The Crazy Wonders of Castor Oil
Castor Oil is a marvelous and special healer. It has the ability to strengthen the immune system and heal disease (and is completely safe) yet it is derived from the same plant as ricin, a deadly poison with no antidote! Native to India, castor oil has been used for centuries for its medicinal benefits. The plant was referred to as "Palma Christe" because the leaves were said to resemble the hand of Christ. It was later adopted for medicinal use in Ancient Egypt, China, Persia, Africa, Greece, Rome, and eventually in 17th Century Europe and the Americas. The oil is a very pale yellow liquid that is extracted from castor seeds ( Ricinus Communis ). It is an anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and triglyceride, comprised of fatty acids. 90 percent is ricinoleic acid . This unique fatty acid is found in lower concentrations in a few other seeds and oils and is thought to be responsible for castor oil's unique healing properties. The oil's healing capabilities go
