http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/castor_oil3.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/castor_oil3.rss Castor Oil Cures - Medical Uses of Castor Oil Packs. Mon, 20 May 13 07:09:49 -0500 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=NODES_120519 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss1 Sun, 28 Apr 13 21:44:24 -0500 [YEA] Grace from La, Ca writes: "I was ill for a 15 months before they figured out I had chronic appendicitis I was soooo sick that all my glands swelled up my ND told me to start rubbing good quality H--- health castor oil on my gland I would do while I was in shower (if you do this be careful it may make the shower slippery) I spray my shower daily to break up the oil. I also used a heating pad to get the oil to penetrate deeply within a few days all my glands returned to normal and my appedix was removed a couple weeks later. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=VI_120220 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss2 Sat, 20 Apr 13 19:13:43 -0500 [YEA] Mm from Bangalore, India writes: "Castor oil works like magic for vaginal itching. Simply wash and clean the area and apply castor oil liberally. The itching stops immediately and if it recurs apply again.... In a day or so the itching disappears altogether! :-) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=GF_82352 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss3 Fri, 20 Jul 12 09:40:05 -0500 Niki from Manchester, United Kingdom writes: "Hi there, I recently came across all the amazing benefits of castor oil. I was so excited to try it. I have been using it for 5 weeks now and havent seen ANY benefits at all. I have applied it on scars twice daily, used it as a pack over the abdomen about 8 times overnight, used it generously on my feet then slept with socks on overnight about 20 times and used it as an all over body moisturiser daily. I have seen no improvement at all. Is there any reason why this is happening? I use organic cold-pressed castor oil. I would appreciate any insight you could give me please. Thanks so much " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=GF_67612 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss4 Thu, 24 Nov 11 09:01:52 -0600 Fiona from Melbourne, Victoria Australia writes: "Is it okay to continue to use abdominal castor oil packs long term, I am still applying them 7 nights per week and have been for the past twelve months? I have Interstitial Cystitis (no infection present). " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_61694 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss5 Sun, 21 Aug 11 13:23:31 -0500 [YEA] Elaine from Mena, Arkansas, Usa writes: "I was reared from childhood, being given a tablespoon Castor Oil montly for cleaning out the colon, and also removing or killing parasites. The Castor bean has drawing properties, and does work well for drawing purposes. It has been used for so many remedies for many years, and yes, can be used as a purgative. But it also draws out impurities from the cellular tissue. I have also used it to purge of gall stones from Gall bladder. I simply mixed it with grapfruit juice, in order to get it down. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=SYRINGOMAS_55849 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss6 Thu, 05 May 11 10:57:37 -0500 [YEA] Alicia from Orlando, Fl writes: "I have been struggling with syringomas (tiny, skin colored bumps/tumors) under my eyes for quite a few years ago. I have had them removed by a dermatologist, but they not only eventually came back, but are multiplying! I decided to try castor oil after reading about the good results some people on EC have achieved on skin tags, warts, etc. I've been using it for one week twice a day, and they are almost gone! I have also started applying it to my entire face before going to bed each night. Castor oil is amazing! I plan to try liver packs next for congestion. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=ADVICE_54860 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss7 Thu, 14 Apr 11 11:19:47 -0500 Michy from Vancouver, Bc Canada writes: "Thanks for all the great info about castor oil! I have found great relief to my many months of dry eyes and hopefully will be seeing some wrinkes disappearing too! I have just noticed that the site says not to use while breastfeeding. Too late! Is this just for packs or any application and why? I was hoping to use some packs to help my liver and gall bladder which are sore. If not this any other suggestions safe for a nursing mom? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=ADVICE_54206 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss8 Wed, 30 Mar 11 22:13:01 -0500 Esprit64 from North Yarmouth, Maine Usa writes: "My understanding of castor oil packs is that you should use them on an affected area three days, then four days off. However, since I have multiple health problems and pain sites, can I also use packs in multiple body locations at the same time? Can I stay with one body site for three days, then move to another site for the next three days, etc. ? Every day, having a pack somewhere on my body? Are packs also effective for upper respiratory and heart problems? About massage. I understand that castor oil massages can also be done. However, I'm reading the massage should generally be done in the direction of the lymph system. How do I know what direction a lymph system is going? Finally, does it make sense to massage castor oil into an affected area and then, cover it with plastic wrap, perhaps sleep this way overnight? Thanks for any clarifications. