A systematic review of ethnomedicinal plants used for pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care in the Philippines

Magtalas, Mariel C.; Balbin, Patrick Tracy; Cruz, Elljhay C.; Guevarra, Rachelle C.; Cruz, Anna Rominia D.P.; Silverio, Clyde E.; Lee, Ka Yiu; Tantengco, Ourlad Alzeus G.

doi:10.1016/j.phyplu.2023.100407

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“…Moringa is also recognized as an herbal galactagogue due to its high content of macro-and micronutrients that stimulate milk production in lactating mothers [34]. It has been widely studied [28,30,[35][36][37] for its galactogenic properties, and scientific evidence proves its positive effect on the production of breast milk, supporting the growth of newborns. Moringa is considered to be a nutritious food supplement that can save human lives, particularly in countries with poor nutrition.…”

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The Impact of Moringa oleifera Supplementation on Anemia and other Variables during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: A Narrative Review

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Moringa is a plant commonly used for its medical properties. However, studies have shown contradictory results. The aim of this review is to evaluate the possible association between the use of Moringa during pregnancy and breastfeeding in relation to the health status of both the mother and the baby. A search of the PubMed and EMBASE databases on the literature published during the period 2018–2023 was conducted up until March 2023. The population/exposure/comparison/outcome (PECO) approach was used to select studies on pregnant women, mother–child pairs, and the use of Moringa. Out of the 85 studies initially identified, 67 were excluded, leaving 18 for full-text evaluation. After assessment, 12 were finally included in the review. In the articles included in this work, Moringa is administered during pregnancy or in the postnatal period in the form of leaf powder (MOLP), as a leaf extract (MLE), as an ingredient associated with other supplements or in preparations. It appears to influence several variables during pregnancy and in the postnatal period such as the mother’s haematochemical profile, milk production, the child’s socio-personal development and the incidence of morbidity during the first 6 months of life. None of the studies analysed reported contraindications to the use of the supplement during pregnancy and lactation.

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The Impact of Moringa oleifera Supplementation on Anemia and other Variables during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: A Narrative Review

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“…Future ethnobotanical studies investigating the existing knowledge gaps would require implementation of standardize data collection protocols, compliance with ethical clearance procedures, and acquisition of wildlife permits (Dapar & Alejandro 2020). Crucial yet often overlooked by many Filipino researchers is the correct identification of studied plant species as verified by taxonomic authorities (Magtalas et al 2023a(Magtalas et al , 2023b(Magtalas et al , 2023c. Correct botanical information, which includes the scientific name of the plant, who identified the plant samples, and deposition of voucher specimens in an accessible herbarium should be taken into account (Culley 2013;Dapar & Alejandro 2020) as this has been the requirement of reputable ethnobotanical journals such as the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Economic Botany, and Ethnobotany Research and Applications, to name a few, prior to publication.…”

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The scholarly publishing landscape of ethnobotany in the Philippines

Magsayo,

Pulmones,

Canton

et al. 2024

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Background: Ethnobotany deals with the investigation on the interaction and inter-relationship between plants and human societies. Owing to the research priorities in finding new drugs, conserving plant biodiversity, and documentation of vanishing indigenous cultures, bibliometric analysis on ethnobotany had been conducted in various countries to assess its research productivity. This bibliometric analysis purposively summarizes the current scholarly publishing state of ethnobotany in the Philippines.Methods: All published primary articles on ethnobotany that has been conducted in the Philippines from 2001 to 2022 and available in Google Scholar were retrieved, screened, and analyzed using three bibliometric indicators namely quantity, performance, and structural.Results: A total of 163 articles has been retrieved related to Philippine ethnobotany published in 106 journals. The journal Biodiversitas was shown to have the highest number of articles published (4.91%) while the Journal of Ethnopharmacology was the most cited. Contributors included 370 authors and co-authors affiliated to more than 100 local and foreign institutions. Of these, G.J. Alejandro was identified as the most prolific author (18 articles, 343 citations) while the University of Santo Tomas was the most productive institution (22 articles). International collaboration revealed that Filipino researchers collaborated with 13 different institutions located in seven countries. In terms of funding, only less than half of the total articles examined (46.01%) declared to received financial support. The main research theme in the entire study period centered around medicinal plants while the most recent focused on the different indigenous communities in Mindanao Island and the field of ethnophycology.Conclusions: Despite these developments, potential predatory publishing practices and parachute science are documented. The former can threaten the quality and credibility of research outputs whereas the latter can be exacerbated when local scientists and Indigenous Peoples are not empowered to participate in the scholarly process. Moving forward, we call for the participation of current and future researchers in the field of Philippine ethnobotany and all fields to raise the bar of scholarly publishing high. Carrying the best practices should be adopted across all publishing landscape.

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“…While this human-nature connection is signi cant, clear information on the extent of the traditional use of medicinal plants in the Philippines remains lacking (Carag and Buot Jr, 2017;Magtalas et al, 2023). This is particularly true in terms of species ecology, conservation status, and the socioecological drivers of medicinal plant use, which warrants a comprehensive synthesis.…”

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Patterns and Predictors of Medicinal Plant Use among Ethnolinguistic Groups in the 21st Century Philippines

Tanalgo,

Plang,

Cruz

et al. 2024

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Traditional medicinal plants are integral to the diverse ethnolinguistic cultures and biodiversity in the Philippines. In this synthesis, we performed a Philippine-wide analysis of the knowledge, extent, and interactions of traditional plant use among various ethnolinguistic groups. Our synthesis identified 796 plant species from 160 families and 65 orders utilised by 35 ethnolinguistic groups to treat 25 disease types. We found strong connections between linguistically similar groups, indicating that geographical proximity, linguistic background, shared cultural practices, and environmental factors collectively influence the patterns of medicinal plant usage among the different groups. We developed the Species Use Priority Importance (SUPRIM) indicator to assess the priority level of plant species based on their use among ethnolinguistic groups and disease types. Factors such as availability of healthcare facilities, proximity to roads, educational facilities, and tree density were significantly correlated with higher SUPRIM indicator values. We posit that environmental status shaped the values of medicinal plant species within ethnolinguistic communities. Understanding these dynamics is essential to effectively conserve ecosystems and indigenous peoples that rely on them. Continued research efforts and conservation initiatives dedicated to the integration of traditional knowledge into healthcare systems are essential for preserving this invaluable heritage and promoting sustainable healthcare practices in the Philippines.

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A systematic review of ethnomedicinal plants used for pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care in the Philippines

Cited by 11 publications

References 41 publications

The Impact of Moringa oleifera Supplementation on Anemia and other Variables during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: A Narrative Review

The Impact of Moringa oleifera Supplementation on Anemia and other Variables during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: A Narrative Review

The scholarly publishing landscape of ethnobotany in the Philippines

Patterns and Predictors of Medicinal Plant Use among Ethnolinguistic Groups in the 21st Century Philippines

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