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May 2024
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898 - 2 Surprising Benefits of CASTOR OI...

Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC
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Castor oil is growing in popularity as a natural remedy that holds surprising health benefits! Does this miracle oil really improve constipation, skin health and more? In this episode, I’ll break down the best uses of castor oil - all backed by the latest research!  

 

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Suggested Castor Oil Products:

Castor Oil Cold-Pressed Softgels: https://bit.ly/3JEaSzJ

Sky Organics Organic Castor Oil (Amazon): https://amzn.to/44CbRuh

Zinc and Castor Oil Cream (Amazon): https://amzn.to/44nClzo

Blink Eyedrops for Dry Eyes (Amazon): https://bit.ly/3QqzBLX

Pure Organic Castor Oil Roll On For Lips, Eyebrows, Under Eyes, Eyelashes and Cuticles: https://bit.ly/3WoRRsL

 

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Featured Studies 

📉Castor Oil: National Library of Medicine: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK551626/

📉Preparation of Ricinoleic Acid from Castor Oil: https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jos/71/6/71_ess21226/_pdf/-char/en

📉Castor oil and diclofenac sodium in patients with osteoarthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19288533/

📉Castor Oil in Bowel Preparation Regimens for Colon Capsule Endoscopy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36428855/

📉Efficacy in bowel movement and change of gut microbiota on adult functional constipation patients treated with probiotics-containing products: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38238054/

📉Efficacy and Safety of Over-the-Counter Therapies for Chronic Constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33767108/

📉Antimicrobial action of sodium hypochlorite and castor oil solutions for denture cleaning - in vitro evaluation:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26313346/

📉Efficacy of castor oil cream in treating infraorbital hyperpigmentation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37927123/

📉Low-concentration homogenized castor oil eye drops for noninflamed obstructive meibomian gland dysfunction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12414410/

📉Effect of castor oil emulsion eyedrops on tear film composition and stability: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19963428/

📉Topical periocular castor oil treatment for blepharitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32422285/

📉Role and Mechanisms of Phytochemicals in Hair Growth and Health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37259355/

📉Effect of Castor Oil on Cervical Ripening and Labor Induction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35837141/

 

DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g 

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