Herbs
Wild Yam (Dioscorea Villosa)
| A.K.A.: |
Colic Root, Devil's Bones, Mexican Wild Yam,
Rheumatism Root |
| Part Used: |
Root |
| Properties: |
Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Blood Purifier, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic |
| Primary Nutrients: |
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Sodium, Vitamins A, B-complex, C and Zinc |
| Primary Uses: |
Arthritis, Asthma/spasmodic, Bowel Spasms, Colic, Cramps/uterine, Gas, Liver, Morning Sickness, Muscle Pain, Spasms |
| Secondary Uses: |
Abdominal Pain, Blood Impurities, Boils, Bronchitis, Catarrh, Cholera, Hiccough, Inflammation, Intestines, Jaundice, Nausea, Nervousness, Pain, Rheumatism, Stomach, Ulcers, Whooping Cough |
Wild Yam relaxes the muscular fiber, sooths the nerves and relieves pain, especially in the uterus. It is often used to balance hormones, to treat nausea in pregnant woman, and to aid in preventing miscarriages, cramps, and general pains during pregnancy.
Wild yam contains a component known as diosgenin, which is a precursor of progesterone. It has the ability to convert progesterone but does not contain progesterone. Wild yam can be taken in capsule form or applied in cream form. It has been known to reduce symptoms of menopause and may be more effective for treating osteoporosis than estrogen.
It is a blood cleanser and helps strength the liver, reduces cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure. It helps relieve pain associated with gallstones and soothes the nervous system.
- Relaxing and soothing to the nerves.
- Can help expel gas from the stomach and bowels.
- Known for it ability to treat liver related problems and help with general pains during pregnancy.
- Menopausal herbal treatment.
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