You might not realize it, but your physical, emotional, and mental health are all deeply entangled with how healthy your liver is.
This dark reddish-brown organ in the upper right-hand corner works tirelessly to detoxify our blood, produce bile juice, store essential vitals, minerals, and iron, break down hormones, boost immunity, and so much more.
However, all this work can take a toll on this perpetual working organ of your body.
That's why it's vital to cleanse your liver, and using castor oil for liver detoxification is a sure-shot way to detoxify and heal your liver the right way.
Therefore, in this article, we will answer the most in-demand questions about castor oil for liver detoxification. But, let's first start with understanding what exactly is a liver detox:
What is a Liver Detox?
The liver is the body's natural detoxifier since it eliminates toxins from the body and makes bile to aid in normal digestion. A person's liver can cleanse practically anything they come into contact with.
However, through all the filtering processes, toxins can get accumulated inside the liver. This is where detoxifying your liver becomes important because a liver filled with toxins can be the breeding ground for various illnesses and health risks.
But how do you know if your liver even needs detoxification? Following are some of the most common signs that your body may be urging for a liver detox:
- Skin Disorder: Dry, itchy, raches, and discolored skin
- Abdominal Bloating: Excess weight gain in the abdominal area (this happens primarily due to lack of fat metabolization)
- Digestive Problem: Constipation, heartburn, and diarrhea (caused by decreased production of bile)
- Hormonal Imbalance: Increased premenstrual symptoms and a decreased libido (the result of testosterone and estrogen hormone imbalance)
Other than the above, recurrent headaches, feeling of extreme tiredness post sufficient sleep, depression, increased body odor, and bad breath can also be concerning signs of liver damage.
However, even if these symptoms are not apparent in your body, detoxifying your liver at regular intervals is essential for your overall well-being. And castor oil is the new age solution for liver detoxification and cleansing.
How does Castor Oil Help in Liver Detox?
Castor oil has long been a part of ancient Chinese, Indian Ayurvedic, and Egyptian medicines. Interestingly, cultures from around the world have used this miraculous oil for everything from digestive care as a laxative to skincare.
But why should you use castor oil for liver detoxification?
The ricinoleic acid in castor seeds targets your liver's lymphatic system and promotes the movement of chemical energy in the body, thus helping it produce lymphocytes.
The body's natural disease-fighting cells, lymphocytes, aid in the removal of toxins that have accumulated over time. This vital detoxification strengthens your immune system for combatting any disease you may be exposed to.
Moreover, castor oil also includes Sesquiterpene Lactones (SLs), which, in combination with other compounds like artichoke and dandelion, aid in liver cell cleansing and revival, as well as lowering levels of specific fat markers linked to NAFLD.
The other benefits of castor oil-induced liver detoxification include:
- Reduction in nausea
- Pain relief
- More effective waste removal
- Improved digestion
- Increased relaxation
- Immune enhancing benefits
Castor oil can also be used as an enema to release toxins and maintain optimal liver function, enhance detoxification, and lower liver-related inflammation. Moreover, it can also be used in various therapies to treat detoxification issues, hormonal imbalance, problems with organs within the liver, and more.
Castor Oil Packs for Liver Detoxification
Castor oil packs are the modern solution to provide the essential oil's benefit directly at the source. These packs can be used to apply pressure to any location, including the chest, abdomen, or other trouble spots.
A castor oil pack targets naturally beneficial properties of castor oil and helps it readily reach tissues, organs, muscles, and bones through all seven layers of skin without interfering with the body's natural function.
Besides being an excellent treatment for reducing symptoms of fatty liver, castor oil packs are also universally accepted to treat excess acidity in our livers naturally. When you start applying a castor oil pack religiously, you will:
- Feel more energetic
- Enjoy better digestion
- Notice clearer skin
- Have an overall improved mood
Making a castor oil pack for liver detoxification is, however, not that straightforward. Despite many claims, those who have tried DIY castor packs know how messy it can be. Besides the hassle of finding the perfect cloth to turn into a wrap, a castor oil spill can ruin your cloth and bedsheets. All in all, it is not everyone's cup of tea.
But, there is a better way out!
