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Queen of the Thrones®: Your 2023 Natural Wellness Holiday Gift Guide

Queen of the Thrones®: Your 2023 Natural Wellness Holiday Gift Guide

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Queen of the Thrones®: Your 2023 Natural Wellness Holiday Gift Guide

Written by: Heather Tanti RPN (non-practicing)

Medically reviewed by: Victoria Williams R.H.N.

Est. reading time: 10 minutes

As the weather changes, the crisp air carries the scent of festivity and the season of giving emerges. It’s that time of year when hearts warm with love, and the exchange of thoughtful self-care gifts becomes a language of its own.

At Queen of the Thrones®, we’re in the spirit of embracing a holistic and natural approach to gifting. This year’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide encompasses the celebration of wellness, balance and rejuvenation.

And what better way to honor those you love than by giving gifts that speak to their desire for natural self-care?

These natural wellness offerings, like our fan-favorite Liver Castor Oil Pack Kit, aren’t just gifts; they’re invitations to a journey of well-being. And when you pair with other amazing Castor Oil Packs, like the Queen of the Thrones® Thyroid Pack, these gifts become more than pretty items wrapped in paper- they are opportunities towards a more balanced life with natural self-care.

Keep reading as we explore the Queen of the Thrones® 2023 Holiday Gift Guide!

Wellness gift ideas

The days seem to rush by in a whirlwind, agreed? Day-after-day we push back self-care, constantly putting our well-being on the back burner because we’re simply just too busy… Can you relate?

Thankfully, the gift of natural wellness stands as a guiding light. It’s the gift that keeps on giving, unfolding its benefits long after the festive wrapping paper has been cast aside.

Here’s why natural wellness is the ultimate gift that continues giving:

The gift of wellness is a journey, not a destination

Have you ever noticed that wellness gifts often come in the form of experiences? Be it soothing massages, aromatic baths, or the calming practice of applying Queen of the Thrones® Golden Castor Oil, these experiences last long after the moment of unwrapping, offering ongoing relaxation, balance and rejuvenation.

The best part? The gift of wellness invites the recipient to begin a journey of self-care and self-discovery, supporting their mind, body and spirit!

Physical and emotional well-being

The essence of natural wellness is rooted in nurturing both the body and soul. Gifts like the Queen of the Thrones® Breast Packs, and other wellness tools contribute to physical well-being by supporting gentle detox, enhanced lymphatic drainage and balanced inflammation (just to name a few!).

Together, they nurture emotional well-being by supporting relaxation, mindfulness, and self-love.

A gentle reminder

Natural wellness gifts often serve as a gentle reminder to prioritize our self-care. In our busy day-to-day lives, we tend to neglect ourselves as we juggle responsibilities.

That’s why the gift of self-care encourages us to pause, take a breath, and invest in our own well-being. They encourage a daily practice of self-care, which is a gift in itself, agreed?

Sustainable and eco-friendly

Most natural wellness products are sourced from sustainable and eco-friendly materials. At Queen of the Thrones®, we’re committed to the promise of natural, organic materials and ingredients from our Castor Oil Packs to Castor Oil when it comes to your self-care needs.

Plus, this sustainability allows for a lasting impact on not only the recipient, but the environment as well!

The ripple effect: Wellness is infectious

Wellness is infectious, agreed? When one person begins to make their wellness a priority, it often inspires those around them to do the same. Can you relate?

The gift of self-care is no exception when it comes to the ripple effect, spreading positivity and the value of wellness to friends and family.

In essence, natural wellness gifts are not mere objects; they’re catalysts for a happier, more mindful life. These gifts are tokens of love and care that continue to enrich the lives of those who receive them.

So, as you consider your holiday shopping, keep in mind that the gift of natural wellness is a timeless gesture of affection, one that truly keeps on giving.

Wellness gift #1: Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Eye Compress Kit

Ah, the gift of sleep! It’s one of the most precious and invaluable treasures we can give someone.

The ability to rest deeply, to wake up refreshed and ready to conquer the day- it’s a gift that money can’t buy, right? Thankfully, we’ve got your back when it comes to sleep support this holiday season!

The Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Eye Compress Kit is the self-care sleep support you and your loved ones have been looking for. Afterall, it’s not just about enhancing your beauty sleep; it’s about nourishing your body with natural support.

Natural melatonine production

Did you know that melatonin is the body’s natural sleep-regulating hormone? It’s true, and believe it or not, this hormone can sometimes diminish with age, stress, and other factors.

And wearing an eye mask to bed has been shown to support the natural production of melatonin!1 2 

Plus, Castor Oil is super nourishing for the delicate skin around the eyes and may support less puffiness/dark circles, reduce appearance of crow’s feet and thicker lashes and brows! 

Queen of the thrones Castor Oil compress help to sleep better

Sounds wonderful, agreed?

Give the gift of deeper sleep, visit our Holiday Gift Guide now!

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Wellness gift #2: Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Hair Mask Kit

Our hair is more than just strands of keratin, agreed? Hair is an integral part of our identity, our confidence, and our self-expression. It’s the crown we wear everyday, a reflection of our personality and style.

So, why not treat your loved ones, or even yourself, to a gift that celebrates this precious asset with the Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil Hair Mask Kit?

Hair care is self-care

Hair care is self-care, would you agree?

When you tend to your hair, you create a moment of reflection and rejuvenation. 

With the Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Hair Mask Kit, you’re not just giving a product; you’re offering the gift of self-care, self-love, and self-confidence!

Did you know that Castor Oil has long been celebrated for its hair-nourishing properties? As a natural elixir, it not only supports hair growth, but also strengthens hair, making it thicker and more resilient!3

Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil Hair wrap testimony

Plus, Castor Oil is rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and nutrients that moisturize the scalp and feed your hair from the roots to the tips. Amazing, right?

A good hair day can make you feel unstoppable. So, this holiday season why not give the gift of confidence to you and your loved ones?

Wellness gift #3: Queen of the Thrones® Thyroid Pack

How to use Queen of the thrones Castor oil pack for thyroid

Picture this: You’ve been given a special treasure, a gift that whispers care and support for a part of your body that often goes unnoticed, but plays a pivotal role in your overall well-being – your thyroid.

This holiday season, why not unwrap the gift of thyroid nourishment and support so you can support:

Sounds wonderful, agreed?

The Thyroid- A tiny gland, a mighty role

The thyroid gland, though small in size, wields immense power. It’s your body’s thermostat, regulating metabolism, energy levels, and even mood.4 

 Afterall, a happy thyroid equals a happy you! 

So, this holiday season, consider giving the gift of thyroid love with the Queen of the Thrones® Thyroid Castor Oil Pack.

Wellness gift #4: Queen of the Thrones® Liver Pack Kit

We’ve journeyed through the art of gifting wellness for your hair, your sleep, and even your thyroid. Now, let’s explore the profound gift of self-care with the Queen of the Thrones® Liver Pack.

