The combination of castor oil, turmeric and cabbage in a poultice is a traditional use that is often found, sometimes alongside green clay. Here I explain how this poultice is prepared and which precautions to take. I do not promise you any effect: no health claim is authorised for these products, and in case of joint pain, the right person to turn to remains your doctor.
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Castor oil, extracted from castor seeds, mainly contains ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid characteristic of this thick, viscous oil.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, seek advice from a healthcare professional before any use, even external. Castor oil must not be taken orally without medical advice.
Turmeric is a yellow spice obtained from the rhizome of a plant in the ginger family. Its main pigment is curcumin.
You can use it as a powder in your meals (curries, soups, roasted vegetables), or mixed with castor oil for the poultice described below. Please note: it stains linen and skin heavily.
The cabbage leaf applied as a poultice is an old traditional use. A large green cabbage leaf is used, washed, with the ribs lightly crushed with a rolling pin to soften it.
In the kitchen, cabbage is eaten raw in salad, lacto-fermented as sauerkraut, or cooked.
Mix two tablespoons oforganic castor oil with one teaspoon of organic turmeric powder. Apply this mixture to the skin, then place a fresh cabbage leaf on top. To hold everything in place, use a latex-free elastic bandage ; some people keep it on overnight. Protect your sheets and clothes: turmeric stains.
Before first use, test on a small area of skin. Do not apply to damaged or irritated skin, and stop in case of redness or itching. This poultice does not replace medical advice: if you have joint pain, consult your doctor.
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Castor oil, turmeric and cabbage make up a traditional poultice that is simple to prepare: two tablespoons of castor oil, one teaspoon of turmeric, one cabbage leaf. It is a traditional use, not a validated treatment: no effect can be attributed to it.
A: In general, these ingredients are safe for topical use, but it is advisable to test on a small area of skin to make sure there are no allergies or skin irritations.
In conclusion, this poultice remains a traditional use. In case of pain, it is always important to consult a healthcare professional for an appropriate diagnosis and care.
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