Expertly made Arandi Organic Liver Detox Castor Oil Pack, a combination of liver detoxifying organic castor oil blend and organic cotton wrap (9x19), cut the hassle and let you apply and enjoy the entire process of detoxification.
In the words of our customers, these castor oil packs are "Well constructed and solve the problem of not making a mess."
How to Use Castor Oil Pack for Liver Detox?
Applying a castor oil pack for liver detoxification is super easy. Here's how to do it:
- Place your Arandi castor oil pack on a flat surface
- Apply a handful of castor oil directly over your liver (upper right-hand corner of your abdominal)
- Add another 2-3 tablespoons of castor oil at the center of the pack
- Now, place the pack over your liver and place a heating pack or hot water bottle on top for more profound healing
- Let the pack sit for 60-90 minutes, you can also wear the pack overnight
When you order your Arandi Organic Liver Detox Castor Oil Pack, you will receive a thorough step-by-step direction book to follow. Following the steps, you can expertly apply your castor oil pack without hassle.
NOTE: Make sure to cleanse your bile duct before detoxifying your liver
Castor Oil Flush
Castor oil flush is incredibly effective in cleaning your liver, stomach, kidneys, and colon. Because castor oil is ultimately derived from plants, it is a very mild laxative. As a result, it gently lubricates and nourishes the colon, unlike other laxatives like senna or saline enemas.
Castor oil flush is also excellent at removing any extra body heat. It is the perfect remedy for those who have occasional flare-ups of chronic inflammation in the lower GI tract or any gastric inflammation.
Though castor oil Panchakarma cleansing should only be carried out under the guidance of an Ayurvedic physician, the mild route of castor oil flush can also be performed at home.
So, this is how you can do a castor oil liver flush at home:
Get Your Body Ready
Start by eating light (for instance, soups, veggies, kitchari, broth, etc) for three to four days prior to the flush. Abstain from cheese, alcohol, or meat.
Choose cooked meals whenever possible, be sure to eat your largest meals at lunch and drink lots of water.
Time to Start the Process
- Pour a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice and add three tablespoons of medical-grade organic castor oil; stir and drink the mix immediately
- Wait for at least 30 minutes
- Now, drink one glass of lukewarm water
- Wait for another 15 minutes and gulp down two more glasses of warm water, and repeat the same after the next 15 minutes
- Now, rest until you feel the need to use the washroom
Following the above step, you can easily flush down most of the toxins and waste in your liver and stomach.
The After Care
Castor oil liver flush can be a little strong since it purges all of your body's toxins. Therefore, you may feel dizzy for the 3-4 hours post the castor-oil flush.
So, keep your body hydrated, drink warm water infused with lime juice, salt, and a dash of raw sugar to promote absorption. And get as much rest as possible.
Also, ensure to avoid spicy, greasy, uncooked, and heavy foods for at least two days following the flush.
NOTE: Before making any changes to your health and wellness program, please consult with your doctor. Don’t perform castor oil liver flush more than twice a year.
A Word of Caution
Castor oil is a great remedy to detoxify your liver, be it via packs, liver flush, or both. But, when used too often, it can also endanger the health of your colon. So, don’t form a habit of using any strong laxatives (including castor oil) for an extended period.
It’s natural to feel some irritation in the intestines after using castor oil. But, discontinue the use upon any signs of intestine cramping. Also, never use castor oil if you have inflamed intestines.
Read the list of contradictions with great honesty, and follow the dietary recommendations before and after detoxification.
The Secret to the Perfect Castor Oil Blend for Liver Detox
For centuries holistic practitioners have been using castor oil for liver detox. But, with technological advancement, we now know, for sure, that castor oil is filled with exceptional nutritional and medicinal value.
But, more importantly, we have learned how to make the perfect blend of organic castor oil, especially for liver detox. Arandi Ultimate Liver Detox Castor Oil Blend is a mix of 97% organic castor oil and 3% organic essential oils (organically extracted oils).
So, show your liver some love, and treat it with the Organic Liver Detox Castor Oil Pack. After all, this is the least we can do for this little guy to clean out all the bodily toxins and keep us healthy!