The unsung hero: Your liver

Our livers are the unsung heroes of our bodies, diligently working to detoxify, metabolize, and keep us feeling energetic and balanced. Yet, though the hub of healing in the body, the liver often labors in silence, quietly supporting our overall well-being..

Your liver plays a crucial role in maintaining your body’s wellness. From filtering out toxins, processing nutrients, and supporting digestion5– a happy liver equals a more vibrant you!

Think of the Liver Pack as a way of expressing gratitude to your liver for its hard work. It’s like a spa day for your system, allowing your liver to reset, rejuvenate, and perform at its best.

So, this holiday season, celebrate this hard-working organ with the Queen of the Thrones® Liver Pack.

Learn how to use Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil Pack for liver

Wellness gift #5: Queen of the Thrones® Breast Packs

As we approach the final chapter of our wellness gift guide journey, we arrive at a gift that’s all about nurturing one of the most delicate and cherished parts of your body- your breasts.

The Queen of the Thrones® Breast Castor Oil Packs are a reminder that self-care should extend to every aspect of your well-being, from head to toe.

Why your breasts deserve self-care

Your breasts are not just a part of your body; they are a symbol of femininity and nurturing. They deserve to be treated with the utmost care and attention, not just this holiday season, but year round!

Why not honor them with the Queen of the Thrones® Breast Packs, and enjoy a natural approach to self-care.

Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil Breast packs for Christmas gift

The finishing touch of Castor Oil for self-care

As we draw to a close, there’s one more gem that completes the self-care experience- the Queen of the Thrones® Golden Castor Oil!

At the heart of self-care lies the choice of ingredients, the quality of what you use to nurture your body. So, why exactly does quality Castor Oil matter?

Well, it’s not just about what it contains, but also about what it doesn’t- no harmful chemicals, no additives, just pure, untampered goodness!

Plus, when you incorporate Queen of the Thrones® Golden Castor Oil into your self-care routine, you’re acknowledging the importance of using the best for your wellness.

Castor Oil that is… 

  • 100% organic
  • Extra-virgin
  • Hexane-free
  • Bottled in amber glass

Is the epitome of quality, and the crowning jewel of your wellness routine!

Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil 500 ml bottle

Embrace the gift of wellness this holiday season

As we come to the end of our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide, we hope you’ve discovered the power of self-care, self-love, and the art of well-being.

Each of these gifts isn’t just an item on a shelf; it’s an invitation to embrace your own wellness, vitality and confidence.

And if the loved ones in your life are already avid Castor-Oil-Packers, there’s tons of other self-care goodies in the gift guide for every wellness lover on your list– from dry brushing to natural essential oil spray to a beautiful Pearl Pendulum, we’ve got you covered! 

So, as you embark on your holiday shopping, remember that the most precious gift you can give is the gift of well-being.

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Castor Oil: Everything you need to know about its history, uses, and benefits

Castor Oil: Everything you need to know about its history, uses, and benefits

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Castor Oil: Everything you need to know about its history, uses, and benefits

Written by: Joanna Teljeur M.A.

Medically reviewed by: Victoria Williams R.H.N.

Est. reading time: 7 minutes

Are you seeing Castor Oil products everywhere and wondering if it’s just another fad? 

It seems like everyone has jumped on the Castor Oil bandwagon, right? But you’re there scratching your head trying to figure out if you should take it seriously. 

While there seem to be some benefits, they contrast with your memory and notion of what Castor Oil is all about. You may have been a lucky one where your mother or grandmother would give you Castor Oil weekly to clean out your gut! Is this you? Well, you’re not the only one confused about the merit of this golden oil.

Castor Oil seems to live in many people’s memories as something pretty unpleasant. Even its name, Ricinus communis, has a strange vibe. The name is Latin for tick and was chosen because Castor beans look like ticks engorged with blood. Not exactly an inviting image, is it?

And it goes on! The Castor Oil plant is widely known for being extremely poisonous. In fact, eating as few as 2 raw Castor Beans can be fatal, and the protein, ricin, that’s found in the beans has been used as a biological weapon!  

So, what’s going on here?  

Have you ever wondered how something so potentially dangerous could be in use for over 4000 years by countless people from dozens of countries? Why has it been touted for centuries as a magical, golden elixir that can provide benefits from healthier hair to better sleep and digestion? And why has it had such a monumental resurgence – hailed across social media as a kind of ‘cure-all’? 

Well, in this blog, we’re going to find out the backstory of Castor Oil, what it does and doesn’t do, and how this common plant grew to become an historic wellness icon. 

The History of Castor Oil

The story begins in the prehistoric era in a South African cave where ancient people were using the Castor Oil Plant as a poison around 24,000 years ago1. Archeologists found traces of wax with the residue of ricinoleic acid on a stick that was apparently used as a poison applicator.Fast forward a few thousand years and the Egyptians, who were aware of the Castor Bean’s toxicity, were using Castor Oil for pharmacological purposes as an abortifacient, a laxative, and a remedy for baldness2. Apparently, even Queen Cleopatra used Castor Oil on her skin, hair, and eyes to enhance her natural beauty. In Greece, around 400 BCE, Hippocrates was using Castor Oil as a laxative3,  and in Ayurveda, it is used even today as a remedy for bronchitis, fever, cough, skin diseases, constipation, inflammation, and colic1. And in Unani Medicine (Arabic traditional medicine), Castor Oil was used orally as a purgative and topically for boils, lumbago, ringworm, asthma, and amenorrhea1, while on the Mediterranean coasts of Europe, Castor leaves and Castor leaf juice was used on the breasts of postpartum women to encourage lactation.So, the Castor Oil Plant seems to have begun its journey as a weapon, but it makes you wonder how it evolved into the therapeutic realm that it inhabits today, agreed?Well, remember how the Castor Oil Plant’s Latin name means tick because the seeds or beans resemble a blood-filled tick? Maybe this was a sign to the ancients? You see, according to the Doctrine of Signatures, the appearance of an object can give you clues to its helpful or harmful potential. Perhaps the ancient people thought that the beans of the Castor Oil Plant could suck the life out of their enemies? Who knows – but the fact remains that they definitely saw something powerful in the plant.

Today, Castor Oil is everywhere as a wellness elixir, but the Castor Oil Bean is still poisonous because of the lectin protein, ricin. It’s toxic to humans because it can attach to the cell membrane of human red blood cells4.

Now, you’re probably wondering if you’ll have any ill effects from using Castor Oil? Fair enough, but the good news is that during the extraction process, Castor Oil becomes ricin-free which means it is completely non-toxic5. Whew!

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Castor Oil in the Modern World

The use of the Castor Oil Plant as a medicinal remedy continued to gain a lot of traction. Over the centuries, it’s been called Palma Christi which means the Palm of Christ, and Kiki by the Greeks which means bringing good luck. 

It even had a leading role in the Biblical story of Jonah who sat under a towering Castor Oil Plant for shade. The plant must have held some huge cultural significance for it to remain in the story for over 2000 years.

