Wild Yam Root (Dioscorea villosa)

£20.25

Size
Description

A herbal food supplement

BOTANICAL NAME

Dioscorea villosa

COMMON NAMES

Wild Yam Root, Colic Root, Rheumatism Root

FAMILY

Dioscoreaceae

DESCRIPTION

Wild Yam has recently become popular as a natural alternative to hormone replacement therapy.

PART SUPPLIED

The loose chopped dried root.

AVAILABLE AS

100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.

SUITABLE FOR

Vegetarians and vegans.

DIRECTIONS

Infusion: About 1-2 teaspoons of herb to a cup of cold water, bring to the boil and leave to sit for 10-15 minutes. Flavour with lemon, ginger or honey if desired.

Drink up to 3 times a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.

The herb can be added as a flavouring to gin, vodka and other infusions.

CAUTIONS

Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

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