Satyam Katiyar/Farrukhabad: Well, there are hundreds of types of trees, plants and grasses present in our country, which are used as medicines. But there are some plants which are not always visible even though they are in front of our eyes. The biggest reason for this is that people do not know much about them. We are going to tell you about a medicine which is commonly available everywhere from city to village. We are talking about castor plant. Castor is a short stature plant with broad leaves, which is born in natural form. However, its cultivation has also started commercially.
Castor plant grows everywhere. Children play various games with its seeds. Castor oil is a surefire medicine in the treatment of many diseases, but its plant has got the status of the most poisonous common plant in the world. What makes it poisonous is the chemical called ricin present in it. Despite being so poisonous, even medicines are made from it. Actually, the highest amount of poison in castor is found in its seeds. If someone chews these seeds or these seeds break in the stomach, the situation can be fatal.
Leaves, seeds, flowers and roots are all medicines
Dr. Dharmendra Singh Yadav, AYUSH Medical Officer in Kamalganj, said that castor is cultivated for medicinal oil. A plant growing in the form of a bush gives huge profits to the farmer commercially. In Ayurveda, every part of castor leaves, seeds, flowers and roots is used as medicines. Boiling castor root in water and using it provides relief from skin related diseases. Also castor oil is very beneficial for the skin. Castor oil is effective in fighting skin related diseases. With its use, acne and dark spots are removed.
Effective in treating arthritis
Dr. Dharmendra Singh Yadav told that Vitamin E is found in castor oil which helps in hair growth. Castor seeds help in treating arthritis. It is used to cure diseases of joints and muscles. Oleic acid, ricinoleic acid, linoleic acid and other fatty acids found in castor seeds are extremely effective in treating arthritis related diseases.
Panacea for period problems
Dr. Dharmendra Singh Yadav told that castor oil is beneficial for hair growth. Castor seeds nourish the hair from the roots, promote hair growth and strengthen the hair. By applying castor oil on hair, hair becomes long, thick and strong. Castor seeds help in reducing period pain. Ricinoleic acid found in castor seeds eases the flow of periods. Also provides relief from pain during periods. Castor seeds also prevent excessive bleeding. However, during periods, you should use castor oil only on the advice of a doctor.
Use as per doctor’s advice
Dr. Dharmendra Singh Yadav told that eating castor seeds can cause problems like allergy, unconsciousness, confusion. Excessive use of castor oil can cause diarrhoea, vomiting and stomach cramps. Its use during pregnancy increases the risk of miscarriage. Therefore, use castor seeds or castor oil only on the advice of a doctor or physician.
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first published : March 17, 2024, 5:08 pm IST
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