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Wild Yam Powder 2.2 lbs (1 kg) $21.49 Wild yamKey Facts:Wild yam is also known as Dioscorea villosa, China root, Mexican yam, colic root Only about 12 of the 600 species are considered ediblePlant native to North America, Mexico, and AsiaProperties:Relieves menstrual crampsContaines diosgenin, chemical which is shown to be promising in lowering blood pressure Contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties…

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There is a long tradition of treating unpleasant and debilitating menopausal symptoms with medicinal plants. This knowledge has been passed down through the ages and now for the first time we are beginning to understand through scientific research how the plants work on the body at cellular level.

Menopause affects each woman in a unique way. An over-the-counter herbal remedy, which is aimed at the “average menopausal woman”, may relieve some of the symptoms but may not relieve others. Menopause symptoms can include depression, anxiety, insomnia, hot flushes, night sweats, fatigue, loss of libido, loss of memory to name just a few. So you can see that menopause can be a complex picture, which needs to have all the symptoms addressed before the woman can regain a sense of well-being. Medicinal plants containing phytochemicals called steroidal saponins are very effective in the treatment of menopausal symptoms. An example of such a plant is Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa) (see below). The compounds in these medicinal plants may exert an oestrogenic effect by binding with oestrogen receptors in the brain. This may alleviate the symptoms of declining oestrogen levels. Although phytoestrogen derived from plants is not as potent as oestrogen produced by the ovaries, it can still have a mild oestrogenic effect and convince the body that more oestrogen is present and thereby decrease symptoms of withdrawal. The hot flushes usually correlate to surges of luteinizing hormone (LH), which are triggered when the body senses that oestrogen levels are low. If phytoestrogens are present, LH surges and hot flushes diminish.

There are many medicinal plants, which are effective in assisting a woman in her transition to lower levels of oestrogen. Some of the most commonly used herbs are shown below:

Black Cohosh(Cimicifuga racemosa).

Native to North America and now grown in Europe, the root of Black Cohosh has long been used to treat gynaecogical problems, including menopause and menstrual problems. Research has confirmed the validity of traditional knowledge. Two reviews published in 2003 in the Journal of the North American Menopause Society concluded that Black Cohosh is a safe herbal medicine. The German Commission E also supports its use to treat menopausal symptoms and menstrual problems.

How it works

The effects of black cohosh are believed to be the result ofcomplex synergistic actions of triterpene glycosides and efficacy has been supported by clinical trials in Germany and Italy. It has been proposed that Black Cohosh has a mild oestogenic effect on the body without causing an undesirable thickening of the lining of the uterus. A clinical trial, which was conducted over 12 months, found that Black Cohosh reduced the number and severity of hot flushes.

Sage (Salvia officinalis)

Native to the Mediterranean and now grown worldwide, the aerial parts of Sage have been traditionally prescribed for menopausal hot flushes. In an open trial, which lasted 3 months, a product containing Sage and Alfalfa extracts improved menopausal symptoms of hot flushes and night sweats. In a number of open studies, sage has reduced sweat production in patients with excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). Indeed, it is recommended for excessive sweating by the Scientific Committee of the European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy (ESCOP).

How it works

Research shows that the phytochemical, thujone, which is found in the plant’s volatile oil, has a mild oestogenic effect. The mechanism whereby Sage reduces sweating is subject to further scientific research.

Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa)

Wild Yam is native to North and Central America. Both the Mayans and the Aztecs used this plant medicinally to relieve menstrual, ovarian and labour pain. A more recent Western traditional use of Wild Yam is for hormonal imbalance during the menopause.

How it works

The phytochemicals, steroidal saponins, may exert oestrogenic effects by binding with oestrogen receptors in the brain (part of the negative feedback mechanism of oestrogen control). So when a menopausal woman is experiencing low levels of oestrogen, Wild Yam may alleviate symptoms of oestrogen withdrawal.

St John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

Native to Europe, St John’s Wort is one of the most valuable European medicinal plants for the treatment of depression, particularly the kind of depression associated with the menopause. This medicinal plant has been very well researched with many clinical trials, one of which found St John’s Wort to be as effective as imipramine (a tricyclic antidepressant) in treating mild to moderate depression. In another trial, St John’s Wort compared favourably with Fluoxetine (Prozac), particularly for treating depressed patients with anxiety symptoms.

How it works The key phytochemical in St Johns’s Wort, hypericin, helps to elevate the biochemicals in the brain that affect mood, namely dopamine and serotonin. If buying this remedy over the counter, it is worth noting that some St John’s Wort products are too low in hypericin to have a beneficial therapeutic effect. Also, this medicinal plant can interact with some pharmaceutical drugs so, if you are taking prescription drugs, this herb is best prescribed by a qualified Medical Herbalist.

