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Wild yams – a women's remedy

from Mag. Margit Weichselbraun
on 13.10.2023

Yams are a beloved staple food in many tropical countries. Here in the West, standardized extracts of wild yams are also a secret remedy for women's health. Read on to learn more about this traditional tuber's benefits.

What are wild yams?

The wild yam  (Dioscorea villosa) is a species of twining, tuberous vine with heart-shaped leaves, which can grow up to seven meters high. This leafy crop also forms thick rhizomes underground, which store the plant's valuable nutrients.

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