Wild Yam
Dioscorea villosa
A traditional antispasmodic root used for menstrual cramps, colic, and joint pain.
Traditional use (indigenous-americas): A traditional antispasmodic root used for menstrual cramps, colic, and joint pain.
A traditional antispasmodic root used for menstrual cramps, colic, and joint pain.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A traditional antispasmodic root used for menstrual cramps, colic, and joint pain.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Does NOT contain progesterone despite marketing claims; hormone-sensitive caution.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Does NOT contain progesterone despite marketing claims; hormone-sensitive caution.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.