Wild Yam • Dioscorea villosa

Musculoskeletal System
Written By KindFolk

Parts Used: root

Affinity: smooth musculature

Herbal Action: anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, bitter tonic, expectorant, stomachic

Indications:

  • Can be used longterm to reduce pain, inflammation and spasms in the reproductive and digestive tracts, including from uterine or ovarian cysts, endometriosis, hiatal hernias, food poisoning, Crohn’s disease, diverticulitis, IBS

  • Topically anti-inflammatory to the muscles, joints, dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis

Preferred Preparations: decoction, tincture

Taste: soapy and bitter

Contraindications: not for use with a blocked bile duct. Short term use is recommended for those with compromised kidney function (less than one month).

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