Why Jamaican Black Castor Oil Is Rich In Black History

Black History Year

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History, Society & Culture

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🗓️ 23 November 2023

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Jamaican Black castor oil is packed with nutrients that help hair and skin flourish. But many may not know that this oil is also rich in Black history. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. The production team for this podcast includes Cydney Smith, Len Webb, and Lilly Workneh. Our editors are Lance John and Avery Phillips from Gifted Sounds Network. Julian Walker serves as executive producer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	In 1963, America's Georgia, 15 black girls joined a protest.
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0:39.4	Jamaican Blackcaster oil is packed with nutrients that help hair and skin flourish.
0:44.4	But many may not know that this oil is also rich in black history.
0:49.2	This is two minute black history. What you didn't learn in school.
0:57.0	Castor oil originated from Africa, dating back over 4,000 years ago. It was eventually introduced to the Caribbean through the slave trade,
1:01.0	where it gained popularity throughout the African diaspora and became
1:05.2	culturally significant.
1:08.0	Enslaved Africans in the Caribbean, including Jamaica, used cast oil for medicinal and beauty purposes.
1:14.0	It became an essential part of traditional African and Afro-Caribbean remedies.
1:20.0	It was used to treat various elements, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and as a general health tonic.
1:28.2	The versatility of the oil was birthed from the lack of formal medical care for our people.
1:35.0	Traditionally, racism in the medical field has forced us to rely on holistic and home
1:40.0	remedies.
1:41.0	The use of Jamaican black castor oil also serves as a way to preserve
1:48.9	and celebrate Jamaican cultural heritage. It highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of African descendants
1:56.7	in the Caribbean who adapted and preserved their cultural practices under challenging circumstances. and nothing is more beautiful than that.
2:07.2	In order to move towards the future, you've got to look to the past.
2:11.8	This has been two minute black history, it
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