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Actitud y práctica del uso de plantas medicinales en usuarios de un mercado del distrito de Carabayllo, 2023
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2025-02-19) Aliaga Guadalupe, Gabriela Yolanda; Méndez Fernández, Yene Katherin; Parreño Tipián, Juan Manuel
The aim of the study was to ‘determine the relationship between the attitude and practice of using medicinal plants in users of a market’. The type of research was applied, hypothetico deductive, non-experimental, cross-sectional and correlational. The population consisted of the users of a market in the district of Carabayllo, with a sample of 385 users. As results, it was found that there is a relationship between the variable attitude towards the use of medicinal plants and the dimension type and form of use (Sig.=0.000) and the dimension motives for use (Sig.=0.000). There was also a relationship between the variable practices of medicinal plant use and the dimension beliefs and perceptions (Sig.=0.000), expectations of improvement (Sig.=0.000) and between the dimension costs and affordability (Sig.=0.022). It should be noted that there was no relationship between the attitude towards the use of medicinal plants and the dimension frequency of use (Sig.=0.211). It is concluded that there is a relationship between attitude and practice of medicinal plant use (Sig.=0.000).
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Dolor somático asociado al uso de hierbas medicinales en adultos mayores a 40 años que acuden al Mercado Miguel Grau, Independencia, Lima, 2024
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2025-04-11) Uriarte Jaimes, Jared Edinson; Vásquez Quispe, Leslie Evelyn; Ñañez del Pino, Daniel
The objective was to determine the relationship between somatic pain with the use of medicinal herbs in adults over 40 years of age who attend the Miguel Grau Market, Independencia. Method. The hypothetical deductive method was used, quantitative approach, non-experimental design, basic type, correlational scope, cross section, sample of 162 adults, through surveys and use of a questionnaire the data was collected, Spearman's Rho analysis was used to contrast the hypothesis. Results. Of 162 adults, 33.3% were aged between 51-60 years; somatic pain was mild in the arms and shoulders in 35.8% and in the head in 51.9%; It was moderate; in ankle and knee 46.3%; in the spine and/or hip 40.7%; in neck 43.8%. The Perception of somatic pain was mild, throbbing in 36.4% and burning in 38.9%; It was moderate in type of oppression 30.2%; numbness 38.9%. Use of medicinal herbs for relief of somatic pain; 27.2% used turmeric, 44.4% used fennel; 42% ginger, 25.3% nettle and 11.1% moringa. Part of the medicinal herb used; 18.5% the leaves; 11.1% the bark; 27.2% the seeds and 42% the flowers. In preparation of the medicinal herb, 24.7% in the form of a decoction, 27.2% in infusion; 42% topical and 25.3% macerated in ethanol. A significant relationship was identified between somatic pain and the use of medicinal herbs (p=0.000; rho=0.833). Conclusion. There was a high positive relationship between somatic pain and the use of medicinal herbs in adults over 40 years of age.
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Eficacia de la medicina tradicional para prevenir complicaciones en el paciente con síndrome nefrótico
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-02-17) Montoya Sánchez, Nadine Victoria; Paico Díaz, Francisca; Rivera Lozada De Bonilla, Oriana
Estudio de diseño revisión sistemática, observacional y retrospectivo, que sintetiza los resultados de múltiples investigaciones primarias. Son parte esencial de la enfermería basada en la evidencia por su rigurosa metodología, identificando los estudios relevantes para responder preguntas específicas de la práctica clínica. Resultados: La revisión sistemática de los 10 artículos científicos encontrados muestran que el 100% (n=10/10) favorecen la eficacia de la medicina tradicional para prevenir complicaciones en el paciente con síndrome nefrótico. Conclusión: Se evidencia que la medicina tradicional tiene eficacia positiva para el tratamiento del síndrome nefrótico y también para otras patologías. En 4 de las 10 evidencias se usaron la hierba medicinal gránulos de Huangqi (Astrágalos), por su potencial sobre el sistema inmunológico y aumentar las defensas inmunológicas. En 4 de las 10 evidencias los autores refieren a la medicina tradicional china Tripterygium Wilfordii Hook F por tener un efecto inmunosupresor y ser favorable para la recuperación del paciente con síndrome nefrótico. Las medicinas tradicionales son terapias prometedoras para evitar complicaciones y tardar el avance del síndrome nefrótico.
