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Is there proof that the Mexican yam helps with gout?
There is proof that theMexican yam has components that can be helpful in gout but you would have to eat a truck load of it. this would be poisonous. There is no proof that you can treat gout with Mexican yams.
How does Mexican wild yam work to help treat premenstrual syndrome?
The Mexican wild yam (Dioscorea villosa ) contains a substance that may be converted to progesterone in the body, possibly decreasing some of the symptoms of PMS.
Is jicama Mexican yam?
Yes, Jicama is the common name given to the Yam or Mexican Turnip (Pachyrhizus erosus).
What is the Latin name of Mexican yam?
Dioscorea villosa and Dioscorea floribunda and are two of some 850 species of yam in the Dioscoreaceae family.
What are the active medicinal properties of Mexican yam?
Diosgenin.
What diseases does the Chinese yam treat?
Weak digestion with fatigue and diarrhea, frequent urination, decreased appetite, leukorrhagia, premature ejaculation, diabetic symptoms, chronic wheezing and coughing.
What is a three letter word for Thanksgiving treat?
Yam?
What is the recommended external preparation of Mexican yam?
Mexican yam cream is marketed with the promise that it is natural progesterone. The cream is applied to the skin based on a woman's condition. Dosages are based on the outcome expected.
What parts of the Mexican yam plant are used for medicinal purposes?
The dried root.
Where is Mexican yam plant grown?
Native to Mexico, southeastern United States and Appalachia.
What are the drug interactions associated with taking Mexican yam?
No known negative interactions with other herbs or pharmaceuticals. May be combined with other herbs in teas to treat menstrual cramps, rheumatoid arthritis and kidney stones. And more . . .
Is Mexican yam considered a natural progesterone?
The marketing campaign has drawn criticism and controversy for misleading consumers.
