The whole placenta eating thing is suggested for the women who give birth because its supposed to replace some of the chemicals/hormones lost in the birthing process which can lead to post-natal depression and such. All these 'new age types' think its a good idea because many animals do it.
most animals eat it to get rid of any evidence that they have given birth, therefore attracting fewer predators to their young, giving them a greater chance of survival. humans don't need to do that......
most animals eat it to get rid of any evidence that they have given birth, therefore attracting fewer predators to their young, giving them a greater chance of survival. humans don't need to do that......