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Estilos de vida relacionados con el consumo de plantas medicinales en personas que acuden al Mercado Cooperativa de Pro de Los Olivos. Lima. 2024
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2025-03-17) Coronel Aguilar, Leticia; Leandro Rufino, Maria Magdalena; Félix Véliz, Luis Miguel Visitación
The present investigation had as main objective: Identify the relationship between lifestyles and the consumption of medicinal plants in people who go to the Mercado Cooperativa of Los Olivos Method: The research carried out was basic, with an observational, descriptive and cross-sectional design. A questionnaire validated through expert judgment was used as an instrument, applying it to a sample of 196 people. The data obtained were analyzed using SPSS software in version 25. Results: 63% of the participants were women, 35% had secondary education, 37% were married, and 24% were older adults. The correlation analysis between lifestyles and the consumption of medicinal plants showed a significant relationship, with a p value = 0.000 and a Spearman's Rho coefficient of 0.994. Conclusion: It was identified that there is a strong positive correlation between lifestyles and the consumption of medicinal plants in people who attend the Mercado Cooperativa de Pro of Los Olivos. Lima 2024, This result is supported by a Spearman's Rho correlation coefficient of 0.994 and a p value = 0.000.
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Estudio etnofarmacológico de las plantas medicinales con mayor uso significativo en la comunidad del centro poblado Tambolic, distrito de Jamalca, Utcubamba – Amazonas. Mayo–junio de 2018
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2019-09-06) Aguilar Güimac, Eduar Glicerio; Montalvo Rodriguez, Gina Pilar; Félix Véliz, Luis Miguel Visitación
The objective of this research was to identify, through an ethnopharmacological study, the medicinal plants with the greatest significant use in the community of the Tambolic populated center, Jamalca district, Utcubamba – Amazonas, during May-June 2018. Method: The recommendations established by the Traditional Medicine of the Islands (TRAMIL) were followed, considering two working stages: field and post-field. The field stage involved semi-structured interviews with 54 people (men and women of older age in the family group). The post-field stage involved the analysis of the TRAMIL significant use level index and phytochemical analysis. Results: 31 plants with medicinal uses were reported, distributed across 23 families, with the Lamiaceae family being the most representative, with three species: Rosmarinus officinalis L. (Rosemary), Mentha pulegium L. (Pennyroyal), and Ocimum basilicum L. (Basil). The gastrointestinal category was the most frequent ailment. It was also determined that the leaves are the most utilized parts of the plants (56.76%). The most habitual mode of preparation is infusion (26.47%). The primary route of administration is oral (62.86%), followed by the topical route (25.17%). Conclusion: The ethnopharmacological study identified that the medicinal species with the greatest significant use in the Tambolic populated center community are: Mentha pulegium L. (Pennyroyal), Plantago major L. (Plantain), and Verbena officinalis L. (Vervain). All of them were cited with a frequency greater than 20% for a specific health problem.
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Evaluación del efecto antiinflamatorio de la grasa de Boa constrictor constrictor "Boa Mantona" comercializada en el Emporio Comercial de Gamarra – La Victoria. Lima 2015
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2018-01-29) Atequipa Quispe, Jessica; Cabrera Pachacama, Elisabeth; Chávez Flores, Juana Elvira
An experimental study was conducted to determine the anti-inflammatory effect of Boa constrictor constrictor fat (“Boa Mantona”) using the xylene-induced ear edema method in mice. The study population consisted of 48 mice, distributed into six groups of eight animals each. Topical applications included pure Boa fat, creams formulated with the fat at concentrations of 15%, 20%, and 30%, and the reference drug diclofenac 1% cream. Simultaneously, a physicochemical and analytical study of Boa constrictor constrictor fat was performed. For statistical analysis, descriptive and inferential methods were applied; data were processed to determine the mean ± standard deviation, and ANOVA was employed for inferential analysis. The results showed that the fat of Boa constrictor constrictor and the creams at 20% and 30% concentrations produced significant anti-inflammatory effects (p<0.05), indicating a differentiated anti-inflammatory response. In the analytical study, gas chromatography revealed that 97.7% of the fatty acids were identified, of which 31.9% were saturated fatty acids, 43.6% monounsaturated fatty acids, and 22.2% polyunsaturated fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3).
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Medicina tradicional y complementaria en el proceso de recuperación de pacientes de un establecimiento de salud de Lima Metropolitana, 2024
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2024-11-15) Alvarado Chávez, Britt; Millones Gomez, Segundo German
Aim. Determine the relationship between the use of Traditional and Complementary Medicine in the recovery process of patients in a health facility in Metropolitan Lima, 2024. Methodology. The hypothetical-deductive method, quantitative approach, historical applicative type of non-experimental design and correlational scope were used. Results. The correlation between phytotherapy of medicinal plants and the recovery of patients was evident; the X2 test had significance p= 0.000; The use of medicinal plants presented a value of p = 0.003, both of which were statistically significant less than 0.05. Regarding the use of acupuncture, they used 96.7%, which was a notable value and the significance value was p= 0.853. Regarding Thai chi, 97.8% corresponded to the majority, the significance value was p= 0.453. Regarding the significance (p=values) on demographic characteristics, the participants do not show an association with recovery. Conclusions. A correlation was evident between the use of Traditional and Complementary Medicine versus the recovery of patients from a health facility in Metropolitan Lima.
