Background Small and nutritionally at-risk infants under 6 months (< 6m) are a vulnerable
group at increased risk of mortality, morbidity, poor growth and sub-optimal development …

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 …

Background Galactagogues are substances thought to increase breast milk production,
however evidence to support their efficacy and safety remain limited. We undertook a survey …

It is estimated that as many as 1 in 20 women worldwide are unable to successfully
breastfeed or provide adequate nutrition for their infants through their breast milk alone …

Ethnopharmacological relevance Evidence of phytochemical roles in infant development
and maternal recovery offers insights into beneficial functions of traditional plant use during …

Background: Medicinal plants are still widely used in rural areas of the Philippines. Among
the conditions treated with medicinal plants are those related to pregnancy, childbirth, and …

Abstract Background Expensive lactation cookies (LCs) are marketed as milk boosters;
however, their effectiveness remains unknown. Objectives The objective of this study was to …

Background Domperidone is one of the most commonly utilised pharmacological
galactagogues, with evidence of increasing use in clinical practice. However, the use of …

Introduction Induction of lactation in a non-gestational parent has numerous potential
benefits including parent–child bonding, optimal nutrition, and health benefits to the child …

Purpose Galactagogues are substances that increase breast-milk production. They can be
medication, herbs or food. Use of galactagogues may be different among the major ethnic …