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=GF_53956 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss9 Thu, 24 Mar 11 12:21:12 -0500 Esprit64 from North Yarmouth, Maine Usa writes: "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? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=SCAR_50065 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss10 Wed, 22 Dec 10 22:07:34 -0600 [QUESTION] Christinet from Scarborough, Ontario, Canada writes: "So I can't use the castor oil on my scar tissue from c-section if I am breastfeeding? Is there anything else I can use instead?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=SKIN_47703 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss11 Thu, 21 Oct 10 15:35:41 -0500 [YEA] Tricia from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada writes: "After reading many articles on the wonders of castor oil, I have started using castor oil (neat) to spread on my face. My goal is to improve my sun damaged skin (large brown spots and red around the nose area). I am also acne prone although it's been much better than when I was a teenager. My skin is so greasy you could fry an egg with the amount of oil that comes off it by the end of the day. I have been using Proactiv for years and it works for the acne but leaves my skin dry and oily at the same time! Anyway, in only three days, the castor oil has already smoothed out my skin, made it LESS oily and seems to have dissolved the flat skin tags that I had on my cheeks near my nose. After cleansing (still with my Proactiv cleanser) and toning with alcohol-free witch hazel, I put the castor oil on my cheekbones (where the brown spots are), around my nose and on my chin. I massage it in for 5 minutes to work it in, then pat the excess off with a Kleenex. I do this in the morning too and wait 10 minutes before putting on makeup on my face. My pressed powder seems to glide on now. The makeup stays on my face ALL day with only one touch up necessary in 10 hours! My skin looks AIRBRUSHED! This is only after three days!! I'll be trying the Oil Cleansing Method next. I want to give up using commercial cleansers altogether. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=AT_46175 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss12 Mon, 13 Sep 10 10:32:37 -0500 [YEA] Maureen from Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada writes: "Castor Oil Use during Work-Out A few months ago I decided to experiment and apply Castor Oil to my face, neck, torso and legs before starting my work-out. I figured since I sweat profusely the oil would absorb into the skin as the pores opened up. I find that it does completely absorb into the skin with the exception of my legs. They feel tacky since they do not sweat as much as the rest of my body. I do not use a towel as I would normally do to dry my face and neck as I begin to drip, instead I rub my hand over the area as little as possible but as needed because I do not want to rub off the oil. Clothing will get stained slightly but tends to come out in the wash because it is watered down with sweat. To be safe, do not use "good" clothing. I work-out (jog) at home not outside. Getting greased up to go outside may not be a good idea although by the time you are finished there is no grease to be seen. So start making your work-out do double duty with the use of Castor Oil or any other oil for that matter! I have not noticed any benefits I just do it because the oil is good for the body in general. Maureen " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_45441 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss13 Wed, 25 Aug 10 20:21:36 -0500 [YEA] Karen from Sydney, Australia writes: "I've had very sore knees due to being overweight. For the last few days I could barely walk or put weight on my left knee... About a month ago, I bought some Castor Oil and and was using it for my face (wrinkles etc) and I must say, it's just fantastic... Last night I could barely sleep due to the knee pain so I tried the Castor Oil on my knee.. I massaged it in for around 5 minutes and went to bed... This morning, I woke up almost totally pain free.. Apart from a slight pulling sensation at the back of my knee, the severe pain I was suffering with for days, has gone... I'm not only gobsmacked but still gingerly walking around as if it's going to erupt at any minute.... I can't thank this site enough and the information it offers... It has been a God send.... I am going to use the oil on other parts of my body as well whenever I feel tension or pain... I'm still shocked as I write this.. Thank you to everyone who asks great questions and others who give such informative answers, especially Ted... God Bless you.. Karen " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_44900 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss14 Sun, 08 Aug 10 10:55:09 -0500 [YEA] London from Sandusky, Ohio writes: "I LOVE castor oil!!! Its a miracle oil!!! I use it for EVERYTHING. Does not work very well as a laxative tho, however, It does relax you, and I usually take a long nap after drinking it. Its wonderful for injuries, and painful muscles, strains, sprains, etc." