CASTOR OIL
Palma Christi (palm of Christ) plant |
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Castor oil is one of the most effective and amazing Wholistic
skin application remedy I have ever had the pleasure to work
with and use. It is very simple to use. And it
is very effective in its God given abilities to help your
body to heal itself. And anyone can use it. |
| Warning |
| If the castor oil that has hexanes in it, like that sold at
drug stores, do not use it. Hexanes make the castor oil
useless. Use only the cold pressed and cold process castor
oil like you would find at the Edgar Cayce Foundation (1-800-333-4499)
or Baar Products (http://www.baar.com/) |
| What Is It Used For? |
Castor Oil's natural healing qualities can
be used for all inflammation (itis). You might ask, “What
conditions are involved in inflammations? First, any word
ending in “itis” describes the condition or conditions
you can use castor oil on. Conditions of inflammation,
as they advance from their simple forms to their more advanced
forms, include the following physical outward signs and symptoms
of:
1. Swelling & edema
2. Tired
3. Weak
4. Tight
5. Stiff
6. Soreness
7. Achiness
8. Tenderness
9. Pain
And, as they improve or get better, they will reverse along
the same order:
1. Pain
2. Tenderness
3. Achiness
4. Soreness
5. Stiff
6. Tight
7. Weak
8. Tired
9. Swelling & edema
You may also ask, “What are some of the more common conditions
you can use caster oil on?
1. Muscle tiredness, weakness, tightness, stiffness, soreness,
achiness, tenderness and pain
2. Ligament tiredness, weakness, tightness, stiffness, soreness,
achiness, tenderness and pain including all
sprains
3. Tendon tiredness, weakness, tightness, stiffness, soreness,
achiness, tenderness , pain, including all
strains
4. Bone tiredness, weakness, tightness, stiffness, soreness,
achiness, tenderness and pain and all broken
bones
5. Joint tiredness, weakness, tightness, stiffness, soreness,
achiness, tenderness and pain and all joint
arthritis’
6. Nerve soreness, achiness, tenderness and pain
7. External organ inflammatory conditions such as; Eye, Ears,
Nose, & throat reproductive organs,
8. Internal organ inflammatory conditions such as liver, gall
bladder, pancreas, spleen, stomach, intestinal
(small and large
intestines), rectum
and anus.
9. External body part inflammations such as any part of your
upper
and lower extremities, head, neck,
back and spinal areas,
chest, abdomen,
pelvic, and hip areas
10. Swelling and/or edema are managed very successfully with
the application of castor
oil.
11. Wound care treatment and management has been greatly
assisted in its recovery
with the application of castor oil.
Pay Care Attention
I have repeatedly found that most individuals, after successfully
using and noting caster oil’s wonderful benefits will
forget to use it the next time they get into trouble with any
form of an inflammation. Why is that? |
| Where Can I Get Caster Oil? |
| Caster Oil is available in our bookstore.
A lot of its many applications are made known to us through
the works of Mr. Edgar Cayce. Mr. Cayce is well known
for his contributions to Wholistic and natural healing methods.
Let’s first discuss what Mr. Cayce says about Castor Oil.
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| Mr. Edgar Cayce On Caster Oil |
Edgar Cayce has been called the father of
the modern-day holistic health movement, and his physical readings
continue to be studied by physicians to determine it the material
given for specific individuals years ago can be used today to
help those who suffer from similar conditions. The principles
of health and healing in the Edgar Cayce readings arc that the
balance of body, mind, and soul are so closely intertwined that
the dis-ease of any of these three aspects will also affect
the other two.
Castor oil is derived from the bean of the Ricinus communis
or Palma Christi (palm of Christ) plant, having beautiful large
palmate leaves. Through the Cayce readings, it is apparent that
the oil of this humble plant is a marvelous source for a multitude
of natural remedies. Castor oil is mentioned for use in the
form of external oil packs in over 570 health readings. The
packs were indicated for use in a wide variety of health situations,
from arthritis, to liver and intestinal conditions, to scleroderma.
Additionally, castor oil was sometimes recommended for use in
massage for various skin disorders, tumors, and breast cancer.
Clearly, the beneficial usage of castor oil is wide ranging
indeed!
Our Personal Opinion On Castor
Oil & Pregnancies
Castor oil allows the body to detoxify both physically and emotionally.
