The Old Ways: Castor Oil

Castor oil, made from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant, has been used as a home remedy for thousands of years for many health issues. It is found in many different foods, medications, and skincare products. A few of the many uses for Castor oil include:

• Laxatives: Castor oil works quickly by stimulating muscle movement in the intestines, making it practical for temporary constipation relief or bowel cleansing before medical procedures. It can be combined with aloe vera gel to soothe and repair the bowels.
• Natural Moisturizer: It contains no harmful additives and is suitable for the face and body. Dilute it with a carrier oil like coconut oil before using it. It may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. We recommend doing a small skin patch before using it on larger skin areas.
• Reducing Inflammation/ Wound Healing: Ricinoleic acid, the primary fatty acid found in castor oil, can help reduce skin inflammation, support healing, and relieve pain. It has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that can help enhance wound healing.
• Neuropathy: Some folks have reported relief from tingling feet using castor oil and cayenne pepper. They stack plastic wrap with a paper towel, add castor oil, sprinkle with Cayenne pepper, wrap it around the feet, and cover it overnight with socks. Please let us know if you try this; I’m planning to.

  We like Seven Minerals organic cold-pressed Castor Oil, available on Amazon,