What Is Wild Yam Root?

Wild yam is a root that has been used for at least 2000 years as a medicinal herb.

How to Use Wild Yam Root (Common Uses)

Taken internally as a tea, decoction, powder, capsules, or extract. 

Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Wild Yam Root

Contrary to popular belief, wild yam does not contain progesterone, natural or otherwise. Wild yam does contain disocin, which can be converted to diosgenin and used to manufacture progesterone in a laboratory setting. It is important to note that it is not clear if the body is able to convert diosgenin to progesterone or other hormones. Wild yam can be used medicinally for arthritis, joint and muscle pain, neuralgia, and inflammation.

Active Constituents in Wild Yam Root

Disocin, dioscorin, dioscin, alkaloids, tannins, phytosterols.