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Dioscorea Villosa Wild Yam Root Extract Powder
Dioscorea Villosa Wild Yam Root Extract Powder Manufacturers
Wild yam root extract is a natural plant-derived ingredient obtained from the dried tubers of the wild yam plant through specialized supercritical CO₂ extraction technology. The key constituent of wild yam extract is diosgenin, which is accompanied by other active components such as dioscin and yam polysaccharides.
Diosgenin plays a beneficial role in optimizing hormone levels, improving blood glucose levels, and skincare. Consequently, dioscorea villosa extract finds widespread application across the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, functional food, and cosmetic industries.
Diosgenin plays a beneficial role in optimizing hormone levels, improving blood glucose levels, and skincare. Consequently, dioscorea villosa extract finds widespread application across the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, functional food, and cosmetic industries.
As a specialized manufacturer of wild yam extract, Kintainutri® leverages highly mature and efficient supercritical CO₂ extraction technology to preserve the core active ingredient: diosgenin. Furthermore, we are able to supply diosgenin in various concentration specifications—ranging from 16% to 98%—tailored precisely to meet our clients' specific requirements.
Dioscorea Villosa Wild Yam Root Extract Powder Specification
| Item | Specifications | Test Method |
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| Assay (Diosgenin) | ≥16.0% | HPLC |
| Appearance | Brown powder | Visual |
| Odor&Taste | Characteristic | Organoleptic |
| Identification | Positive | TLC |
| Residue on ignition | ≤5.0% | GB 5009.4-2016 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% | GB 5009.3 |
| Mesh Size/Sieve | 98% pass 80 mesh | Sieve Test |
| Extract solvent | Ethanol & water | Gas Chromatography (GC) |
| Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm | AAS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 ppm | GB 5009.268 |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2 ppm | GB 5009.268 |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤1 ppm | GB 5009.268 |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm | GB 5009.268 |
| Total Plate Count | ≤1000cfu/g | GB 4789.2-2022 |
| Total Yeast &Mold | ≤100cfu/g | GB 4789.15-2016 |
| E.Coli. | Negative | GB 4789.3 |
| Salmonella | Negative | GB 4789.4 |
| Storage | Cool & dry place.Do not freeze .Keep away from light and heat. | |
| Package | Store in tightly closed plastic bag and keep in a cool dry place. | |
| Shelf life | 24 month | |
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Dioscorea Villosa Wild Yam Root Extract Powder Benefits
Wild Yam Extract For Men
Dioscorea villosa root extract contains diosgenin, a compound with a molecular structure similar to DHEA that is highly effective in regulating male hormone levels.
As men age—or due to irregular, high-intensity physical activity—their androgen levels may naturally decline, thereby compromising muscle-building efficiency. Acting as a natural androgen modulator, the diosgenin found in wild yam extract works by restoring endogenous levels of DHT and DHEA, this allows for the effective elevation of hormone levels while ensuring safety.
As men age—or due to irregular, high-intensity physical activity—their androgen levels may naturally decline, thereby compromising muscle-building efficiency. Acting as a natural androgen modulator, the diosgenin found in wild yam extract works by restoring endogenous levels of DHT and DHEA, this allows for the effective elevation of hormone levels while ensuring safety.
Studies indicate that a daily intake of approximately 20 mg of diosgenin can restore and boost androgen levels within a physiological range. Furthermore, our product offers a means to avoid the significant risks associated with the misuse of synthetic androgens. Consequently, our diosgenin is an ideal raw material for the development of health supplements designed to enhance male androgen levels.
Wild Yam Extract For Females
Helps Enhance Fertility Potential
For patients with diminished ovarian function, wild yam extract powder serves as an effective adjuvant. its active constituents promote an increase in intra-follicular androgens, thereby improving ovarian reserve function and simultaneously increasing the number of ovarian follicles.
By optimizing the ovarian microenvironment and enhancing oocyte quality, it effectively rejuvenates ovarian function. Utilizing our wild yam extract as a foundational ingredient, we offer a differentiated product within the field of women's reproductive health—one that provides novel approaches and solutions for safeguarding female fertility.
Alleviates Menopausal Symptoms
Following menopause, women experience an accelerated rate of bone loss. The diosgenin found in wild yam extract helps prevent bone loss caused by estrogen deficiency and increases bone density. Furthermore, the mechanism of action of diosgenin is multi-targeted and multi-pathway, it does not rely on conversion into estrogen to regulate hormonal balance. Consequently, it offers a safer and gentler approach to alleviating the various discomforts associated with menopause, providing significant relief for symptoms such as hot flashes, insomnia, and mood swings in menopausal women.
