PRICE: $12.95 for each 60 capsule bottle (1/2 gram per capsule) Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs now offers a very potent Wild Yam Extract standardized to 6% Saponins.  There are 30 milligrams of Saponins in each 500 milligram capsule. Wild Yam (Dioscorea Villosa) has historically been used to treat menopause symptoms, menstrual cramps, gallstones and muscle spasms.  Animal studies suggest Wild Yam may help lower blood sugar in diabetic animals. Wild Yam can reduce elevated cholesterol levels and increase disease-fighting anti-oxidant activity, according to a study in the May 2005 issue of the Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology. One controlled study which was reported in the August 2005 issue of the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, replaced two-thirds of dietary staples (primarily rice) with yams.  Researchers found hormone, cholesterol and anti-oxidant levels improved significantly in this group of post-menopausal women. Click on this link: Wild Yam COA, to view the Certificate of Analysis of this particular batch.  These capsules are filled by hand with a manual encapsulation machine, not with a high speed automatic machine, and thus, only pure, unadulterated Wild Yam Extract is in the capsules. Capsules produced with high speed machines in herbal remedy and vitamin "factories" contain several other ingredients, including preservatives because so many bottles of product are produced at one time, and lubricants to ensure that the machines will run faster and more efficiently. Check their labels! Also, Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs is one of the very few manufacturers that still pack their products in glass whenever possible, even though glass is more expensive.  Barlowe believes that chemicals can leach out of plastic containers and contaminate the contents, and that the use of glass is much better for the environment. Caution: Barlowe's Wild Yam Extract uses only the finest quality and most potent Wild Yam 6% Saponins Standardized Extract from the most trusted suppliers. Studies have shown that Wild Yam herbal extract is generally safe, but it is potent and should be utilized with care. This product is for dietary use. It should not be taken during pregnancy or while nursing. If unexpected side-effects occur, discontinue use immediately! The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Directions For Use: Take two or more capsules daily as needed.  For some people, dosage may need to be increased as results and usage amounts vary based on body type and weight. Wild Yam Extract 6% Saponins Standardized PRICE: $12.95 for each 60 capsule bottle (1/2 gram per capsule)