{"product_id":"dried-wild-yam-powder-dioscorea-villosa-special-order","title":"Wild Yam Powder (Dioscorea villosa) - Bulk","description":"\u003cp\u003eWild Yam Powder (Dioscorea villosa) is a finely milled root, traditionally prepared in soothing decoctions and classic herbal blends. This earthy, easy-to-use powder is well suited to quick simmered teas and simple tinctures, and pairs comfortably with supportive herbs for everyday wellness rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e♡ Why we love it: This time-honoured root in powder form is convenient to measure, blends smoothly, and brings a calm, grounding character to warm herbal preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 250g or 1kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUSES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew as a simple decoction tea on its own or within calming herbal blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare a tincture for your home apothecary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with complementary roots (e.g. ginger or licorice) in wellness blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a warm herbal compress by soaking a cloth in strained decoction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBENEFITS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used as a gentle antispasmodic in everyday wellness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used for easing cramps and muscular tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEases the symptoms of digestive discomfort when taken as a warm decoction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in herbalism to support joint and muscle comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers calming support in simple herbal blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHOW TO USE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea (powdered decoction): Use ½-1 tsp powder per 250 ml water, bring to a boil then simmer 10-20 minutes, strain through fine mesh or muslin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTincture: 1:5 (herb:menstruum) in 40-50% alcohol; macerate 2-4 weeks with occasional agitation, then strain and bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlends: Combine with complementary herbs and prepare as above to taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and strong odours; reseal tightly after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild yam root powder (Dioscorea villosa)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of Origin: Various origins (batch dependent).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFOR YOUR SAFETY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot advised during pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children unless guided by a qualified practitioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid use if you have a hormone-sensitive condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid use if you are on hormone therapy or oestrogen-containing birth control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild yam contains dioscorin; avoid excessive intake and stay within general preparation guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay cause nausea in some individuals; discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsult a healthcare professional if you have a medical condition or take medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis natural product is not intended to diagnose or cure any disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Natural Products - Bulk","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":42854681870504,"sku":"EN-20222745","price":499.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":42854681903272,"sku":"EN-20222746","price":1849.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0081\/3111\/7152\/files\/ProductImageComingSoon.png?v=1776076873","url":"https:\/\/essentiallynatural.co.za\/products\/dried-wild-yam-powder-dioscorea-villosa-special-order","provider":"Essentially Natural","version":"1.0","type":"link"}