But over time, Castor Oil’s uses started to expand. By the late 1800s, it played an important role in manufacturing as an effective lubricant, and scientists were revisiting the plant for its toxic elements that could be harnessed and used as chemical warfare. Since then ricin has had nefarious uses as a biological weapon. 

Then, in the early 1900s, Edgar Cayce introduced Castor Oil as a healing elixir in North America. He popularized the Castor Oil Pack and was celebrated as a skilled “bedside healer,” incorporating these oil-soaked packs as a central part of his therapeutic treatments, regardless of the specific health condition or ailment. This approach attracted significant attention and gained recognition within the natural health community.

In the 1960s, with the growing popularity of health food stores across North America, Castor Oil became a fundamental and easy-to-find natural remedy. Today, you can find Castor Oil everywhere online and in health food stores reflecting its enduring popularity and widespread use by naturalists, naturopathic doctors, herbalists, and other proponents of alternative wellness practices.

Why is Castor Oil so special?

Castor Oil has  “…been confirmed as a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, and antiherpetic agent, due to the ricinoleic acid.”6

Unlike other well known oils, Castor Oil is the only one that contains ricinoleic acid, and this is what makes it so special. Basically, ricinoleic acid is an unsaturated fatty acid with a hydroxyl end on the twelfth carbon, also known as a fatty hydroxyacid. I know – welcome to chemistry class! All you need to know is that this gives Castor Oil super-useful properties like being soluble in alcohol, and this allows it to have so much versatility in many different industries7.

How is Castor Oil extracted?

Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil extraction process

The journey from Castor Bean to the highly sought-after Castor Oil is an interesting process. The composition and quality of the oil are highly affected by the mode of extraction: Expeller-pressed, cold-pressed, chemical extraction, and Jamaican method which gives you Black Castor Oil. 

Expeller Pressing

Expeller pressing, also known as the “screw press” method, is a method that uses a machine that exerts intense friction and pressure to extract the oil. Unlike some other extraction processes, expeller pressing doesn’t involve the addition of heat. 

However, due to the friction generated during the pressing, heat naturally forms in the range of approximately 140-210°F. Once the seeds undergo this pressurized process, the oil is separated. 

Cold Pressing

In contrast to expeller pressing, cold-pressed Castor Oil extraction involves minimal heat. This process starts with placing Castor seeds in a press, followed by crushing to extract the oil. Notably, during the pressing process, the temperature remains lower, usually around 122°F. This method produces lower yields. 

Chemical Extraction

Processed this way, the Castor Beans are crushed, then a chemical solvent (usually hexane) is used to help extract the oil. While this may be more cost effective, adding hexane can compromise the quality of the oil. This is why high-quality, organic Castor Oil will always be hexane-free.

Jamaican Method

With this method, the beans are roasted and then crushed. After that, water is added and the mixture is slow-boiled. Unlike the other extraction methods, this process creates a thick, blackish brown oil that is more alkaline than golden Castor Oil.

What is Castor Oil used for today?

Well today, as you’ve surely noticed, Castor Oil’s legacy continues to evolve. Organic Castor Oil has found a solid home in several flourishing industries including:

  • The skincare and cosmetics industry 
  • The haircare industry
  • The holistic wellness and self-care industry
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Castor Oil for Skin

The way Castor Oil works its magic on your skin is thought to be linked to its chemical makeup. This rich, light golden oil is loaded with polyphenols, essential fats, and other nutrients that work especially well for supporting the appearance of more vibrant and youthful looking skin. 

It’s non-comedogenic, meaning it can be used to support pimples, rashes, eczema and other skin problems. 

And as you can imagine, it’s gained wild popularity as a way to plump up your delicate skin, especially around your eyes, where it is used to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Not only that, but when you smooth it onto your eye area, Castor Oil may help support longer, thicker lashes and fuller brows! 

Castor Oil for Hair

Cherished for its skin moisturizing properties, Castor Oil has gained tons of popularity for the notion that it may support hair growth and enhance hair thickness which is why you see it in so many hair care products. 

Depending on your unique hair and skin type, darker skin and thicker, curlier hair may benefit more from Black Castor Oil, while lighter skin and thinner hair may do better with Golden Castor Oil.

Thanks to its hair-loving nutrients like like polyphenols, omega fatty acids, and Vitamin E, Castor Oil may help support:

    • Signs of aging hair
    • Shine and luster
    • Thickness
    • Texture
    • Dry and/or itchy scalp
    • Color treated or heat-damaged hair

Castor Oil for Eyes

Castor Oil for eyes has become a hot topic with a fair amount of controversy surrounding it. But here’s what we know at the moment: Research on the ocular application of Castor Oil appears that it may help to alleviate dry eyes8.

In instances of conjunctivitis, where redness of the eye is a prominent symptom, a solution containing 2% cyclosporine is safely used9. In this type of scenario, it seems unlikely that Castor Oil functions merely as a carrier oil. Instead, it may contribute to the therapeutic effect because of its anti-inflammatory properties10 and promotion of nitric oxide production11. 

Castor Oil is actually a common ingredient in eye solutions that work as artificial tears because of its ability to help support lubrication and also keep moisture in the eye. 

Historically, Castor Oil has been used in Southern India as a remedy for maintaining ocular health and enhancing the beauty of the eyes and cornea12, and other cultures have developed their own unique traditions with similar applications of Castor Oil for various purposes13.

Castor Oil has gained a lot of popularity as a way to grow thicker eyelashes and fuller eyebrows. The big questions seem to be: Is it safe, and does it work?

Well, the nutrient make-up that helps support hair on your scalp may also support brows and lashes. As for safety: You should always exercise caution with anything around your eyes and only use high quality organic oil. For use IN the eyes, only specialized sterile Castor Oil is safe. 

Castor Oil for Self-Care Practices

When it comes to holistic self-care and wellness practices, Castor Oil Packs have made a massive come back! Homemade Castor Oil Packs were always a popular choice to support bloating, constipation, and digestion, but more recently, less-mess packs like Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Packs have shown that their wellness uses are even more far-reaching than anyone could have imagined. 

Queen of the Thrones® has taken the traditional DIY pack and made it an easy and convenient choice for your liver, pelvic area, thyroid, and even your breasts.

And beyond personal care, Castor Oil’s versatility even extends to industries such as pharmaceuticals, food additives, and renewable energy sources. Interestingly, Castor Oil biodiesel has potential as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels. Strange to think that one substance can have so many diverse uses!

