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Wild Yam
Dioscorea villosa
Summary
Wild Yam is a medicinal root traditionally used to support women's health, especially for hormone balancing and relieving menopausal symptoms.
Known Medicinal Benefits
Balances hormones, relieves menopausal symptoms, supports reproductive health
Potential Side Effects
May cause nausea, headaches, or digestive upset
Known Drug Interactions
May interact with hormone therapies, birth control pills
Plant Family
Dioscoreaceae
Geographic Origin
North America
Active Compounds
Diosgenin, Steroidal saponins, Alkaloids
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