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Plantas medicinales comercializadas en los mercados del Cono Norte de Lima, 2023
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2024-07-12) Castañeda Javier, Nicole Giovana; Medina Roca, Katherinne Lucy; Alvarado Chávez, Britt
This study employed a deductive method and a quantitative approach, of a basic type, with a non-experimental, cross-sectional, and descriptive design, through the application of 80 surveys. Dimensions considered included the most commercially traded plants, plant parts, therapeutic uses, supplying regions, knowledge and training of the vendors, and the nature of the plants. Results: The most commercially traded plants were Matricaria chamomilla (43.8%), Valeriana officinalis (21.2%), and Eucalyptus globulus (15.0%). The most sold plant parts were the whole plant, the root, and the leaves. The conditions that most required these plants were nervous (27.5%), digestive (26.3%), and respiratory (15.0%). The region that supplied the most to the markets was the highlands. Knowledge was mostly ancestral, with the internet as a source. of consultation. They knew about interactions with medications, but not about toxicity. Most of the plants were wild and fresh. Conclusions: Sustainable policies and research incentives are needed to promote the responsible use of these resources, which are so widely traded in Lima's markets, maximizing their therapeutic potential.
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Plantas medicinales empleadas en afecciones respiratorias en pobladores del asentamiento humano Horacio Zevallos Gámez, Ate. Lima 2022
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2023-02-03) Bernaola Castillo, Lisset Yessica; Félix Véliz, Luis Miguel Visitación
This research was conducted with the objective of "determining the medicinal plants used by residents of the Horacio Zevallos Gámez settlement in respiratory ailments." Method: The methodology applied had a quantitative approach, was basic in type, deductive in method, with a non-experimental design, cross-sectional, and descriptive level. The sample consisted of 118 adults who use medicinal plants for respiratory ailments. An instrument was designed and applied, which was validated by expert judgment. Results: Demographic data revealed that 55.9% of the population belong to the female gender, and 31.4% are in the age range of 50 to 59 years, with 35.6% having a secondary education level. A total of 55.1% regularly use medicinal plants, with 69.5% using chuchuhuasi. Regarding the method of preparation, 50.8% use eucalyptus through vaporization. These plants are used for cold symptoms (39.8%), mostly obtained from home gardens (51.7%). Additionally, 55.9% of respondents reported receiving recommendations from pharmacists. Conclusion: The majority of people using medicinal plants are between 50 and 59 years old, with chuchuhuasi being commonly used in maceration. Women in the Horacio Zevallos settlement predominantly use these plants for symptoms of colds and bronchitis, often following recommendations from pharmacists.
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Plantas medicinales más usados como alternativa de tratamiento para dolor de estómago en el mercado modelo José Carlos Mariátegui. Lima – 2023
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2023-09-22) Alarcón Buitrón, James Virgilio; Reynoso Cruz, Lourdes; Ñañez del Pino, Daniel
The objective of this research was to evaluate the most commonly used medicinal plants as an alternative treatment for stomach pain among the population attending the José Carlos Mariátegui model market. The deductive method was employed, with a quantitative approach, non-experimental and cross-sectional design. Data processing was carried out using the statistical program SPSS version 25, and tables and graphs were created with Excel 2019. Results: The survey conducted with 384 users of the José Carlos Mariátegui market showed that the most commonly used medicinal plants to treat stomach pain are anise, mint, and oregano. The most preferred parts of the plant were seeds, stems, and leaves, and infusion was the most frequent method of preparation. Regarding therapeutic properties, more than 50% of respondents indicated that the properties are due to the active compounds present in the plants. Additionally, the plants were considered safe, as they did not cause adverse reactions. Stomach pain caused by indigestion and flatulence were the most common reasons for using medicinal plants.
