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Cold Pressed Castor Oil- Directions
Cold Pressed Castor Oil- Direction for Use
Background:
The castor bean (Oleum ricini), also known as Palma Christi due to its shape and healing
properties, is known principally as a cathartic (strong laxative). As a pack placed over the
abdomen, usually with heat applied, the oil is absorbed into the lymphatic circulation to
provide a soothing, cleansing and nutritive treatment.
Use:
The castor oil pack is specific for non-cancerous uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts. Other
conditions which reportedly respond well include: headaches, liver disorders, constipation,
intestinal disorders, gallbladder inflammation or stones, conditions with poor elimination,
night time urinary frequency and inflamed joints. It is not to be used with pregnancy,
bleeding or during menstruation.
Materials Needed:
Organic Castor oil, a sheet of plastic (a garbage bag is OK), 36" X 18" piece cotton or
flannel, heating pad or hot water bottle, pillows, and baking soda.
Procedure:
1. Fold flannel into 3 layers to fit over your entire abdomen.
2. Soak flannel with the castor oil. Fold flannel in half and strip excess oil from pack.
3. Lie on your back with your feet elevated (use of a pillow under your knees and feet
works well), placing oil-soaked flannel over abdomen, cover with a small sheet of
plastic and then an old towel. Place a heating pad or hot water bottle on top.
4. Leave pack on for 45-60 minutes. Practice relaxation breathing by placing one hand
on your diaphragm and the other hand on your lower abdomen. As you breathe in,
force your lower abdomen to swell like a balloon. With each breath out, practice
relaxing your jaw and shoulders. As you practice more, relax all muscles in your body
5. To remove the oil, wash with a solution of 2 tablespoons of baking soda and water.
6. Store the Castor pack in the refrigerator in a large zip-lock bag. Add more oil only as
needed to keep the pack saturated. Replace the pack after it begins to change
color.
7. For maximum effectiveness, apply the pack as often as possible - at least 4
consecutive days per week for at least 4 - 6 weeks. Daily use provides the most
beneficial effects.
ALTERNATIVE METHOD:
Apply the castor oil directly to your abdomen without the flannel pack. A sheet of plastic
covers the oil soaked skin, with a towel on top. A heating pad or hot water bottle is applied.
This is often applied for the entire night and in the morning the castor oil will be totally
absorbed through the skin. Use old sheets as the castor oil permanently stains.
Background:
The castor bean (Oleum ricini), also known as Palma Christi due to its shape and healing
properties, is known principally as a cathartic (strong laxative). As a pack placed over the
abdomen, usually with heat applied, the oil is absorbed into the lymphatic circulation to
provide a soothing, cleansing and nutritive treatment.
Use:
The castor oil pack is specific for non-cancerous uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts. Other
conditions which reportedly respond well include: headaches, liver disorders, constipation,
intestinal disorders, gallbladder inflammation or stones, conditions with poor elimination,
night time urinary frequency and inflamed joints. It is not to be used with pregnancy,
bleeding or during menstruation.
Materials Needed:
Organic Castor oil, a sheet of plastic (a garbage bag is OK), 36" X 18" piece cotton or
flannel, heating pad or hot water bottle, pillows, and baking soda.
Procedure:
1. Fold flannel into 3 layers to fit over your entire abdomen.
2. Soak flannel with the castor oil. Fold flannel in half and strip excess oil from pack.
3. Lie on your back with your feet elevated (use of a pillow under your knees and feet
works well), placing oil-soaked flannel over abdomen, cover with a small sheet of
plastic and then an old towel. Place a heating pad or hot water bottle on top.
4. Leave pack on for 45-60 minutes. Practice relaxation breathing by placing one hand
on your diaphragm and the other hand on your lower abdomen. As you breathe in,
force your lower abdomen to swell like a balloon. With each breath out, practice
relaxing your jaw and shoulders. As you practice more, relax all muscles in your body
5. To remove the oil, wash with a solution of 2 tablespoons of baking soda and water.
6. Store the Castor pack in the refrigerator in a large zip-lock bag. Add more oil only as
needed to keep the pack saturated. Replace the pack after it begins to change
color.
7. For maximum effectiveness, apply the pack as often as possible - at least 4
consecutive days per week for at least 4 - 6 weeks. Daily use provides the most
beneficial effects.
ALTERNATIVE METHOD:
Apply the castor oil directly to your abdomen without the flannel pack. A sheet of plastic
covers the oil soaked skin, with a towel on top. A heating pad or hot water bottle is applied.
This is often applied for the entire night and in the morning the castor oil will be totally
absorbed through the skin. Use old sheets as the castor oil permanently stains.