Evidence supporting the use of: Castor oil derivative (unspecified)
For the health condition: Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Castor oil and its derivatives have a long history of traditional use in various cultures for digestive health, including as a remedy for gall bladder issues such as "sluggish" gall bladder or support after gall bladder removal. Traditionally, castor oil packs (cloth soaked in castor oil and applied externally to the abdomen) have been used in naturopathic and folk medicine as a means to stimulate liver and gall bladder function, reduce inflammation, and promote detoxification. However, these uses are largely anecdotal and not supported by rigorous clinical studies. Scientific literature offers minimal evidence regarding the efficacy of castor oil or its derivatives in directly supporting gall bladder function or compensating for its removal. Most available data pertain to castor oil’s well-established laxative effect when taken orally, rather than any specific benefit for the gall bladder. There is no consensus in mainstream medicine that castor oil derivatives provide significant or reliable support for gall bladder conditions. Therefore, while traditional practices exist, the quality and quantity of evidence supporting these uses is low (rated at 1), and claims should be approached with caution.

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