Castor Oil for Constipation

For all of its uses, Castor Oil is probably most famous for its use as a stimulant laxative when taken orally. In fact, it is approved by the FDA for this use14. But it’s fairly strong and can result in some, well let’s just say, explosive situations. But when you use Castor Oil with a pack on your abdomen, you may get a similar bowel movement action, without the harsh urgency that comes with ingesting Castor Oil.A study in nursing home residents, for example, found that Castor Oil Packs worked as well as laxatives in helping support better bowel movements and giving the participants the feeling of evacuation. But the big difference was that the packs relieved constipation without the bloating, urgency, and discomfort that usually accompanies oral laxatives. In the end, the researchers concluded that, “…Castor Oil Packs may be used for controlling symptoms of constipation”15.Basically, Castor Oil has the potential to stimulate the movement of smooth muscle within specific areas of your body16. Smooth muscle is primarily found in the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus, as well as in the uterus and walls of the vascular and lymphatic systems. So when you wear a Castor Oil Pack, the Castor Oil is absorbed through your skin, potentially affecting the smooth muscle in the intestines. This supports peristalsis, a rhythmic movement that sends the contents of the intestine downward for elimination. It’s important to note that Castor Oil should not be used during pregnancy or over an open wound.

Castor Oil in Traditional Medicine

According to a review from the National Library of Medicine, Castor Oil and the Castor Plant have been, “…widely used in traditional medicine such as abdominal disorders, arthritis, backache, muscle aches, bilharziasis, chronic backache and sciatica, chronic headache, constipation, expulsion of placenta, gallbladder pain, period pain, menstrual cramps, rheumatism, sleeplessness, and insomnia”13.
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How to Use Castor Oil for Oil Pulling

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In Ayurvedic Medicine, oil pulling has been a technique used to clean the mouth. This is completely different from swishing with regular mouthwash. In fact, rinsing or oil pulling with Castor Oil has many more positive benefits. 

Swishing with Castor Oil for just a couple of minutes in the morning can support gum health. Why?
Because Castor Oil is one of the few natural substances that can break through biofilm – basically a protective shell that bad bacteria creates making it very difficult to eliminate17.

One of the best parts about this, is that it’s super easy to do.  

How to Oil Pull with Castor Oil

  1. Just measure about 2 tbsp of Castor Oil in a spoon and put it into your mouth.
  2. Swish it around so it coats your teeth, gums, and tongue.
  3. Spit it into the garbage.

*Do not swallow! Remember, Castor Oil is a laxative when taken orally! Also, you probably don’t want to spit it down your sink as oil isn’t good for drains.

Quality of Castor Oil

If you’re planning to use Castor Oil anywhere in or on your body, remember that you should always use 100% pure, organic, and hexane-free Castor Oil. Also, be sure to look for cold-pressed or expeller-pressed oil bottled in amber glass. Glass bottles are especially important, because when it’s bottled in plastic (even BPA-free plastic), Castor Oil has the potential to absorb slip agents18, UV filters19, bisphenol, and many other impurities which can find their way into your body! You should try to avoid this because these compounds can have a negative effect on your nervous and hormonal systems. 

Castor Oil Facts

Types of Castor Oil

Main types of Castor Oil by Queen of the Thrones

The 2 most frequently used types of Castor Oil:

    • Golden/yellow – This is what comes from pure, organic, expeller or cold-pressed Castor Beans.
    • Jamaican or Black Castor Oil – Made from roasting the Castor Beans and then crushing them to extract the oil

Castor Oil Nutrition

Cold-pressed or expeller-pressed Castor Oil is full of nutrients including antioxidants and fat soluble vitamins like flavonoids, phenolic compounds, fatty acids, amino acids, terpenoids, and phytosterol13.

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  8. Goto E1, Shimazaki J, Monden Y, Takano Y, Yagi Y, Shimmura S, Tsubota K. Low-concentration homogenized castor oil eye drops for noninflamed obstructive meibomian gland dysfunction.Ophthalmology. 2002 Nov;109(11):2030-5.
  9. Bonini S1, Coassin M, Aronni S, Lambiase A. Vernal keratoconjunctivitis. Eye (Lond). 2004 Apr;18(4):345-51.
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How to Properly Use Castor Oil for Eyes

How to Properly Use Castor Oil for Eyes

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How to Properly Use Castor Oil for Eyes

Written by: Joanna Teljeur

Medically reviewed by: Victoria Williams R.H.N.

Est. reading time: 7 minutes

Have you noticed how many people on social media are talking about using Castor Oil for your eyes? The number is dizzying, and the claims range from helping with fine lines and wrinkles to alleviating dry eyes to treating cataracts, floaters, and even glaucoma!  

But what’s safe and what actually works when it comes to Castor Oil and your eyes?

If you’re tempted to try Castor Oil for your eyes, but you want some scientific backup first, then you’re definitely in the right place. Read on my friend, because we’re going to cover the bases on what’s safe, what’s helpful, and what’s not when it comes to this ancient golden oil. 

Key points on Castor Oil in the eyes

  1. Do not put Castor Oil directly into your eyes unless you are instructed to do so by your healthcare provider. Only apply it to the area around your eyes or over your closed eyelids.

  2. Putting Castor Oil in your eyes could cause unwanted side effects.

  3. Castor Oil has been used since ancient Egyptian times as a topical beauty tool.
  4. Castor Oil used with a compress can help support graceful aging as well as better sleep.

Is it safe to put Castor Oil in my eyes?

Even though it may seem like the hottest trend, putting Castor Oil directly into your eyes is not safe or beneficial.

You might be scratching your head and wondering: “Well, then why is Castor Oil such a common ingredient in commercial eye drops, and why am I seeing reputable sites saying that this is safe?”

The short answer is that while Castor Oil is used in many different kinds of commercial eye drops, pharmaceutical companies make sure that the Castor Oil undergoes a very specific sterilization process to ensure that your eyes will be safe from any foreign substances that may be present in the oil. Not only that, but artificial tear drops use a small, carefully measured amount of Castor Oil as part of a mixture.

Putting non-sterile Castor Oil directly into your eyes can cause a number of unpleasant side effects including:

  • Itching
  • Swelling
  • Blurry vision
  • Irritation

Bottom line: Do not put Castor Oil directly into your eyes!

But with that said, Castor Oil can be supportive of your eye area in other ways. Let’s take a closer look!

Castor Oil is widely known to be one of the oldest cultivated crops in history1. Legend has it that Cleopatra loved Castor Oil for its ability to brighten the whites of her eyes. Apparently, she also used it to make her hair and skin more luscious and beautiful. 

Maybe you’re thinking, “Yeah, but that was 2,500 years ago.” Is this you?

Well, you’re right. Ancient history is fascinating, but there is plenty of compelling science today that underscores Castor Oil’s many amazing qualities. 

When it comes to using Castor Oil for dry eyes, a study found that it can be, “. . . effective and safe”2. It works because, as a lipid or fat, Castor Oil helps reduce tear evaporation. In short, it helps keep the moisture in your eyes from evaporating and helps lubricate your eyes. But as we said earlier, the Castor Oil is carefully measured and sterilized before use. 

Another study found that Castor Oil, when used as an ingredient in certain eye drops, could produce a, “ . . . more stable tear film,” that lasted longer than eye drops without it3.