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=EYES_44611 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss15 Fri, 30 Jul 10 10:55:07 -0500 [YEA] Elise from Perth, Wa Australia writes: "I have been struggling with dry eyes all my life. I have always found that if the air is a little too cold or windy, my eyes immediately begin to water uncontrollably. I tend to wear mascara and eyeliner etc, so I would always have black under my eyes which was also rather embarrassing. I would also find my eyes would get red and start stinging in these situations. I heard about people putting a couple of drops of castor oil into each eye before going to bed. I tried this myself. The first couple of nights it can sting a little, but disappears when your eyes are closed. After about a week, my problem disappeared. It also made THE WHITES OF MY EYES WHITER, AND THE BLUE MUCH BRIGHTER! ! ! My eyes now look like my 1 year olds pure, sparkling eyes! Fabulous! My EYELASHES ALSO GREW THICKER AND LONGER within that week. Your eyes naturally have an oil layer. This helps nourish that layer of the eye. You can buy eye drops that are very costly, but the main ingredient in them is castor oil anyway. Save yourself some money and buy castor oil!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_44406 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss16 Fri, 23 Jul 10 22:08:37 -0500 [YEA] Dfc1 from Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Usa writes: "I thought I would comment on my use of Castor Oil. I had a small cyst under my skin beside my left eye for about a year. A few weeks ago I started rubbing one drop of the oil on the cyst. Sometimes it would get in my eye, but it didn't hurt or anything. Within two weeks I noticed that the cyst was gone. I couldn't believe it. I had read on this site about Castor Oil being good for sleep, so every time I put it on my eyelids I sleep better that night. I have also read that Castor Oil is good for cataracts. My 12 year old peek-a-poo has cataracts so I'm going to try the oil in his eyes, if I can get him to hold still long enough. I love Castor Oil and I love this site." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_42258 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss17 Mon, 17 May 10 17:48:16 -0500 [YEA] Cajun from Opelousas, La writes: "I began using Castor Oil Packs [COP] a few years ago and can swear by them...even my mother swears by it now after falling and damaging her knee...all was well overnight after applying the COP method. Another use has been for liver spots; religiously applying CO has lightened them and also improved my skin." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=SPRAINS_40332 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss18 Mon, 22 Mar 10 15:03:47 -0500 [YEA] Jen from R writes: "hey ec just wanted to let u know that castor oil works! i fell last sunday. landed on my hand/wrist and thought 4 sure it was broke. swollen, blue, blood blisters, everything. i kept ice on it all night and when i woke up it was worse. so i went monday morn to have it xrayed. to everyones surprise it was not broke so i went and bought castor oil. 5.99 and wrapped my hand before bed. i fell asleep and woke up 3 hrs later took the wrap off and to my suprise i could open my hand all the way and had no swelling and no pain. i could nt believe it! i went and turned on the light to check for the bruising. it was still there but it looked like a week old. u know when it starts to turn brown. so i did it again the next night. and only left it on for an hour. the bruise was almost gone. and its now monday of the next week and you would never know that a week ago i was being xrayed for broken bones. i posted a question lastweek asking about castor oil for hyperthyroid and no one answered but im going for it. with amazing results on my hand i have figured i will try and let u know what happens. i have never used this before last monday but im a firm believer now. thanks ec. thanks edgar cayce. thanks God! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=HHB_40173 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss19 Thu, 18 Mar 10 01:04:01 -0500 [YEA] Soulon from Dittmer, Missouri writes: "If you've ever been hit by a ball or smashed your finger then "Castor Oil" is your best bet. As soon as the hit or smash occurs, saturate the entire area with Castor oil and leave on. Really lay it on! This has been advice that was given by a medical practitioner some 40 yrs. ago and it works. It will also remove blood blisters, take the swelling down and stop the pain. I was hit in the arm muscle with a zinger grounder and immediately applied my Castor oil. It took out the pain and never swelled and where I did not go down my arm far enough it did bruise, but where I applied the Castor oil it did NOT bruise. It's awesome for toddlers who constantly are falling. Apply ice on top of the Castor oil if you wish, but many times it's unavailable and the oil is handy to carry on you in a small bottle. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=HYPERTHYROID_40097 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss20 Tue, 16 Mar 10 00:21:27 -0500 [QUESTION] Jen from R writes: "hello earthclinic, i am wondering if anyone knows if it is safe to apply castor oil packs to the thyroid with a hypeRthyroid condition. or what about to the eyes for thyroid eye disease? i have been reading about all the benefits of castor oil on ec because i hurt my hand wrist and backside yesterday while out looking for crystals. im going 2 go buy some today for my hand but would also like to see what it can do for my thyroid. if anyone knows if this would b benificial to me or has tried it i would love to know thanks. ec is awsome!