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Uso de la malva (Malva Silvestrys L) como tratamiento no farmacológico entre los pobladores de distrito de Villa El Salvador Lima Metropolitana, 2023
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2023-11-21) Contreras Palomino, Gladys; Guerra Hermitaño, Loyda Dorcas; Ramos Jaco, Antonio Guillermo
This methodological study aimed to determine the use of mallow (Malva sylvestris L.) as a non-pharmacological treatment among the inhabitants of the district of Villa El Salvador, Lima Metropolitana, 2023. A methodology with a quantitative approach, basic type, deductive method, non-experimental design, cross-sectional cut, and descriptive level was applied. The study sample consisted of 385 users who attended the “Biofarma Perú” pharmacy in Villa El Salvador during 2023, selected non-probabilistically by convenience. Participants were evaluated through a survey assessing the use of Malva sylvestris L. as a non-pharmacological treatment. Results: Regarding therapeutic alternatives, the plant presented pharmacological benefits with favorable reactions to its secondary metabolite (mucilages), especially for internal gastrointestinal and respiratory problems, with frequent and continuous use. Its pharmacological benefits were varied and highly effective, acting as an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, analgesic, anesthetic, sedative, healing, laxative, and in some cases even anti-ulcer treatment. Conclusion: It was found that 60.1% of users had low knowledge, 26.9% had medium knowledge, and only 13.0% had high knowledge. Therefore, it is suggested to carry out awareness campaigns about the use of mallow among users attending the “Biofarma Perú” pharmacy in Villa El Salvador during 2023.
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Uso de plantas medicinales en usuarios de los mercados de abastos del distrito de La Victoria. Lima 2021
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2021-11-30) Córdova Silupú, Karina Elena; León Osorio, Sherley Briggithe; León Apac, Gabriel Enrique
The objective of this research was to "Characterize the use of medicinal plants among users of the food markets in the La Victoria district, Lima, 2021." Method: A descriptive, quantitative, observational, and cross-sectional study was conducted. A survey was applied to a sample of 216 medicinal plant users over 18 years of age. Results: 73.6% of the study population was unaware of the adverse effects that can result from the misuse of medicinal plants, while 100% claimed to relieve their ailments using them. The five most-used medicinal plants were Matico, Eucalyptus, Flor blanca, Horsetail, and Chamomile. The most common conditions for which they were used were urinary tract infection, gastritis, COVID-19, nephropathy, and hepatitis, with the most common symptoms being cough, phlegm, burning urination, gas, and sore throat. Conclusions: The majority of the population does not know about the adverse effects of medicinal plants when misused. The study also found that the most common usage patterns were: using the leaves as the plant part, preparing them as an infusion, and using them for more than three years as a family custom.
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Uso de plantas nativas y conocimiento sobre Artritis reumatoide en los pobladores del distrito de Llamellín – Áncash 2021
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2022-06-10) Fernandez Limas, Antony Danilo; Jacinto Mauriz, Daniela Andrea; Alvarado Chávez, Britt
Currently, the residents of Llamellín use local flora based on their ancestral knowledge to treat, relieve, cure, and prevent their illnesses and ailments. The objective was to determine the relationship between the use of native plants and knowledge about rheumatoid arthritis among residents of the Llamellín district, Áncash, in 2021. The methodology used a non-experimental, cross-sectional, descriptive, and correlational design. A total of 229 residents of the Llamellín district were surveyed, following inclusion and exclusion criteria. A questionnaire validated by experts from Norbert Wiener University was used as the instrument. Results: It was found that the greater the knowledge of rheumatoid arthritis, the greater the use of native plants. The most used native plants were molle and tuna congona, the most common route of administration was oral, and the sociodemographic factor of occupation showed a result of "agreement" when the level of native plant use was high. Conclusion: The variables of native plant use and knowledge of rheumatoid arthritis had a moderate positive direct correlation with a significance of less than 0.05 among the residents of the Llamellín district, Áncash, in 2021.
