Concussion expert and alumnus Michael Micky Collins, Ph.D. '91 recently returned to the University of Southern Maine (USM) to give a lecture on sports-related concussions.
Castor works well as a toenail fungus treatment. For the same reason it helps fight acne, castor oil can get rid of persistent fungal infections, moles and cysts. Traditionally, the method used was to apply a small amount of castor oil with a pinch of baking soda to the infected area.
Hot packs of castor oil can be placed on the abdomen to stimulate bowel movements and treat skin infections. The cloth pack is often placed in areas needing detoxification, such as intestinal areas, liver, joints and muscles. Soak the castor oil in a wool flannel cloth that has been folded in layers.