We feel that it is not advisable to do any detoxification during
pregnancy, especially a castor oil pack to the abdominal area
as it could transport toxic materials across the placenta and
into the child. |
| Treatment Applications |
There are many ways of applying castor oil to yourself but
the two most popular ways are:
1. Direct Application of castor oil to the effected skin’s
surface or
area by rubbing it on and
allowing it to absorb in for up to five
minutes. And then to lightly wipe off the remaining excess
of
castor oil. Direct castor oil applications
to the effected skin area
are more directed
at mild and moderate discomforts.
2. Saturated caster oil pack application to the effected skin.
Saturated castor oil packs are more directed
at moderate and
severe inflammatory problems. Let's
discuss both below.
1. Direct Applications
Castor oil can be simply applied to and rubbed on and over the
effected area, allowed to sit there for a short time (about
5 minutes) to absorb into the skin. Following about five
minutes or so you then can gently wipe off the excess and continue
on with your daily activities. You may find that you are
required to apply castor oil two to four times a day or more
if necessary.
You can also apply to the castor application Essential Oils
and Scar Care if the condition deems it necessary. These two,
by themselves or combined with castor oil work exceptionally
well on any “itis” condition.
Special Rider Mixture
I discovered and refined this mixture over the years through
the treatment of rider injuries. This mixture is one teaspoon
of Castor Oil mixed with six drops of Sun Breeze. Dab
off any excessive oil on or around the area.
Application
I have had patients apply castor oil directly to their feet,
place socks on to absorb the excess while keeping it on the
feet before starting the day's work load and/or working on hard
floor surfaces, such as cement or tile. Others have placed
castor oil on problem areas before starting athletic events
or competition as Rehab (correction) and Prehab (prevention)
methods. Yet others place it on acute and chronic problem
areas just to get some relief.
Direct applications can be performed during the morning, afternoon,
and evening times and even before bedtime to work its miracles
over the night time hours.
I personally have found many uses for the miracle cure healing
oil. I keep it a small bottle of it near where I work,
play, and live and am always surprised at the number of times
I use it on myself and others. Next, let's take a look
at the castor oil pack applications.
2. Saturated Castor Oil Pack Applications
First, you may ask, “What is a castor oil pack? The castor
oil packs are more commonly used for the more moderate and sever
itis conditions. The standard castor oil pack is made
from several layers of white wool flannel, folded to about the
size of a 10" by 14" rectangle. The white wool flannel
is then saturated, but not dripping, with cold-pressed castor
oil. In many cases, the oil is warmed before use. Basic instructions
for making your own castor oil pack and materials source suggestions
are attached.
How are the saturated castor oil packs used?
Please consult the Edgar Cayce circulating files and readings
for information pertaining to various diseases and the recommended
treatment applications of castor oil packs. Any of the suggestions
from the medical readings should be used under the supervision
of a health care professional. Exact placement of the pack on
the body, length and duration of treatment time and use of heat
varied in the readings according to the dis-ease being treated.
Usually, the pack is placed on the lower right side of the abdomen,
in the area between the lower rib and upper edge of the hipbone.
The readings often suggest that the castor oil pack be applied
for one hour. A heating pad (as warm as possible) is placed
on top of the castor oil pack. A large bath or beach towel is
then wrapped around the body, covering the castor oil pack and
heating pad. The towel should be pinned securely to hold everything
in its place during the treatment.
Afterwards, the skin should be washed off with baking soda and
water. Most readings suggest follow-up regimes, such as treatments
for three days in a row, then four days off, for three weeks.
Then, no treatment is used during the fourth week, but is resumed
as before in the fifth week. Some readings also recommend a
small dose of olive oil be administered after the treatments.
How can I prevent the castor oil packs from staining my clothing
and linens?
Castor oil is highly penetrating. Protect your clothing and
bedding from direct contact with the oil with plastic garbage
bags, plastic sheeting (such as dry cleaning bags, or old plastic
tablecloths or shower curtains). Plastic food wrapping or a
large plastic bag may be used to protect your heating pad. Washing
soda (sal soda) or baking soda may be used during laundering
to remove some of the accidental castor oil stains on fabric.
How are castor oil packs maintained?
The same castor oil pack may be used again for additional treatments
after being re-saturated with oil. The castor oil packs may
be stored in a glass jar or sealed in a plastic bag for six
months to a year, providing it does not become rancid or soiled.
Do not wash the fabric. Simply add more oil if it begins to
dry out. It is recommended that the castor oil pack be used
and re-used by the same individual, and not shared with others.
How does castor oil packs work?
