In ancient medical texts, the castor plant was called Palma Christi because its leaves looked like the hand of Christ healing the sick. Today we know that its power lies in a single molecule: Ricinoleic Acid.
The majority of oils remain on the skin surface. Castor oil has a molecular weight that allows it to penetrate through the corneal stratum to the deep dermis and subcutaneous tissue. There, it does something no drug can do right: Stimulate Lymphatic Flow.
The Mechanism: Your lymphatic system is the body’s sewer, but it doesn’t have a pump (like the heart). Castor oil increases the production of lymphocytes (white blood cells) and stimulates the contraction of the smooth muscle of the lymph vessels. It’s like unclogging a biological pipe. It is traditionally used to dissolve cysts, reduce fibroids, and decongest a fatty liver.
The Liver Pack:
Soak a cotton flannel fabric in Castor Oil (Organic and Hexane-free, very important!)
Put it on your liver (right ribs).
Put a bag of hot water on top.
Relax for 45 minutes. Do this 3 times a week. You will sleep like a baby because your body is finally taking out the trash.
Source: Journal of Naturopathic Medicine, “Immunomodulation through castor oil packs”, Study on lymphocytes count.