Castor Oil Packs are a great tool to help naturally promote reproductive health. I recommend them for a variety of gynecological conditions including:
Fertility
Endometriosis
Menstrual cramps
Fibroids
Hormone Balance
Applying the castor oil pack to your uterus helps:
Detoxify the uterine environment and reduce inflammation
Shed stagnant tissue and promote circulation of fresh oxygenated blood to improve the uterine lining for implantation
Promote circulation to the ovaries to improve egg quality and quantity
Prevent build up of endometrial tissues and soften and resolve endometriosis and fibroids
Promote circulation to the uterus to prevent menstrual cramping
Applying the castor oil pack to the liver helps:
Detoxify the liver
Promote relaxation and facilitate balance hormones
Facilitate the function of the liver. In Chinese medicine the Liver system is responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle and the smooth flow of blood. Castor oil packs on the liver help it perform these functions effectively.
What you’ll need:
High-quality cold-pressed castor oil
wool or cotton flannel
Wrap around pack or plastic wrap
Hot water bottle or heating pad
How to use the Castor Oil Pack:
Fold the flannel into a shape to cover the desired area
For fertility or menstrual-related issues this area is on the lower abdomen between the belly button and the pubic bone
For liver detox this area is on the right side of the upper abdomen half on the lower ribs and half under the lower ribs
Warm the castor oil
Pour some castor oil on the flannel so that it is saturated but not dripping
Place the flannel on the desired area with the castor oil side on the skin
Cover with plastic or wrap-around pack to protect your clothing or towels from staining
Place the heating pack or hot water bottle on top of the pack
Lie on your back and relax for 30-90 minutes
When you are done, store the flannel in a glass mason jar and store in the fridge for future use (It can be used 20-30 times)
How & When to use it:
For severe pain and stagnation in the uterus causing fibroids, endometriosis, or painful periods with clots:
Use the castor oil pack daily or every other day for 30 to 60 days, except during your period or when bleeding.
For less severe pain try using it 3 times per week for 30 days, except during your period
Continue less frequently (1-2 times per week) for another 2 or 3 months, eventually reducing use to twice a month
To promote uterine lining health for fertility
Apply the castor oil pack one of several ways:
Starting after your period until ovulation: use daily or every other day on the uterus
From ovulation to your period: use daily or every other day on the liver
Alternate between the uterus and liver throughout the month until your period
Stop after confirmed pregnancy
For stress
Apply the castor oil pack to the liver
During an IVF cycle:
Apply the castor oil pack over the liver during the stimulation-medication phase, as well as after retrieval to detoxify the system after medication
Apply the castor oil pack over the uterus from retrieval to transfer
Stop packs after transfer
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