*Cure for skin disorders, such as ringworm, athlete’s foot and eczema
*Blemish buster
*Ointment for open wounds: Castor oil stimulates tissue growth so that a barrier can be formed between the wound and the environment, decreasing the risk of infection. It also reduces dryness and cornification, the buildup of dead skin cells that can delay wound healingVenelex, a popular ointment used in clinical settings to treat wounds, contains a mixture of castor oil and Peru balsam, a balm derived from the Myroxylon tree.
*Conditioning treatment for hair and skin
* cancer Cancer : The most common application of castor oil is as a [[Castor Oil Packs]]. Castor packs cleanse and detoxify the liver, kidneys and intestines, thereby aiding digestion and soothing abdominal discomfort. Enhanced with phytonutrients, castor oil penetrates deep into the lymphatic system, purging the intestines of harmful toxins. Because castor oil encourages lymphatic drainage, castor packs may help to shrink tumors and cysts when placed directly over or under the tumor.
* Castor oil boosts the immune system not only by eliminating toxins, but also by increasing immune cells, such as white blood cells, which help stave off infection.
*When placed on achy joints and muscles, castor packs reduce pain. Castor packs are also a popular treatment for alleviating cramps during menstruation.
*Its small molecular size enables it to penetrate deeply into the skin, cleansing and unclogging pores of excess oil, bacteria and makeup. When applied 2-3 times a day for several weeks, castor oil uses has also proven effective as a remedy for skin conditions such as sunspots, warts and moles.
* Anti-fungal : Castor oil has antifungal properties and may help fight off Candida, keeping the mouth healthy. One test-tube study found that castor oil eliminated Candida albicans from contaminated human tooth roots. Castor oil may also help treat denture-related stomatitis, a painful condition thought to be caused by Candida overgrowth. This is a common issue in elderly people who wear dentures.
==References==
* ''Thomas, Alfred (2005). "Fats and Fatty Oils". Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry. Weinheim: Wiley-VCH.'' * ''http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/04/28/castor-oil-to-treat-health-conditions.aspx''* https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23739849* https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23438045* https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28678952* https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0009483/* https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/castor_oil#section=Therapeutic-Uses
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