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Uso del Tropaeolum Tuberosum “Mashua” en la medicina tradicional e Hiperplasia Prostática Benigna en los residentes en Lima del departamento de Huancavelica, 2023
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2024-07-08) Garcia Santa Cruz, Ruth; Huamán Huayllani, Luis Alberto; Félix Véliz, Luis Miguel Visitación
The present research work aims to determine the relationship between the use of Tropaeolum tuberosum (mashua) and benign prostatic hyperplasia in residents of Lima from the department of Huancavelica in 2023. The methodology used was hypothetical-deductive, with a quantitative correlational approach, non-experimental design, and cross-sectional cut. The study was conducted with a sample of 200 participants over 35 years old in the city of Lima, to whom a 22-question questionnaire was applied. The results were processed using the statistical software SPSS version 25, applying hypothesis testing through Spearman’s correlation table. The results show that the use of Tropaeolum tuberosum (mashua) in benign prostatic hyperplasia has a favorable level. In the dimensions of nutrition, phytotherapy, urinary symptoms, and health, a good level of satisfaction was indicated, as the null hypothesis was rejected with a probability value (p = 0.01) lower than the significance level (0.05), showing that the correlation is significant at the 0.01 level. Therefore, the alternative hypothesis regarding the evaluation between both variables is accepted. Conclusion: The surveyed individuals demonstrated positive results regarding the use of Tropaeolum tuberosum (mashua) in traditional medicine and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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Uso tradicional de “Foeniculum vulgare” (Hinojo) en los pobladores que acuden al mercado el Olivar de Cerro Candela, Lima 2024
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2024-09-25) Ñañez Villafuerte, Stif Daniel; Ñañez del Pino, Daniel
This study was conducted to identify the traditional uses of "Foeniculum vulgare" (fennel) among residents who frequent the El Olivar market in Cerro Candela, Lima, 2024. It was deductive in nature, with a quantitative approach and a non-experimental design. The sample consisted of 384 adults. Data was collected through a survey and analyzed using Cronbach's alpha. 53.6% of the participants were female, 52.6% were between 36 and 50 years old, 46.9% were married, and more than half (51.8%) had a secondary education level. 84.9% indicated that they used the leaves or flowers, while the stem was mentioned frequently by 34.6% of users. Infusions were used by 83.9%, and decoctions were used. 26.8%. It was determined that the leaves or flowers were used by 84.9% of users of the plant “Foeniculum vulgare”, followed by the stem, which was always used by 34.6%.
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Uso tradicional del Gentianella alborosea (Gilg) Fabris (Hercampuri) en personas adultas de la urbanización el Trébol de los Olivos, Lima 2023
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2023-09-22) Cuadros Oriundo, Evelin; Guevara Pérez, Ruth Elita; Ramos Jaco, Antonio Guillermo
The objective was to identify the traditional uses of Gentianella alborosea (Gilg) Fabris (Hercampuri) in adults from the El Trébol neighborhood of Los Olivos, Lima, 2023. Methods: A non-experimental design was used, with a hypothetical-deductive method, basic research, quantitative approach, descriptive scope, and cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 384 people selected through simple random probability sampling. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire through surveys. Results: Of the 384 respondents, 57.3% were male, 56.3% were between 36-50 years old, 41.1% were single, and 31% were married. Regarding education, 52.6% had higher education, and 37.5% had secondary education. Regarding the plant's part used: 82.5% used leaves, 64.6% stems, 72.9% roots, and 83.6% the whole plant. Regarding preparation: 50.8% used decoction, 79.4% infusion, 51.8% aqueous extract, and 41.7% hydroalcoholic extract. Regarding the route of administration: 70.3% used the oral route, and 54.1% used it topically on the skin. Therapeutic uses: 58.9% for stomach pain, 79.2% for liver conditions, 39.3% as an antidiabetic, 21.6% as a diuretic, 54.1% for gallstones, 22.7% as an antihypertensive, 26.8% to stimulate blood circulation, 77.2% to lower serum cholesterol and triglycerides, 46.3% for weight loss, 28.7% as an anti-acne treatment, and 28.7% as an anti-inflammatory. Conclusion: The main uses of Hercampuri were to treat liver conditions, as an antidiabetic, diuretic, for gallstones, as an antihypertensive, to reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels, for weight loss, as an anti-acne treatment, and as an anti-inflammatory.
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Uso tradicional del Zingiber officinale (Jengibre) y su relación en enfermedades respiratorias agudas en el Comedor Niño Jesús, Ate Vitarte Lima-Perú 2023
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2024-12-02) Avendaño Auqui, Rayda Esperanza; Ramos Huaracha, Yasmid Lourdes; Ñañez del Pino, Daniel
The objective of this investigation is to: Determine the relation between the use of Zingiber officinale (Ginger) and Acute Respiratory Diseases at the Niño Jesús Dining Hall in Ate Vitarte Lima-Perú 2023. The investigation methodology was hypothetical-deductive, with a quantitative perspective, basic type and non-experimental design. The survey technique was used through data collecting with own elaboration, which was evaluated during 10 to 15 minutes in person, it was corroborated by a judgment of three qualified experts, it also consisted of 21 closed-ended questions with alternative answers on the Likert scale from 1 to 5. The non-parametric Spearman correlation was used, considering 196 users. In conclusion, there is a relation between the traditional use of Zingiber officinale (Ginger) and acute respiratory diseases of the users of the “Niño Jesús” Dining Hall in the Ate Vitarte district, obtaining a moderate positive correlation.