Our product is suitable for use in women's menopausal health supplements, helping women navigate this transitional phase smoothly.
Demonstrates Significant Inhibitory Effects on Breast Cancer Cells
Our product provides high-quality and reliable raw material support for research aimed at inhibiting breast cancer cells. Diosgenin—a constituent of dioscorea villosa root extract—acts as an active ingredient that inhibits breast cancer cell activity in a concentration-dependent manner.
It suppresses the proliferation of human breast cancer cells by modulating signaling pathways involved in cell growth, differentiation, apoptosis, and tumorigenesis, while also exerting mild phytoestrogenic effects to prevent the metastasis and dissemination of cancer cells.
Wild Yam Extract For Skin
As a natural active ingredient with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, wild yam extract helps delay skin aging, inhibit excessive melanin production, and brighten the complexion. It effectively alleviates skin issues caused by inflammation—offering soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits—and contributes to an overall improvement in skin condition.
Our wild yam rhizome powder is an ideal ingredient for use in restorative cosmetic formulations, providing the beauty industry with innovative solutions and recommendations.
Wild Yam Root Extract For Diabetes
Wild yam extract has been proven to possess a wide range of biological activities and is believed to aid in regulating blood glucose levels in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM).
Its hypoglycemic efficacy is attributed to its ability to enhance glucose metabolism—specifically by upregulating the plasma membrane receptor GLUT4—thereby lowering fasting blood glucose, stimulating insulin secretion, and delaying intestinal carbohydrate absorption, ultimately helping to maintain balanced insulin and glucose levels.
Our product assists in improving blood glucose levels and is suitable for use as a daily dietary supplement for individuals with diabetes.
source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10873921/
What Is Wild Yam Root Extract Used For
Wild Yam Extract Skincare
Our product possesses potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making it highly suitable for skincare applications where it effectively addresses signs of aging, dullness, and inflammation. Furthermore, as a plant-derived extract, it offers inherent natural advantages—namely high safety, minimal irritation, and exceptional gentleness on the skin—making it an ideal ingredient for formulating creams designed for skin brightening, hydration, and repair.
According to the latest 2023 review by the CIR, this ingredient is deemed safe for use in cosmetic products, subject to a key limitation: the diosgenin content must not exceed 3.5%; notably, the prevailing concentration currently utilized in the market stands at 0.3%.
Wild Yam Extract Supplement
Diosgenin, derived from wild yam extract, can be utilized in a wide range of health foods and dietary supplements. Currently, the supplement sector represents the most extensive application area for diosgenin, numerous mature products containing concentrations of 16% to 20% are already available on the market, primarily serving to support women's health, regulate physiological functions, boost metabolism, and maintain hormonal balance.
Safety Of Dioscorea Villosa Wild Yam Root Extract Powder
Studies indicate that excessive consumption of wild yam extract may lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea,as with any plant extract, excessive intake is not recommended.
For safety reasons, it is advised that pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and individuals with renal insufficiency avoid taking this supplement. Typically, it is taken as a dietary supplement at a dosage of 200 mg of wild yam root extract daily, or as directed by a physician or therapist.
Kintainutri® Dioscorea Villosa Wild Yam Root Extract Powder Advantages
Kintainutri® is a specialized manufacturer and supplier of dioscorea villosa root extract with many years of experience in this field. We operate our own production facilities, enabling us to maintain rigorous quality control throughout every stage of the diosgenin production process. Furthermore, we are fully equipped to develop customized solutions tailored to your specific requirements.
We are committed to sourcing only the freshest, highest-quality wild yam raw materials. Utilizing advanced supercritical CO₂ extraction technology, we provide wild yam extract powder with a diosgenin purity level reaching up to 98%. From raw material selection to final packaging and shipping, we adhere to strict procedural standards at every step. Supported by a mature international trade service system, we ensure that orders are delivered to our global clients both promptly and securely.
If you are seeking a professional and reliable supplier of wild yam extracts, we invite you to contact us. We offer high-quality wild yam extract powder in various specifications and are pleased to provide free samples upon request. Please contact us via email at: natural@kintaibio.com.
*Kintainutri® Promise All Products: Non-Irradiated / Non-ETO/ Treat by Heat Only / Non-GMO
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