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Maternal placentophagy is defined as "a mother’s ingestion of her own placenta postpartum, in any form, at any time". [1] Of the more than 4000 species of placental mammals, most, including herbivores, regularly engage in maternal placentophagy, thought to be an instinct to hide any trace of childbirth from predators in the wild.
Dried human placenta as medicine (ziheche) (紫河车) Although the placenta is revered in many cultures, there is scarce evidence that any customarily eat the placenta after the newborn's birth. [10] Those who advocate placentophagy in humans believe that eating the placenta prevents postpartum depression and other pregnancy complications.
For more information about the ritual consumption of placenta see Placenta: Society and culture. Human and animal placentas are also used as a source of extracts for ingredients in various consumer products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, hair care products, health tonics, and food products other than ritual consumption by the mother or family.
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Doctors have a clear message for mothers: Stop eating your placenta, or risk your newborn baby's health.
Eating one's own placenta has a small following in Western cultures, [16] fostered by celebrities like January Jones. [17] Human placentophagy after childbirth is touted by some as a treatment for postpartum depression and fatigue, among other health benefits, [18] given its high protein, rich iron and nutrient content. [19]
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