Doctors weigh in on the pros and cons of navel pulling, an ancient practice that's going viral because of claims it helps with digestion, cramps and more.

Surprisingly, trichologist Kerry E. Yates points out that castor beans themselves are “considered to be quite poisonous; however, when the oil is extracted from the seeds, it is no longer toxic.” ...

As far as I know, I was never given castor oil as a child, but my father brought it up, every so often, as the childhood ...

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, castor oil — which is pressed or extracted from castor beans — is approved for just one medicinal use: as a laxative. Here’s what castor ...

Using the oil can also result in serious side effects, like nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, diarrhea, and irregular heartbeat. For people who are pregnant, castor oil can also cause early cramps. A ...

Castor beans are processed across the world to create castor oil. The oil is used in laxatives as well as an ingredient in skin and hair products. Ricin is part of the waste ‘mash’ produced ...

Ahead of its 10th anniversary next year, BASF has revealed that its sustainable castor bean program, Pragati, has now certified more than 8,000 farmers and yields have increased significantly. The ...

Castor oil, derived from the seeds of the castor bean plant (Ricinus communis), has a rich history as a health and wellness aid – and is now attracting widespread interest online. In traditional ...

(IN BRIEF) The Pragati sustainable castor bean program has achieved significant progress in its eight years, improving yields and enhancing the livelihoods of over 8,000 certified farmers in Gujarat, ...

Take a quick scour of the internet and you’ll find rave reviews of castor oil being touted as a natural hero for helping bushy brows grow. But does it work? Sure, you can steer clear of the ...