The Castor Oil pack, a vital ingredients for detoxing and great to
relief pain
History of Castor Oil Packs
How a Castor Oil Pack works
Uses of Castor Oil Packs
What you need for a Castor Oil Pack
How to do a Castor Oil Pack
Precautions for Castor Oil Pack
Other Castor Oil Pack recipies
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History of Castor Oil Packs
Castor oil has a long history of traditional medical use
dating back to ancient Egypt. Derived from the castor bean (Ricinus
communis), the oil was once used internally as a laxative but is now
primarily used externally due to its potential toxicity. Castor Oil has
been used therapeutically in ancient India, China, Persia, Egypt,
Africa, Greece, Rome, the Americas, and in 17th century Europe. This oil
is also known as Palma Christi or the "Palm of Christ". Edgar Cayce
mentions castor oil many, many times in his readings. Today it is used
as an emollient and skin softener, treatment of gastrointestinal
problems, lacerations, and other skin disorders such as psoriasis. Also
used to boost your immune system. It is also found in many skin care
products.
How it works
A castor oil pack is placed on the skin to increase
circulation and to promote elimination and healing of the tissues and
organs underneath the skin(like acupuncture). The effect of these oil
packs is to enliven, through the activity of the absorption through the
perspiratory system, the activities in such natures and measures as to
produce a greater quantity (than at present) and a superficial activity
of the lymph circulation; hence setting up drainages to such measures
that the poisons will be eliminated from the system
Uses of Castor Oil Packs
It is used to / for:
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stimulate the liver
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various liver conditions such as cirrhosis and
torpid liver
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Liver and Gallstones
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toxaemia
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relieve pain
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headaches
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increase lymphatic circulation
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reduce inflammation
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arthritis
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Cholecystitis (inflammation of the gall bladder)
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colitis
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improve digestion.
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poor eliminations
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appendicitis
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incoordination between assimilations and
eliminations
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intestinal disorders such as stricture and colon
impaction
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epilepsy
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incoordination between nervous systems
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scleroderma
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neuritis
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calluses,
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cancer (skin and breast),
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cysts, bunions, moles, tumours and
warts
A castor oil pack can be placed on the following body
regions:
The right side of the abdomen to stimulate the liver. Castor oil packs
are often recommended as part of a liver detox program.
Inflamed and swollen joints, bursitis, and muscle strains.
The abdomen to relieve constipation and other digestive disorders.
The lower abdomen in cases of menstrual irregularities and uterine and
ovarian cysts. The lower back, shoulder or any part with pain.
What you need for a pack
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Undyed wool or cotton flannel large enough to cover
the affected area
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Castor oil
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Plastic wrap cut 1-2" larger than the flannel (can
be cut from a plastic bag)
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Hot water bottle
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Old clothes and sheets. Castor oil will stain
clothing and bedding.
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Warm Castor Oil (in water bath, do not heat it in a
pot as it can easily get too hot)
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Place the flannel in the container. Soak it in
castor oil so that it is saturated, but not dripping.
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Place the pack over the affected body part.
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Cover with plastic.
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put a towel over it
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Place the hot water bottle over the towel pack.
Leave it on for 2 hours. Rest while the pack is in place. Keep it
warm
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After removing the pack, cleanse the area with a
dilute solution of water (500ml) and baking soda (2 tsp)to remove
any acidity from the skin.
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Throw soaked parts away, as the are now full of
toxins and acidity. Always use fresh cloth and castor oil
The castor oil and flannel can be purchased at a health food store
A non-electric heat source is best.
A supplement to this is that during this treatment you
pay attention to thoughts, images, and feelings that arise and make note
of them in a journal.
It is generally recommended that a castor oil pack be
used for 3 to 7 days in a week to treat a health condition or for detox.
Or at least three times per week for sixty minutes each
time to improve blood flow. This regimen should be followed for at least
three months and then can be tapered to once a week.
Castor oil should not be taken internally (unless 100%
organic). It should not be applied to broken skin, or used during
pregnancy, breastfeeding, or during menstrual flow. Packs should not be
used while you are bleeding heavily.
For warts and moles
A mixture of castor oil and baking soda applied on calluses on the feet,
moles, ingrown toenails and warts.
Apply a paste of baking soda with Castor Oil. Mix together and apply in
the evenings. Just the proportions so it makes almost a GUM (not a
dough). A pinch between the fingers with three to four drops in the palm
of the hand, and this worked together and then placed on - bound on. It
may give some irritation after the second or third application, just
leave it off for one evening and then apply the next - and it will go
away!
For chronic Kidney and Gallstones
Rub the castor oil over the upper abdominal area, after creating a
decoction of gingerroot slices. Soak a cotton cloth in the decoction,
place it as hot as you can take it over the castor oiled area, place a
plastic over it, cover this with a thick cotton towel, wrap a blanket
around it all to keep the heat in... sometimes even use a hot water
bottle between the towel and the blanket. Keep it on for about an hour.
You might feel "chemical-burning-like-sensations in the
livers as the
actions begin... this disappears rather quickly (in minutes) and then
the
healing has begun...
Serious chronic cases have to do this twice a day for a few days, then
cut to once a day, then a few times a week, then once a week...and the
liver and gallbladder and kidneys all get strong and after a few months.
If you have any doubts about the self-healing power of your body,
consult your naturopath or health practitioner for advise!
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