Castor Oil
What to look for
100% pure castor oil (Ricinus Communis)
Single ingredient
Cold-pressed
Hexane-free
Unrefined
USDA organic
Glass bottle
No additives
No fragrances
No carrier oils
No preservatives
No fillers
No solvents
No synthetic ingredients
Dr. Josh Axe, Ancient Nutrition
Healthline, Jullian Seitz, MS, RD, LDN
Benefits
Alleviates Chronic Pain: Just as effective at relieving pain in cases of knee osteoarthritis and chronic rheumatoid arthritis as medication but without the negative side effects.
Wound Healing: Contains antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti‑inflammatory properties. Boosts wound and pressure ulcer healing thanks to its moisturizing, antimicrobial and antibacterial properties. In particular, its main component ricinoleic acid appears to help lower skin inflammation and support skin healing. Effective against many types of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Liver Function + Detoxification: Just two weeks of using castor oil packs, participants had improved immunity markers, liver enzymes, and cholesterol levels - even among the those whose liver and cholesterol enzymes were elevated outside of normal range at the beginning of the study.
Constipation: The ricinoleic acid in castor oil interacts with the receptors in your intestines to stimulate your bowel muscles to contract and move your poop through your colon.
Hair Growth: When infused with lotion and applied topically, castor oil was able to significantly boost hair growth.
Induces Labor: 91% of women who consumed castor oil 40+ week mark to induce labor gave birth vaginally quickly afterwards.
Dr. Josh Axe, Ancient Nutrition
What We Use at CI
