Wild Yam
Wild yam describes any uncultivated members of the Dioscorea genus, some of which are known specifically for their medicinal properties. Depending on the species, wild yams have been touted for improvements in menopausal symptoms, inflammation, healthy aging, and reproductive function.
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What it is
Wild yam describes any uncultivated members of the Dioscorea genus, some of which are known specifically for their medicinal properties. Depending on the species, wild yams have been touted for improvements in menopausal symptoms, inflammation, healthy aging, and reproductive function.
Key findings
- Grade C: DHEAS (Menopause)
- Grade C: Estrogen (Menopause)
- Grade C: Cognition (Cognitive Improvement)
Safety
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Wild Yam
Quick Facts: Wild Yam
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:6
- Research Outcomes:29
- Key Effect:Menopause
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (5)
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