Dioscorea villosa
Colic root | Devil’s bones | Rheumatism root | Yuma | Wild yam root
Found in 159 products 5 forms available Trending for: menopause support, hot flash relief, bone density
Understanding Dioscorea villosa
What it is
Derived from the root of a twining vine, wild yam was traditionally used for its antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties to treat menopausal symptoms, gastrointestinal ailments, muscle spasm, asthma, joint pain, and rheumatoid arthritis .
Reported benefits
→Supports hormonal balance related to women’s health
→May help relieve menopausal symptoms
→May support digestive comfort
→May promote joint comfort and anti-inflammatory effects
Dosage Guide
50mg
Low
50mg
Standard
200mg
Therapeutic
• Most products contain 50-50mg
• Therapeutic dose: 50-200mg
Forms & Absorption
Wild Yam
Standard form
236 products
Wild Yam Root Extract
Standard form
63 products
Wild Yam root extract
Standard form
44 products
Wild Yam extract
Standard form
35 products
Wild Yam Glycerite Liquid Extract
Standard form
25 products
Timing & Usage
Best taken:With meals
With food:16% recommend with food, 6% on empty stomach
Spacing:2+ hours from other minerals if applicable
