Castor Oil For Constipation, Health Benefits And Uses Of Castor Oil

Constipation can affect a person of any age. Although this is a common problem, its long-term persistence can also be fatal. Therefore, it is important to overcome this problem in time. Given the seriousness of the subject, we are going to tell the benefits of castor oil to relieve constipation.  Learn how castor oil can be helpful to relieve constipation. Also, use of castor oil for constipation has also been mentioned in this article. Readers should note that the benefits of castor oil may alternatively help relieve constipation, but should not be considered a cure for the problem.

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First of all know what is constipation?

Table of contents

• What is constipation

• Why is castor oil beneficial for constipation?

• Use of castor oil for constipation -

• Precautions -

What is constipation

If a person has a bowel movement three or less times a week, he can be called constipation. In this situation the stool becomes hard and dry.  Also, a person may complain of flatulence or abdominal pain (1) (2). However, constipation is not a disease but can be a symptom of some other disease (3).  Know further some tips of using castor oil for constipation.

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Know why the use of castor oil is beneficial for constipation?

Why is castor oil beneficial for constipation?

Ricinoleic acid present in castor oil has laxative properties (stomach cleansing properties), due to which it may be beneficial for constipation (4). In addition, according to a research published on the website of NCBI - The National Center for Biotechnology Information, a pack of castor oil can help in relieving the symptoms of constipation (5).

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Now it is time to know the use of castor oil for constipation.

Use of castor oil for constipation -

Know below how castor oil can be used for constipation.

 1. Castor oil 

Material :-

• One teaspoon castor oil

• Any fruit juice of your choice

Method of use

• First of all, keep the castor oil in the refrigerator for some time to cool down.

• When the oil cools down, mix it in a juice of your choice and consume it.

How beneficial?

• We have already given information that castor oil has laxative properties, which can relieve constipation. Castor oil can be used twice a week.

2. Castor oil and orange juice

Material :-

• One teaspoon castor oil

• A cup of orange juice

Method of use

• Add castor oil to a cup of orange juice and mix well.

• Now consume it.

• This mixture can be consumed once every few days.

How beneficial?

• The benefits of orange are many.  If castor oil has stomach cleansing properties, orange juice can also help in relieving constipation. Actually, juice contains plenty of water and water softens the hard stool and helps in its drainage (6).

3. Castor oil and lemon juice

Material :-

• One teaspoon castor oil

• A cup of lemon juice

Method of use

• Add about a teaspoon of castor oil to one cup of lemon juice.

• Then consume it.

• It can be consumed every other day.

How beneficial?

• Lemon juice along with castor oil can also be beneficial. Indeed, lemon is a citrus fruit, and a research published on the NCBI website suggests that citrus fruit intake may help relieve constipation problems (7).

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4. Castor oil and hot fomentation (heating pad)

Material :-

• One tablespoon castor oil

• A heating pad

Method of use :-

• First massage the abdomen lightly with castor oil.

• Now place the heating pad on the stomach for a while.

• This can be done everyday, especially until the problem of constipation is relieved.

How beneficial?

• We have already given information about the pack of castor oil can help in relieving constipation. Now with this, if the heating pad is used, it can be more beneficial. Actually, a research related to this topic is available on NCBI website. According to research, the use of a heating sheet during constipation can relieve the stomach (8).

Note: Be sure to heat the heating pad as much as the skin can bear.  Too hot can cause skin burn.

5. Massage with castor oil for children

Material :-

• Organic castor oil as required.

Method of use :-

• Take a little bit of castor oil and make it lukewarm.

• Now massage the baby's stomach and arms and legs gently with this oil.

• Keep on massaging for a few minutes.

How beneficial?

• As we mentioned above, a pack of castor oil can help reduce some of the problems or symptoms of constipation.  Actually, castor oil has analgesic properties (9), which can help reduce the problem of abdominal pain during constipation.  However, there is no scientific evidence on how beneficial use of castor oil can be for children. In such a situation, it can be used only as a guess.

Note: Before applying oil to the child, do a patch test and check the oil temperature.

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Know further some precautions related to castor oil.

Precautions -

 Pay attention to the things mentioned below.

• Always use organic castor oil for the child.

• Do not use castor oil for a newborn or a child under 6 months of age, as it may have a bad effect on the child's health (10).

• Do not use castor oil if someone has severe constipation (11).

• Consult the doctor or specialist about its quantity for its intake, as its quantity depends on the age and physical health of the person.  Excess intake of this can cause many physical problems, such as upset stomach, nausea, abdominal pain, and chest pain (12).

• Before using castor oil on the skin, do a patch test.

• If someone is taking any type of medicine or has an allergy problem, seek medical advice before taking it.

• Pregnant women should avoid using it, as it can cause miscarriage (11).

Note: It is recommended that before taking castor oil, take medical advice also.

After reading this article, readers have already learned how castor oil can be helpful in relieving constipation.  Keep in mind that the use of castor oil for constipation can be beneficial to some extent, but do not consider it a cure for constipation by any means.  At the same time, if someone has severe constipation problem and is not getting the benefits of castor oil, then contact the doctor immediately.  Hope this article is helpful for you.