And finally, a study on lipid-based versus water-based eye solutions showed that Castor Oil could, “. . . not only relieve patient symptoms immediately after topical administration, but may also directly improve the lipid tear film structure and thickness component in ocular surface disease, resulting in enhanced tear film stability.”4

So, as you can see, Castor Oil can benefit your eyes, but you should always check with your doctor first.

Now, let’s look at some safe ways you can use Castor Oil for your eyes.

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Benefits of applying Castor Oil around your eyes

Whether you plan to use it to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles or to support brow and lash growth, the best Castor Oil for your eyes is always 100% pure, organic, hexane-free Castor Oil bottled in amber glass. This is the premium, cream-of-the-crop quality Castor Oil that we offer at Queen of the Thrones®.

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Why is Castor Oil so beneficial for fine lines and wrinkles?

Castor Oil is a natural source of fatty acids and antioxidants like ricinoleic acid5  – known for its amazing moisturizing and inflammation-balancing action6. Not only that, Castor Oil supports nitric oxide7, 8 production which supports blood flow. Plus, when combined with a Castor Oil Eye Compress, the gentle compression may support lymphatic drainage 9.

What does this mean? 

In short, it means that using Castor Oil around your eyes and with an eye compress may support circulation and lymphatic flow to your delicate eye area. Translation: Using this rich, skin-loving oil around your eyes is ideal for keeping fine lines and wrinkles at bay and supporting the overall wellness of your eyes. 

But it gets even better! The nutrient and chemical composition of Castor Oil make it a superpower for your brows and lashes. 

So, let’s take a look at these safe ways to use Castor Oil for your eyes!

Castor Oil for Eyelashes and Eyebrows

If you’re tired of the never-ending quest for longer, more luxurious eyelashes and thicker brows, and you’d love a natural and affordable way to support gorgeous growth, then Castor Oil is your ticket. As long as it’s 100% pure, organic, and bottled in glass, Castor Oil is a simple and holistic way to achieve the fuller, thicker lashes and brows you’ve been craving.

There’s actually scientific evidence suggesting that ricinoleic acid in Castor Oil could have the potential to reverse hair loss! A study found that elevated levels of the protein prostaglandin D2 (PGD2) are found in men experiencing male pattern baldness 10. This same protein is one of the contributing factors preventing hair regrowth in these men.

Then, in a separate study 11, ricinoleic acid was found to inhibit PGD2, potentially fostering the regrowth of scalp hair. Amazing, right? 

So what does this have to do with eyelashes and eyebrows?

Well, when applied to your lashes and brows, Castor Oil not only hydrates and conditions them, but may also support growth. Plus, unlike many commercial lash and brow serums with harsh chemicals, organic Castor Oil is an excellent choice if you have more sensitive eyes. Not only that, but Castor Oil is a truly amazing makeup remover that nourishes and moisturizes your skin at the same time!

How to safely apply Castor Oil to your eyelashes and eyebrows

How to safely apply Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil for eyebrows and eyelashes.

The same way practice makes perfect, with Castor Oil – consistency is key. Here’s a simple daily routine that will help you get started:

  1. Begin by washing and drying your face and removing any makeup from your eyes and eyelashes with Castor Oil. 
  2. Dip a clean mascara wand or an eyelash brush into a dime-sized dollop of Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil. Don’t over-saturate the brush. A little goes a long way!

Gently apply the Castor Oil to your lashes the same way you would mascara, starting at the base and working your way upward. Take your time to ensure every lash is coated evenly.

3. Then, use the wand or your fingers to apply Castor Oil to your brows, and dab it into the skin around your eyes.

Tip: Wearing a Castor Oil Compress over your eyes after you finish this routine, will help the oil penetrate deeply into your skin, lashes and brows, and supports a more restful sleep at the same time! 

Disclaimer: Do a patch test before first use. Although rare, hypersensitivity reactions to Castor Oil can occur, in which case discontinue use.

Remember, consistency is key when it comes to seeing results. Let the oil work its magic overnight as you sleep.

Using Castor Oil for eyelash growth is not a quick fix though; it’s a journey that requires patience and commitment. Also, results may vary from person to person, but with regular use, you may notice positive changes in the length, thickness, and overall appearance of your lashes within a few weeks to a couple of months. So, embrace Cleopatra’s natural beauty secret, and watch your lashes flourish as you indulge in this simple and gentle self-care routine.

Castor Oil for Deeper Sleep

What if you could wake up with eyes that looked rested – clear eyes without puffiness or circles? This would be a dream come true, right?

If you’re searching for a natural way to bring life to your tired eyes and help smooth out the signs of aging, a Castor Oil Eye Compress may be part of your next favorite nightly routine.

So let’s take a closer look at the benefits of using a Castor Oil Eye Compress to support a more youthful and refreshed look.

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The Restorative Power of Castor Oil Eye Compresses

Castor Oil is renowned for its emollient and anti-inflammatory properties5, and when you combine it with a compress, it provides gentle warmth and moisture to the delicate skin around your eyes. This may help alleviate puffiness and minimize the appearance of dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles.

But interestingly, using a Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Eye Compress may also support more restful sleep. You see, studies show that wearing an eye mask to bed may help naturally support your body’s sleep hormone, melatonin 12, 13, 14.

Plus, wearing an Eye Compress “comforts” your eyes similar to the way a weighted blanket would as you wind down in the evening, slide under the covers, and drift off into a deep sleep 15, 16.

This gentle compression on the skin also helps support the production of oxytocin 17– the hormone that gives you that feeling of love and connection. Plus, you know how much better you look when you have a good night of restful sleep, right?

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Not only that, but when you wear a Castor Oil Eye Compress to bed at night, you’re also activating certain dermatomes 18 and Chinese meridians 19. Stimulating these points is thought to support deeper sleep as well as better organ function! How’s that for a win-win?

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How to use a Castor Oil Eye Compress

Making a Castor Oil Eye Compress part of your nighttime routine not only pampers your eyes but also promotes restful sleep, making it an amazing holistic approach to both beauty and wellness.

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So, now that you know how to safely use Castor Oil for your eyes, are you ready to embrace this soothing practice? Get started today and let Castor Oil work its magic to revive and rejuvenate your eyes, helping you wake up feeling and looking your best!

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Nurturing Self-Love and Holistic Well-Being: A Comprehensive Guide to Breast Care

Nurturing Self-Love and Holistic Well-Being: A Comprehensive Guide to Breast Care

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Nurturing Self Love and Holistic Well Being A Comprehensive Guide to Breast Care by Queen of the Thrones

Nurturing Self-Love and Holistic Well-Being: A Comprehensive Guide to Breast Care

Written by: Joanna Teljeur B.A.

Reviewed by:  Victoria Williams R.H.N.

Est. reading time: 7 minutes

Gabor Mate quote by Queen of the Thrones

“Many doctors over the centuries came to understand that emotions are deeply implicated in the causation of illness or in the restoration of health. 

They did research, wrote books and challenged the reigning medical ideology, but repeatedly their ideas, explorations and insights vanished in a sort of medical Bermuda Triangle. 

