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.
Castor oil effectively treats ringworm (4), a common and stubborn skin problem across all age groups. The active compound called undecylenic acid, found in castor oil, helps treat ringworm successfully. Here is a step-by-step guide to its use. 1  Dilute 2 teaspoons of castor oil in 4 teaspoons of coconut oil.2  Alternatively, you can wash castor leaves in water and soak them in coconut oil for few hours, and then heat gently. 3  Apply over the affected area and cover with a cotton cloth.astor oil is perfect for treating stretch marks (9). Here are the directions to use: 1  Rub castor oil over the stretch marks on your stomach and thighs (caused due to pregnancy and/or excessive weight gain). 2  Apply it regularly to get the best results.