The African continent is naturally endowed with various plant species with nutritional and
medicinal benefits. About 80% of the people in developing countries rely on folk medicines …

Herbal medicine use has grown considerably worldwide among pregnant women, and is
particularly widespread in sub-Saharan Africa. However, herbal medicines used across sub …

Since the teratogenicity of Thalidomide has been proven, herbal products are more
commonly used in pregnancy to not only relieve morning sickness but also to fight infections …

Objective This study aims to estimate the prevalence of neural tube defects (NTDs) and to
identify potential risk factors in the Ethiopian context. Study design Systematic review and …

Introduction Self-medication is an important part of daily self-care, without the supervision of
health professionals. It is commonly practiced by pregnant women all over the world and …

Objective: Pregnancy and child birth is the most critical period in the health of women and
children and the objective of this study was to explore traditional practices among mothers …

Background The use of herbal medicine is increasing globally, particularly in developing
countries including Ethiopia, yet little is known regarding its effect and safety during …

Background: Women are known to use Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)
during pregnancy despite the subsequent potential unknown effects associated with its use …

A lack of reliable information hinders the clinician evaluation of suspected herb–drug
interactions. This pilot study was a survey-based study conceived as a descriptive analysis …

Introduction. Embelia schimperi Vatke (family Myrsinaceae) is a commonly consumed
anthelminthic plant in Ethiopia. The plant has significant efficacy in treating intestinal worms …