The understanding of the mind-body connection achieved by previous generations of doctors and scientists disappeared without a trace, as if it had never seen daylight.” 

– Dr. Gabor Mate, MD

Introduction

Have you ever thought about how our society and culture views breasts? While mammary glands seem to be the focus of sexuality, they actually embody much more in our collective psyche. 

What are we talking about? Well, the breasts represent fertility, nurturing care, self-love, motherly love, giving, and the list goes on. But the common theme here is love and self-care. So how does this tie-in with breast issues? Stay with me…

The root of your breast issues

According to Louise Hay, breast issues often stem from a, “refusal to nourish the self”1. As women, we tend to focus so much on the care, love, and welfare of others and leave self-care as our last priority. Can you relate?

Think about how often you put your needs last. Take a minute and consider how much genuine love and care you direct inward. Are you constantly giving too much to others? Are you always putting others’ needs before your own? If this is you and you struggle with good breast health, be sure to take time to give your body and soul the nurturing it deserves.

Of course it’s easier said than done, but try to find sustainable ways to look after yourself at least as much as you do others, and you might begin to notice some positive changes begin to take place.

Care for your body, and your soul will shine. And remember, your breasts are your amazing companions on your life journey! They deserve not only physical care but also a touch of spiritual and energetic nourishment. 

So, grab a comfy blanket, brew a cup of your favorite tea, and join me on an exploration of holistic breast care that will leave you feeling absolutely radiant, both inside and out.

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What to avoid for breast wellness

Let’s start with the everyday substances that you’re likely to encounter. You can really make some positive changes for your breasts, and your well-being in general, by making a few adjustments to certain daily exposures. So, whether it’s eliminating dietary substitutions or toxic chemicals, here are a few tips to get you started.

Three things to avoid for breasts health by Queen of the Thrones
1. Stay away from xenoestrogens It’s a crazy-looking term, right? But basically, xenoestrogens are foreign estrogens found in many everyday items including some food containers, skincare products, and even building supplies. They disrupt your hormones and have been linked to breast cancer 2,3. When possible, try to avoid industrial pollutants, pesticides, and non-organic meat and dairy.2. Minimize or avoid alcoholWho doesn’t enjoy a drink at the end of a stressful day? It’s understandable, but you might want to keep alcohol consumption on the moderate side of moderate, or just try to avoid alcohol altogether. Why ditch the tipple? A 2013 study found that moderate alcohol consumption can be linked to a 30-50% risk for breast cancer4. So, while a drink now and then might be enjoyable, your breasts will appreciate a little less hooch. 

3. Avoid the overuse of antiperspirants

Part of having a healthy body and healthy breasts is also having healthy cleansing and detox systems. It’s important to allow your body to sweat, and this means avoiding antiperspirants as much as possible. 

Most antiperspirants contain aluminum, which has also been studied in relation to breast cancer, though more research is needed in this area2. Still, if this cannot be avoided, you can try an “armpit detox” routine.

Holistic and spiritual practices for breast wellness

So, if you’ve tried all the conventional approaches and want to tap into some other methods for breast care, you can always turn to more spiritual and holistic methods. If it sounds too strange or woo-woo, no worries because you’re not alone. 

However, consider this: Ancient cultures understood that the mind, body, and soul couldn’t be separated. They knew that, to keep the body in balance, they had to treat the entire system, and that meant the mind and soul in addition to the physical body. Fascinating, agreed? So, let’s take a look at a few holistic ways to support better breast wellness.

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Crystals: Energetic Allies on Your Journey

The world of crystals offers a magical playground for your energetic nourishment. And when you seek the calming embrace of certain crystals like rose quartz or moonstone, you may be giving the girls some positive energetic juju.

Here’s what to do: During meditation, hold these crystals close to your chest, or wear them as talismans throughout the day to infuse your being with their calming energies.

Remember, your breasts are located right in the center of your 4th or Heart Chakra which is the focal point for feelings of love, gratitude, empathy, compassion, self-love, and forgiveness. 

When this Chakra becomes blocked or stagnant, dis-ease and illness can follow. So look for pink or green stones – the colors of the 4th Chakra – to infuse the mystical into your breast health routine.

Stones to support the 4th Heart Chakra

  • Milky Quartz
  • Moonstone
  • Pink Calcite
  • Peridot
  • Rose Quartz
Heart chakra diagram by Queen of the Thrones

The Castor Oil Connection: A Ritual of Renewal

Castor Oil and Castor Oil Packs are legendary self-care tools that date back to ancient Egyptian times. This time-honored technique is believed to support lymphatic circulation and detoxification for your whole body, so in this way, wearing a Castor Oil Liver, Pelvic, or Thyroid Pack may support your breasts indirectly.But for a more direct approach, try Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Packs for Breasts. They’re made with an inner layer of 100% organic cotton flannel, an outer less-mess layer, and easily slip inside an old bra for your simple self-care practice.  If you experience breast pain, known as mastalgia, you may benefit from Castor Oil applied to your breasts because of its inflammation-balancing properties 5.

Oils and Massage: Connecting to your heart center

Self-massage is a wonderful, relaxing practice, but breast self-massage offers some truly amazing self-care benefits.

Imagine that your palms are conduits of warmth and love, gently massaging your breasts in tender, circular motions. Close your eyes, feel the energy radiating from your hands, and visualize it infusing your chest area with a sense of serenity and love. This is more than a massage; it’s an intimate connection between you and your body, a sacred dialogue of love.

With Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil as a carrier, you can add a few drops of essential oils of frankincense, pine needle, or geranium, to take your breast massage to new heights. Why? Because these three essential oils were shown to help suppress breast cancer cell viability, migration, and invasion.6

As you apply these oils to your chest, imagine them carrying messages of healing and tenderness, anointing your body as the sacred temple it is. 

Try this amazing breast oil recipe. Not only is it wonderful for supporting your beautiful breasts, but it’s an olfactory delight that will soothe you into a wonderful state of relaxation. 

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Breast Oil Blend with Queen of the Thrones® Organic Castor Oil (Besa’s recipe)

This herbal oil blend combines the benefits of Organic Castor Oil with the aromatic goodness of geranium, pine needle, and frankincense essential oils. The provided ratios ensure that the essential oils are used in safe and appropriate amounts.

Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil Breast Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup Queen of the Thrones® Organic Castor Oil
  • 5 drops Geranium Essential Oil: Floral scent that helps balance emotions
  • 5 drops Pine Needle Essential Oil: Provides a fresh, invigorating aroma that promotes a sense of clarity
  • 5 drops Frankincense Essential Oil: Calming, resinous scent known for its skin-supporting properties

Instructions:

  1. In a clean glass container, measure out 1/4 cup of Queen of the Thrones® Organic Castor Oil. 
  2. Using a dropper, add 5 drops each of geranium, pine needle, and frankincense essential oils to the Castor Oil. These essential oils bring their unique aromas and benefits to the blend.
  3. Gently stir the mixture with a clean utensil to ensure that the essential oils are evenly distributed within the Castor Oil. Avoid vigorous stirring to prevent excessive aeration.