Why are they so versatile and appropriate for so many different
conditions? The readings recommend castor oil packs for such
a wide realm of dis-eases that it is truly amazing. How can
this be so? Traditional medical science views castor oil primarily
as a cathartic agent to be taken orally. The Cayce readings
focus upon the external application of castor oil.
Today, we do know that castor oil has a unique chemical profile
rich in ricinoleic acid, with an "18 carbon acid having
a double bond in the 9-10 position and a hydroxyl group on the
12th carbon. This relationship of hydroxyl group and unsaturation
exists only in castor oil." We do not know exactly how
castor oil really works on the body. Cayce’s ability to
discern all of the interactions of the body’s systems
and any existing imbalances therein was remarkable. Perhaps
the wisdom of Cayce’s higher consciousness truly perceived
the ability of castor oil in addressing these imbalances.
William MeGarey, The Oil That Heals: A Physician’s Successes
With Castor Oil Treatments, (Virginia Beach: VA, A.R.E. Press,
1993), p 62.
Materials Needed:
Wool Flannel cloth
(Cotton flannel may be used if you are allergic to wool.) Wash
and dry the cloth before its initial use to remove any impurities.
The size of the cloth needed for use varies. For an abdominal
pack constructed for the average person, after folding the cloth
several times, the cloth would be about 10" in width to
14" in length. (Refer directly to the readings to determine
the number of times the cloth must be folded. Generally, the
more heat that is to be applied, the more times the cloth must
be folded, thereby requiring more clothe.) Two potential sources
for flannel include Home Health Products (which sells wool flannel
in 12" x 18" and 18" x 24" sections) and
the Heritage Store (which sells wool flannel in 12" x 27"
sections and cotton flannel in 13" x 1 5" sections,
three thicknesses). You may need two cloths.
Cold-pressed castor oil (one pint)
1. Plastic sheeting
2. Potential sources include plastic shower curtains, plastic
tablecloths, large garbage bags, recycled
dry cleaning bags
etc.
3. Plastic food wrap
4. Electric heating pad or hot water bottle
Two old towels (These may get stained with castor oil.)
A. One beach towel or very large bath towel
B. One regular bath towel
Safety pins (two or more)
Baking Soda
Optional Materials:
Washing soda (sal soda)
Soda may be used during laundering to remove some of the accidental
castor oil stains on bedclothes
I. Protect the bed
with plastic sheeting. Place the beach towel
upon the plastic sheeting.
2. Turn the heating pad on to a medium heat setting. Cover the
pad generously with plastic food wrap. Place
the flannel on the
wrapping and pour
castor oil slowly over the cloth, one layer at a
time until it becomes well saturated, but not dripping. If there
is
excess oil, wring it out and return
the saturated cloth to the
covered heating
pad. Heat the castor oil pack on medium heat
for about 10 minutes. Do not leave unattended.
3. Place the castor oil pack and plastic food wrap on the body,
with the warmed flannel next to the skin,
using the directions for
position as
indicated by the readings. (For example, the
readings indicate that the castor oil pack be placed on the
right
side for intestinal dis-ease and
the left side for pancreatic
dis-ease.)
Place the heating pad on top of the covered castor
oil pack.
4. Wrap the smaller towel about the body lengthwise to cover
the
castor oil pack and heating pad.
You may want to use the safety
pins to secure everything in its place.
5.The heating pad setting may be increased, but do not heat
the
pack beyond your comfort level. Do not
fall asleep while using
the heating pad! Continue
the treatment for 1 to 2 hours or as
directed by the readings.
A. Do not apply heat if you are experiencing abdominal pain.
Seek medical advice for diagnosis of
abdominal pain.
B. Heating pads should not be using during pregnancy, during
menstrual flow, or if you are experiencing
gaseous stomach or
intestinal conditions.
6. The skin in the treated area should be cleansed afterwards
with
a solution of one cup of warm water
and one teaspoon of
baking soda.
7. Store the castor oil pack in a glass jar or plastic bag between
treatments. You may wish to refrigerate the
pack.
8. Refer to the specific readings or circulating files for the
proper
sequence of treatments and whether
or not the treatment should
be followed with two tablespoons olive oil
taken orally.
9. For best results, use the castor oil packs in a quiet relaxed
setting without distractions. You may enjoy
reading spiritual and
uplifting materials. Maintain
a meditative, prayerful, and
expectant attitude. Keep positive thoughts.
Remember, Castor Oil is available in our bookstore.
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