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Castor Oil - the old healer

Dad tells me this story of my Nan. Daily forcing down a teaspoon of castor oil. Dad says he gagged it tasted disgusting!
But all these years later what's the big deal with Castor  Oil.
Was Nan right (well she lived to 💯 years old and 3 weeks so she must have known something)

What does Castor Oil do?
The ricinoleic acid produced by castor oil can inhibit the growth of bacteria that causes acne. Texture: Castor oil is also rich in other fatty acids that can enhance smoothness and softness when applied to facial skin.
What is Castor Oil? 

A bottle of castor oil
Castor oil is a vegetable oil obtained by pressing the seeds of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis).[1] The common name "castor oil", from which the plant gets its name, probably comes from its use as a replacement for castoreum, a perfume base made from the dried perineal glands of the beaver(castor in Latin).[2]
Benefits of Castor Oil? 
Castor Oil May Promote Healing by Boosting Your Lymphatic System. One of the more compelling health benefits, if true, is castor oil's support of your immune system. And this healing property does not require you ingest the oil, but only apply it externally.
Cancer patients need to look after their lymphatic system. Especially if missing lymph nodes 
#castoroil #natural #iamstillawoman #nan #theolddays #cancer #healing 

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