012: Castor Oil Packs The Ancient Healing Tool You're Missing

If there’s one healing practice that’s stood the test of time, it’s the castor oil pack.I’ve been using them for over seven years now, and they’ve become one of my non-negotiables—simple, inexpensive, and deeply effective for supporting detox, hormones, digestion, and even sleep.In this episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about castor oil packs: what they are, how they work, where to place them, and why they’re the perfect addition to your healing routine. Whether you’re dealing with sluggish bowels, hormonal imbalance, or burnout—or you just want a ritual that helps your body rest and repair—this ancient practice is a beautiful place to start.🎧In this episode, you’ll learn:What a castor oil pack is and how to use itThe three main body areas to target: liver, thyroid, and lower abdomenWhy most modern livers are overloaded (not just “sluggish”)How castor oil packs help detoxification, bowel regularity, and lymphatic flowHow they support hormone balance, deep sleep, and the parasympathetic nervous systemPractical tips to avoid the mess (and keep your towels safe!)How to introduce this practice safely for kids⏱️Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to The Real Remedy Podcast00:23 Castor Oil Packs: An Overview00:58 Personal Experience with Castor Oil Packs01:35 Benefits of Castor Oil Packs02:34 How Castor Oil Packs Work04:00 Application Sites and Their Benefits05:35 Supporting Liver Health with Castor Oil Packs10:01 Improving Bowel Movements with Castor Oil Packs13:38 Castor Oil Packs for Rest and Repair16:38 How to Use Castor Oil Packs19:13 Conclusion and Additional Resources🔗Connect with Elizabeth:Website: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabetho.neillExplore The Real Remedy: https://elizabeth-oneill-wellness.thrivecart.com/realremedy/Work with Elizabeth: https://elizabeth-o-neill-wellness-1.showit.site/ig-links?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf7LsdBx6LfIgSBVnlh9zWZKa80lcLNU1LP6eV05gFhGbOo67w7SNBk5n-AyQ_aem__ExOLY3xoq99oBd03yZ3PQ🔗From This Episode:Get the Low Tox Lifestyle ebook for the Non-Toxic Beauty Bible and Cancer Free Cleaning eBook: https://elizabeth-oneill.com/low-tox-lifestyleGet everything you need to make your own Castor Oil Packs:CastorVida All Ready castor Oil Packs https://castorvida.co.uk/ELIZABETHONEILL (10%off with link)Fushi Castor Oil https://amzn.to/4nkxtmtQueen of thrones ready made castor oil pack (well known US brand) https://amzn.to/47vSwxEWool flannel https://amzn.to/3JicfYqHot water bottle https://amzn.to/4olYvus💌 Want more like this?Subscribe to The Real Remedy Podcast and leave a review if this resonated with you. And if you’re in the void, stay. The stillness is doing sacred work.