Wild yam has been found to contain
about 3.5 % diosgenin, which is is used as a source in the synthesis of a sex hormone called progesterone, as well as for the production of cortisone and other steroids prescribed in hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which benefit women with fertility problems,
irregular menstrual cycles, and hormone deficiencies due to menopause and post-menopause.
Of course, you can talk to your doctor if you are worried at all
about any symptoms that you are experiencing leading up to menopause, but if you want some information on the link between an
irregular menstrual cycle and menopause, we've compiled some helpful information below for you to check out.