Ricinoleic Acid is a Fatty Liver’s Friend
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and am not giving you medical advice. I am simply sharing the research I have done and what works for me, in the hopes it inspires you to do your own research and find your own solutions that work best for you.
Many holistic doctors have videos on YouTube explaining how to use castor oil as a liver detox, and it is quite easy to do. I like Dr. Berg’s explanation:
“The benefits of castor oil are largely attributed to ricinoleic acid, which is a unique unsaturated fatty acid that constitutes around 90 percent of castor oil’s composition,” Dr.Berg.
Rather than rub it on your skin, it is more effective to use it as a compress or a ‘castor pack’. This helps it penetrate more deeply and reach internal organs.
Dr. Barbara O’Niell explains this concept well in her educational video.
This is what I do.
- Simply soak a piece of cotton or flannel in castor oil (pour a few tablespoons at a time and let it soak in before adding more so you don’t waste any or over saturate the cloth)
- Place it over your liver at night , which is under your ribs on the right side. Some suggest taping a plastic bag over top to protect your sheets.
- Place the cloth in a mason jar and close it up between uses. The oil goes rabcid after about two months.
- The frequency of doing this varies widely among health practitioners.Sone recommend doing this twice a week for 30 minutes each time, and other suggest doing this overnight once a week and other suggest doing this every day for a period of time.
You can also buy fabric ‘packs’ that you can tie or cinch around your middle. These are called ‘castor oil packs’.
Sources
Dr. Berg. “The Therapeutic Benefits of Castor Oil (Hair/Skin/Face)”
Dr. O’Neill, B. “Benefits of Castor Oil by Barbara O’Neil”.