feel stiffer.
Hair may thin or lose shine.
Digestion may slow.
Sleep can become lighter.
Muscles may ache more easily.
The nervous system may need more calming rituals.
Castor oil fits beautifully into this stage of life because it is warming, thick, grounding, and deeply moisturizing. In traditional natural medicine, it is often used externally to soften tissue, support circulation through massage, and create a calming bedtime ritual.
The key word is externally.
Castor oil taken by mouth is a strong stimulant laxative, and it should not be used casually