Wild Yams

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Description of Wild Yam

Wild yam, or Dioscorea villosa, is a perennial vine with heart-shaped leaves that can grow up to 2-3 meters and has tubular roots. The beneficial properties of wild yam come from its composition. It contains the plant analogs of human steroid hormones and large amounts of vitamins A, B, C, K, and minerals - calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, and zinc. The benefits of wild yam for the human body are incredible. For centuries, women have used wild yam as a contraceptive and to prevent miscarriage. Wild yam has been used for intestinal colic, heart and lung diseases, hormonal and sexual problems, as well as low libido. Dioscorea villosa is known to enhance vitality and stamina for centuries. With the development of science, it was discovered that wild yam tubers contain phytoestrogens - natural compounds that act as precursors of sex hormones. The main active ingredient isolated from the root of the wild yam is phytoestrogen diosgenin. In the female body, it is used for the synthesis of progesterone. As we age, the levels of our sex hormones decrease, which negatively affects the functioning of organs and systems, various biochemical. For example, impaired collagen synthesis leads to skin withering, destructive changes in cartilage and connective tissue. A decrease in hormones leads to osteoporosis, obesity, heart disease, etc. Particularly noticeable changes associated with a reduction in sex hormones occur in women at menopause. Wild yam extract restores hormone levels in the body, slows the aging process, and prevents the development of several diseases in women and men. Wild yam: • Relaxes smooth muscles; • Reduces premenstrual and menopausal discomforts; • Has a mild sedative effect; • Helps maintain a balance of female hormone production; • Helps strengthen the walls of blood vessels.