How It Works

Wild Yam

Wild yam has been used in Mexico since the time of the Aztecs for supporting joint mobility and ease throughout the body. During the 18th and 19th centuries, Western herbalists used wild yam to treat menstrual cramps, morning sickness and menopausal complaints, as well as coughs, muscle spasms and cramps, and upset stomach. Today, wild yam is commonly used for a variety of female concerns, especially by menopausal women to naturally support and balance the female glandular system. Wild yam contains diosgenin, a steroidal saponin (or plant-based estrogen) that is utilized in commercial labs to make steroid hormones. Diosgenin promotes a healthy inflammatory response and may help ease joint discomfort and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis, potentially improving mobility.

Chaste Tree

Chaste tree berry, named for a belief that the berries could help lower libido, has been used for more than 2,000 years. The berries were used in Ancient Rome to suppress sexual desire. Chaste tree berry contains plant compounds that help relieve discomfort associated with a woman's menstrual cycle. Chaste tree berry has been shown to have a beneficial effect in relieving occasional premenstrual discomfort in multiple clinical trials. Chaste tree berry is also a favorite for supporting menopausal women. Chaste tree berry contain active compounds that potentially normalize estrogen and progesterone, which can help balance hormones involved in the female reproductive cycle. Chaste tree berry also nourishes and supports the pituitary gland which regulates hormone production in the body.