Yucca

Forms Available: powder, root

Yucca – yucca schidigera – Traditional use internally for arthritis and rheumatism. Yucca Root may purify the blood and act as an anti-inflammatory that can be beneficial for arthritis, osteoporosis and other inflammatory conditions. It contains steroid saponins, calcium, potassium, iron, manganese, copper, phosphorus, vitamins A, C, and B-complex. Yucca Root has been found to reduce pain and increase mobility by production of natural steroids in the body. Yucca Root also aids digestion and is a liver, blood, and digestive system detoxifier. It is helpful for allergies, asthma, skin problems, body odor, and stress. Yucca Root has also been used in soap-making, and it’s emollient, cleansing properties make it an ideal ingredient in shampoo and other hair care products. Saponins in roots of yucca species possess long-lasting soaping action. Yucca Root is gaining increasing attention among dog owners for its success in treating arthritis, hip dysplasia, and other degenerative bone and joint diseases – although not for cancer of the bone.