Many women are now discovering that Herbal Medicine can provide a natural alternative to HRT.

Deborah Grant Herbal Medicine

Deborah Grant BSc(Hons)Herb.Med. is a Consultant Medical Herbalist with diagnostic and clinical training at degree level. She is fully insured and follows a strict Code of Conduct. Deborah treats the underlying cause of the problem as well as the symptoms and has experience in treating a wide range of conditions (see website for details). She attains a high rate of clinical success.

Every prescription is tailored to meet each patients unique needs. This approach gets the best results. She has a practice at the renowned Hale Clinic in Regents Park, London, which was opened by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1988.

She specialises in Interstitial Cystitis (IC), menopausal problems, IBS, enlarged prostate (BPH), prostatitis and chronic stress with adrenal exhaustion. Research interests are the prevention of cardiovascular disease and the imbalance of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal/thyroid axes.

Endometriosis Part 138 – Endometriosis And Wild Yam

As we mentioned in previous articles, endometriosis growing somewhere else other than the endometrium also reacts to hormonal signals of the monthly menstrual cycle by building up tissue, breaking it, and eliminating it through the menstrual period. As we know, herbs play a very important role in some cultures in treating all kinds of diseases. In this article, we will discuss how wild yam helps to treat endometriosis.

I. Definition
Wild yam is a species of a twining tuberous vine that is found growing wild in North America.
It has been used in herbal medicine in treating menstrual cramps and to increase liver function.

II. How wild yam effects women with endometriosis.
1. Hormone balancing
Wild yam helps to increase liver function in protein and fat metabolism, which helps to stimulate the production of good estrogen through bile secretion, leading to lower levels of bad estrogen resulting in lowering the risk of cell abnormality such as endometrial implants and adhesion, and cancer.

2. Nervous system
By increasing the levels of good cholesterol in the blood stream, wild yam helps to inhibit the bad cholesterol, thereby increasing the transportation of oxygen and nutrients to the cell in the nervous system which decreases the symptoms of endometriosis, such as fatigue, tiredness, and mood swings.

3. Immune system
Since wild yam is a detoxifying herb, it helps to strength the immune system by getting rid of all harmful substances that are accumulated in our body including environmental toxins, one of the cause of endometrial formation.

4. Menstrual cramps
Since it helps to balance the levels of estrogen and progesterone, it reduces the risk of menstrual cramps caused by hormonal imbalance of above hormones.

5. Increase sexual desire
Wild yam contains saponins which is a steroid-like substance that can be converted to testosterone chemically that helps to build muscles and increases sexual desire which is necessary for some women with endometriosis with low sex drive during menstrual cycle.

Since endometriosis is treatable and manageable by natural remedies and a self help course, if you have endometroisis, please look on the bright side.

I hope this information will help. If you need more information or insurance advice, please follow my article series of the above subject at my home page at:
http://medicaladvisorjournals.blogspot.com

To read the series of endometriosis visit:
http://endometriosisd.blogspot.com

About the Author

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“Let Take Care Your Health, Your Health Will Take Care You” Kyle J. Norton
I have been studying natural remedies for disease prevention for over 20 years and working as a financial consultant since 1990. Master degree in Mathematics, teaching and tutoring math at colleges and universities before joining insurance industries.

Do any women know anything about or have experience with using wild yam cream for PMS?

I have severe mood swings for about 2 weeks out of my monthly cycle every month. It intereferes with my life and I was curious if any women know about the benefits of using wild yam cream for PMS symptoms. I know many women use it for menopausal symptoms, but the estrogen is good for PMS I’m told as well. The lady at the health food store said to use it every day and it will help with mood swings. I am wondering if there are any increases in breast cancer risk etc with using estrogen? Any information is appreciated! Thank you!

Wild Yam Cream does nothing.
You want natural Progesterone, which is what yam cream is claiming to be. Yes, progesterone comes from the yam, but the body cannot use it unles it is converted to USP Progesterone before being put into a cream.

I have been researching progesterone for about 2 years.

Estrogen is what is CAUSING your PMS symptoms. It doesn’t help, as you state in your question. Mood swings are a symptom of excess estrogen. (There are about 30 more, if you’d be interested in seeing where you stand.)

Progesterone WILL help with your PMS. It’s the body’s natural “anti-estrogen”. Balance out the unopposed estrogen with natural progesterone, and you will be feeling much better.

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