Application: Patch test before using. Can be applied to dry or slightly damp skin. Massage a small amount of the blend onto the desired area using gentle, circular motions. This blend can be used for a breast massage, or as a moisturizing body/massage oil.

Storage: Store the oil blend in a sealed glass container at room temperature in a dark place to help preserve the potency of the essential oils. Ensure the lid is tightly closed after each use.

Notes: This blend is intended for external use only. If you are pregnant, nursing, or have any medical conditions, consult a healthcare professional before using essential oils. Always perform a patch test before using the blend on a larger area of skin. In rare cases, a hypersensitivity reaction may occur, in which case discontinue use. Always consult your healthcare professional to ensure this or any practice is right for you. The provided essential oil ratios are considered safe, but if you have sensitive skin, you can start with fewer drops and adjust to your preference.

Tea Time: Sip Your Way to Inner Harmony

Tea isn’t just a beverage; it’s a comforting balm for your heart and soul. But sipping certain tea may give you the extra benefit of supporting the health of your breasts! Let’s take a look.

MatchaMade from ground green tea leaves, Matcha contains antioxidant substances that may help support breast health. Interestingly, Matcha contains even more antioxidants than blueberries or goji berries! Plus, one study found that green tea leaves contain EGCG and quercetin that seem to have an “anticarcinogenic effect on estrogen receptor-positive and negative breast cancer cells”.7Holy Basil Holy Basil has been seen as a sacred plant since ancient times. It’s also known as Tulsi, which translates from Hindi as “the incomparable one” – which seems to be true especially when you look at its potential to support breast health.A study found that Holy Basil may help slow down breast cancer growth and keep breast cancer cells from proliferating8. So, if you’re looking for an afternoon cuppa, by all means, pour yourself a mug full of Holy Basil tea.Lemon BalmAs humble as it may sound, Lemon Balm has been used as a soothing tonic for frayed nerves for hundreds of years. It’s also been used for its digestive and sleep-inducing properties. But in more recent times, this aromatic wonder has been shown to have chemical properties that prevent breast cancer progression 9.
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Tapping into Holistic Healing

Have you ever heard of Tapping? Also known as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), tapping is exactly what it sounds like. You literally use your fingertips to tap on specific locations on your body. It’s believed to help release blocked energy or Qi that, if left stagnant, could lead to dis-ease and illness. 

At the same time, by encouraging the flow of Qi you can support lymphatic drainage which is always a benefit to your body’s detox function. Amazing, don’t you think?

So when it comes to breast health, you can incorporate these spiritual and energetic practices for a holistic approach to full body wellness. 

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2. Darbre PD. Aluminium, antiperspirants and breast cancer. J Inorg Biochem. 2005 Sep;99(9):1912-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2005.06.001. PMID: 16045991.

3. Fernandez SV, Russo J. Estrogen and xenoestrogens in breast cancer. Toxicol Pathol. 2010 Jan;38(1):110-22. doi: 10.1177/0192623309354108. Epub 2009 Nov 21. PMID: 19933552; PMCID: PMC2907875.

4. McDonald JA, Goyal A, Terry MB. Alcohol Intake and Breast Cancer Risk: Weighing the Overall Evidence. Curr Breast Cancer Rep. 2013 Sep;5(3):10.1007/s12609-013-0114-z. doi: 10.1007/s12609-013-0114-z. PMID: 24265860; PMCID: PMC3832299.

5. Vieira C, Evangelista S, Cirillo R, Lippi A, Maggi CA, Manzini S. Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation. Mediators Inflamm. 2000;9(5):223-8. doi: 10.1080/09629350020025737. PMID: 11200362; PMCID: PMC1781768.

6. Ren P, Ren X, Cheng L, Xu L. Frankincense, pine needle and geranium essential oils suppress tumor progression through the regulation of the AMPK/mTOR pathway in breast cancer. Oncol Rep. 2018 Jan;39(1):129-137. doi: 10.3892/or.2017.6067. Epub 2017 Nov 1. PMID: 29115548; PMCID: PMC5783593.

7. Schröder L, Marahrens P, Koch JG, Heidegger H, Vilsmeier T, Phan-Brehm T, Hofmann S, Mahner S, Jeschke U, Richter DU. Effects of green tea, matcha tea and their components epigallocatechin gallate and quercetin on MCF‑7 and MDA-MB-231 breast carcinoma cells. Oncol Rep. 2019 Jan;41(1):387-396. doi: 10.3892/or.2018.6789. Epub 2018 Oct 12. Erratum in: Oncol Rep. 2020 Feb;43(2):747. PMID: 30320348.

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Natural Solutions for Holistic Breast Wellness

Natural Solutions for Holistic Breast Wellness

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Natural Solutions for Holistic Breast Wellness

Written by: Marisol Teijeiro N.D. (inactive).
Medically reviewed by: Victoria Williams R.H.N.

Est. reading time: 6 minutes.

I used to look at my breasts in the mirror, pulling one up and comparing it to the other. I would wish so hard to have perky, stand-up-here breasts instead of pendulous, way down-there-puppies with sparkling, multicolored stretch marks.

 
Weight changes and overnutrition in my youth never gave me the opportunity to have perky, perfect breasts. Instead, I went from flat to fat and then stretched out to swinging and saggy.

Breasts define our femininity in many ways, we feel sexy because of them and un-sexy in spite of them.

I recall getting intimate with my husband and being so ashamed to get naked in front of him. I apologetically told him I needed to be honest with him and tell him that my breasts sagged, instead of being heralds of fertility and proud of them with pomp and circumstance. I felt deflated because of them just like they were deflated.

Turns out he didn’t care. He actually knew, and had been staring down my top for a while and loved what he was seeing – without me knowing!

Why are breasts such a big deal?

Breasts are bold, they stick out from our bodies. They are the first thing that enters the room, the first thing in many cases that get noticed.

Men obsess about them, maybe because they have mother and latching issues, or maybe because they just adore the difference between male and female bodies.

Whether you think your breasts are too large or too small, they are a source of shame for many. It’s time to take this inappropriate thought pattern and shove it where the sun don’t shine.

It’s our time to be proud of all of our shapes and sizes and stretch marks. Be proud of the pleasure they bring us, from foreplay to feeding our babies.

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Breast judgments

My first encounter with the dangers of judgments made on breasts wasn’t my own, but actually my mother’s. When she was a dashing young lady, she had gone to the doctor’s office to have her yearly check-up and breast exam.

Upon taking off her shirt to be examined, the doctor gasped at how large her breasts were (super inappropriate FYI, in this day and age but this was back in the 60s). My mother, being incredibly shy about her sexuality, was immediately embarrassed, turned red as a lobster and searched to get dressed immediately.

 So shocked was she by this judgment that she never had another breast exam again, until it was too late.

