Perhaps just mix it into a paste? Thank you to anyone with the answer to this.
Liver Transplant Preparation
Posted by Roxanne (Michigan) on 03/13/2023
I thought I've read that pregnant women should not use castor oil packs, for it can cause contractions? Am I wrong? 🤷🏻♀️
Liver Transplant Preparation
Posted by Asma (Sydney) on 08/20/2023
Hi There, please must answer. As you said that youtube daughter in law used to use castor oil in pregnancy. Is it safe to use in pregnancy? On this website, I read that do not use pregnant women. Please tell me how did she use and did she get any side effects?
Dry Eyes
Posted by Marilyn (Il) on 02/07/2018
Is it safe to use heat with castor oil pack on the eyes?
Broad Benefits
Posted by Liz (AZ) on 01/20/2021
Hi Kem -
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing experiences with castor oil. I have read numerous articles on the wonderful benefits of castor oil and really want to try it but I'm not sure what type or brand is good. Are all castor oils equal? I know there is the type that is take orally that parents used to give kids for certain ailments. Then there's the topical formula. Do you recommend one over the other?
Abscessed Tooth
Posted by jedeyemeyend (phoenix arizona) on 09/11/2023
How exactly did you use it to clear the infection in your jaw? just apply it topically over your jaw and swish with it?.... thanks for the extra details
Vaginal Cervix Scar Tissue
Posted by Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 02/16/2015
Viola, read up on this site about Serrapeptase disolving adhesions.
Castor Oil Pack Use During Pregnancy
Posted by Robyn (Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada) on 09/24/2013
I'm wondering if it's safe to use a castor oil pack on my face to relieve Bell's Palsy symptoms, also, I'm 18 weeks pregnant. I read on this site not to use castor oil during pregnancy, or did they mean not to ingest it during pregnancy?
Side Effects
Posted by Imp (France) on 09/09/2020
I didn't have this problem, maybe your fingers or oil where contaminated by some bacterias. This can happen with any product, make up or cream that gets into your eyes.
Broad Benefits
Posted by Tori (Indiana) on 03/31/2023
Hello, could you please tell me the recipe for purging gallstones with caster oil and juice? What are the ratios. If anybody knows please advise. Thanks in advance.
Warts
Posted by Laurie (NC) on 10/03/2024 4 posts
Wow! Thank you so much for sharing.
Broad Benefits
Posted by Francisca (Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France) on 05/18/2010
Cajun, please tell me exactly how you used castor oil for your age spots? I applied it for maybe a week, covered with a plaster, day and night and it did absolutely nothing.
Skin Cancer
Posted by Lynne (Sedona, Arizona, USA) on 01/12/2009
Skin cancer of the lip: Has anyone ever heard of using Castor Oil Packs on skin cancer???
Broad Benefits
Posted by Vianne (Florida) on 01/15/2021
Hi Mama,
Could you please explain your method for getting rid of your ovarian cyst as I have been diagnosed with UTERINE FIBROIDS and I'd like to use Castor Oil packs to dissolve them. I hope all is well. Thank you.
Beautiful Skin
Posted by Mary (Saskatchewan, Canada) on 02/27/2014
To Mama To Many: Hi, does the castor oil make you break out? Do you mix it with anything? Thanks
Beautiful Skin
Posted by Nic (Wisconsin, USA) on 01/02/2021
I realize you posted many years ago. I'm hoping you subscribe to comments and will see this. What facial exercises do you use? Thanks :)
Gut Issues
Posted by Annette (TX) on 09/24/2021
How do you think the poster from 2007 applied the castor oil pack? Can anyone elaborate?
Eyes
Posted by Sue (Red Deer, Alberta, Canada) on 05/22/2018
I read that castor oil has a toxic component released (recin). I was thinking of putting it into my eyes at night and I'm double checking. I don't want to cause my eyes further stress.
Candida
Posted by Nicole (Chantilly, Va) on 06/29/2016
Hi ...great post and I will try what worked for you for candida. I was just wondering what you meant by "I have blended two bundles (not cloves, whole thing).., ". Are you saying you blended 2 bundles of whole cloves ...?
Vaginal Cervix Scar Tissue
Posted by Jane (Spring Valley, Ny) on 04/07/2016
Try AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound, a mushroom compound) for the HPV. It works!
Syringomas
Posted by badhairday (Bavaria) on 01/22/2021
Did you apply just to the bumps or to the whole under eye area? How long did you leave it on for before washing it off? Thanks.
Dogs
Posted by Michelle (British Columbia) on 01/25/2017
Do you apply this to the Dogs tumor neat or as a pack?