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_37565 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss21 Sat, 16 Jan 10 22:21:13 -0600 [YEA] Mel from Katy, Tx writes: "Castor Oil cured my insomnia and a Pterygium on my left eye. A pterygium is fatty deposit from wind/dust that affects one or both eyes. There is no pain, but it looks gross. I first got this while living in West Texas and was diagnosed by an Ophthalmologist. My doctor told me that it is not serious unless it starts growing towards the pupil and therefore, should be removed because it will affect my eye sight. My pterygium over the years was getting closer and closer to my pupil as the years have gone by. I knew that very soon I would have to have surgery to have it removed. I started the castor oil therapy about 2 weeks ago for my insomnia and just about 2 days ago I was looking in the mirror and look at my eyes and had to do a double take. The pterygium is almost gone! It is very thin and is not noticeable at all. I am so happy! I started using castor oil for insomnia and that was successful and at the same time cured my pterygium. Thank you so much. :D" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=SOREFEET_36801 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss22 Thu, 31 Dec 09 09:58:43 -0600 [YEA] Aurelia from Pittsburgh, Pa writes: "I have found that a good quality castor oil rubbed into the foot for about 5 minutes will relieve foot soreness temporarily. Hope this is helpful." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_36455 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss23 Wed, 23 Dec 09 16:05:02 -0600 [YEA] Whispergently from Timmins, Ontario Canada writes: "When I first read about Castor Oil it wasn't through Cayce but from a newsletter written by Dr. David G. Williams if anyone is wanting to read the helpful research and information provided in his newsletter simply email me at rtz4973@hotmail.com and I'll forward you the newsletter (afraid of posting it, infringement rights), he's done extensive research and he and other doctors have been treating their patients with the oil. He states to his knowledge "ricinoleic acid is not found in any other substance except castor oil. Such a high concentration of this unusual, unsaturated fatty acid is thought to be responsible for castor oil's remarkable healing abilities". He also explains that it's good for those suffering from AIDS and the list is rather long. He now has a web site but haven't found this information on his website, he wrote this newsletter back in July 1995 therefore with this comment I'm being presumptuous by saying "he's gone on into sales now and into the money making business". He's researched the lymphatic condition (Lymphocytes are the disease-fighting cells of your immune system) and complaints that can benefit from this method: 1. Chronic fluid retention with swollen joints and pain 2. Arthritis 3. Upper respiratory infections involving the sinuses, tonsils and inner ear 4. Colon problems like Crohn's disease or colitis 5. Gallbladder disease 6. Boils 7. Liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, enlargement or congestion 8. Menstrual-related congestion 9. Appendicitis 10. Hyperactivity 11. Constipation, bowel impaction or adhesions 12. Swollen lymph nodes 13. Bladder and vaginal infections One thing for sure you do need to read his newsletter. I no longer can find it on the web, I do so much reading and searching that I lose track of where I've been, no spring chicken here, although benefits from the oils are making me feel like one, lol. I still believe the best place to put the oil is on the feet, no need for the packs, it's absorbed through the skin regardless of where you put it, also you can wear it all day without infringing on your daily activities, plus the smell will be somewhat hidden inside your shoes. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=MC_35418 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss24 Sat, 28 Nov 09 17:13:51 -0600 [YEA] Marge from Phoenix, Az, USA writes: "I've been using castor oil packs as a healing treatment off and on for years since first learning of their efficacy from a 'holistic' doctor here in Phoenix. Once years ago I accidentally slammed a car door on my ankle which caused tremendous swelling and bruising and I simply could not bear any weight on my foot. Elevated the leg and wrapped the ankle in a rag soaked with castor oil and applied heating pad over ankle. Remained that way for most of the night and upon waking, nearly all swelling and bruising was gone and I was able to walk and bear weight on injured ankle again! Amazing. Several years ago tripped and fell down a flight of concrete stairs landing on both knees. Both knees swelled and were in excruciating pain. Proceeded to lie down with both legs elevated on top of several pillows and applied a well-soaked castor oil pack to each knee. Placed heating pad on top. Next morning - pain, stiffness and swelling was 95% gone and was able to go about my normal activities. Am currently working on severe tendonitis in right shoulder affecting rotator cup and extending down right arm, using castor oil treatments at night. Will let you know results." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/castor_oil.html&name=GI_34305 /Remedies/castor_oil3.rss25 Sun, 01 Nov 09 09:46:02 -0600 [YEA] Cajun62234 from Opelousas, Louisiana writes: "As a proven believer in Castor Oil, the other morning I awoke with a very sore gum in the vicinity of my right canine tooth. A look in the mirror indicated it was blood red, very tender, but no blood excreted when massaging. I generally 'oil' with Sesame Oil, but thought 'Why not try CO?'... Two 20 minute sessions [about 3-4 hours inbetween] and a session at bed time. I excreted all of the 'oiling', but let the CO coating remain in my mouth over night...the next morning it was 95% better; a repeat of the previous day's treatment produced a 100% recovery by the following evening...no redness, no tenderness and a normal, healthy gum.."