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Judgments can damage our psyche, we don’t know how our words will fall on the ears receiving them. Judgments serve no purpose either, except pain. After all, no one asks the doctor to comment on how large they are, but rather how healthy they are.

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My mother’s breast cancer

Forty years later, my mother waited until blood came out of her nipple and a mass so large it was hard to avoid, came cauli-flowering out of her breast. With two doctors as daughters, we couldn’t believe that she had let the shame of an event that happened so long ago, impact her life now.

 

The diagnosis – stage 4 breast cancer. Devastating, with little to no time to act.

Because of this experience, I got over my breast bullsh*t and got into owning one of the most beautiful, female, flourishing features of my health.

Importance of breast exams

For this reason alone, every single woman in my naturopathic practice would get a yearly breast exam, done by our skilled naturopath assessment hands.

But some of us don’t have access to a doctor who is experienced or willing to do a breast exam, especially since now the recommendation is to avoid breast exams.

 

In countries where breast cancer is diagnosed at advanced stages, it is valuable to have patients understand breast self-examination as well as to be examined1.

So this is extremely valuable. My mother was fortunate, even though she was at the extreme case, she survived with a combination of surgery, radiation, chemotherapy as well as naturopathic medicine. Her cancer was so far advanced that it was an impossibility to only do the natural route.

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Self-examination is invaluable

The comment  I used to get in my clinical practice time again is that most women don’t know what normal feels like. They feel that their breasts are lumpy and bumpy (a sign of estrogen dominance, or low iodine).

But let me tell you, the first time I did a breast exam I thought exactly the same thing! How was I going to identify anything going wrong if I can’t notice anything different?

Do you know what changed it? Practice, my friends, practice is the mother of all skills.

And what if you find lots of lumps and bumps? Make your way to your doctor and get checked out. It never hurts to be extra cautious.

There are many things you can do at home now to support cystic & lumpy breasts

Most of these strategies deal with reducing the amount of estrogen in your body:

1.Reduce your alcohol intake3

2. Reduce your theophylline intake, in coffee, tea and chocolate

3. Wear an eye compress to bed to naturally support melatonin which is a powerful anti-cancer hormone in the body4

4. Of course, do a Castor Oil Pack daily, because it may help with cleansing and detox5, microbiome balance6 7 8, inflammation9, and stress reduction10 11, which all impact your hormonal balance.

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So get to know your boobies! I know I’ve got saggy breasts, and sometimes they really do look like sacks! But I love them because they are me 100% and I get to know them regularly so I can keep them a part of me for the long haul. They are my twins after all, and I can’t get another pair just like these (no judgment if you’ve had yours changed, just love!).

Do you know the difference between then and now? Now I love my breasts, I treat them better every single day because I have learned that they are an important part of who I am. They share my story.

I also want to share a quick recipe with Castor Oil for boob and lymphatic wellness. Castor Oil has a long history of use for breast cancer. In fact, Hippocrates, known as the father of modern medicine was advocating it as a treatment in 460 BCE, as was another medicine man of the time, Galen in 200 BCE12.

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How to use Castor Oil to support breast & lymphatic wellness.

https://queenofthethrones.com/wp-content/uploads/202How to Use Castor Oil to Support Breast and Lymphatic Wellness
  1. Mix organic Castor Oil from a GLASS bottle with baking soda until it becomes a paste.

  2. Add 2-3 drops of organic rosemary essential oil.

  3. Rub into your armpits and over your breasts.

  4. Leave on for an hour or more then rinse off.
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.1. rev Med. 2011 Sep;53(3):118-20. doi: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2011.05.001. Epub 2011 May 8. The role of clinical breast examination and breast self-examination. Miller AB1, Baines CJ.

2. Kendra J. Royston, B.S.1 and Trygve O. Tollefsbol, D.O. Ph.D. The Epigenetic Impact of Cruciferous Vegetables on Cancer Prevention. Curr Pharmacol Rep. Author manuscript; available in PMC 2016 Feb 1. Published in final edited form as: Curr Pharmacol Rep. 2015 Feb 1; 1(1): 46–51. Published online 2015 Jan 25. doi: 10.1007/s40495-014-0003-9

3. Terryl J. Hartman,1 Julia S. Sisti,2,3 Susan E. Hankinson,2,3,4 Xia Xu,5 A. Heather Eliassen,2,3 and Regina Ziegler6 Alcohol Consumption and Urinary Estrogens and Estrogen Metabolites in Premenopausal Women. Horm Cancer. Author manuscript; available in PMC 2017 Feb 1. Published in final edited form as: Horm Cancer. 2016 Feb; 7(1): 65–74. Published online 2016 Jan 4. doi: 10.1007/s12672-015-0249-7

4. Giuseppe Di Bella,1,* Fabrizio Mascia,1 Luciano Gualano,2 and Luigi Di Bella Melatonin Anticancer Effects: Review Int J Mol Sci. 2013 Feb; 14(2): 2410–2430. Published online 2013 Jan 24. doi: 10.3390/ijms14022410

5. Holm T, Brøgger-Jensen MR, Johnson L, Kessel L.Glutathione preservation during storage of rat lenses in optisol-GS and castor oil. PLoS One. 2013 Nov 19;8(11):e79620. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0079620. eCollection 2013.

6. Andrade IM1, Andrade KM2, Pisani MX1, Silva-Lovato CH1, de Souza RF1, Paranhos Hde F1.Trial of an experimental castor oil solution for cleaning dentures. Braz Dent J. 2014 Jan-Feb;25(1):43-7.

7. Badaró MM, Salles MM, Leite VMF, Arruda CNF, Oliveira VC, Nascimento CD, Souza RF, Paranhos HFO, Silva-Lovato CH. Clinical trial for evaluation of Ricinus communis and sodium hypochlorite as denture cleanser.J Appl Oral Sci. 2017 May-Jun; 25(3):324-334.

8. Salles MM, Badaró MM, Arruda CN, Leite VM, Silva CH, Watanabe E, Oliveira Vde C, Paranhos Hde F. Antimicrobial activity of complete denture cleanser solutions based on sodium hypochlorite and Ricinus communis – a randomized clinical study.J Appl Oral Sci. 2015 Nov-Dec; 23(6):637-42.

9. Vieira C et al. .Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation. Mediators Inflamm. 2000;9(5):223-8

10. Walker SC1, Trotter PD2, Swaney WT2, Marshall A3, Mcglone FP4. C-tactile afferents: Cutaneous mediators of oxytocin release during affiliative tactile interactions? Neuropeptides. 2017 Aug;64:27-38. doi: 10.1016/j.npep.2017.01.001. Epub 2017 Jan 19.

11. Rolls ET et all. Representations of pleasant and painful touch in the human orbitofrontal and cingulate cortices. Cereb Cortex. 2003 Mar;13(3):308-17.

12. Lukong KE1. Understanding breast cancer – The long and winding road. BBA Clin. 2017 Jan 27;7:64-77. doi: 10.1016/j.bbacli.2017.01.001. eCollection 2017 Jun.

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