Cultures around the world have used castor oil for thousands of years as a natural healing remedy. In the Mediterranean, it was thought to increase a woman’s lactation, while in Africa it was used to ...

Castor oil can work like a stimulant laxative to relieve constipation. However, some people, such as those taking certain medications or who have specific health conditions, may need to avoid it. When ...

When most people hear the words “castor oil” they cringe, bringing back childhood memories of their mom forcing a tablespoon down their mouth in order to move their bowels. Castor oil does indeed have ...

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I’ve had monthly cramps for years, so I take lots of Motrin and Midol. My mom came over and put an old-fashioned castor-oil pack on me. It worked like magic. Can I apply it regularly? What else are ...

Dear Pharmacist: I've had monthly cramps for years so I take lots of Motrin and Midol. My mom came over and put an old-fashioned castor oil pack on me. It worked like magic. Can I apply it regularly?

In a recent doom scroll through TikTok, I was inundated with videos of various 'morning shed' routines. The trend shows creators peeling off their various slept-in beauty aids, from heatless curl ...

Dear Pharmacist: I’ve had monthly cramps for years so I take lots of Motrin and Midol. My mom came over and put an old-fashioned castor oil pack on me. It worked like magic. Can I apply it regularly?