Wild Yam
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About Wild Yam
Wild yam is used in pet foods and supplements as an herbal botanical rather than a macronutrient, included for its saponins (such as diosgenin) and often marketed for digestive support, mild anti‑inflammatory effects, or as a traditional “hormone‑support” botanical. It supplies negligible calories or protein, has limited clinical evidence for clear benefits in dogs and cats, and may cause gastrointestinal upset or allergic reactions; avoid use in pregnant or hormonally sensitive animals or when pets are receiving hormone therapies and consult your veterinarian before use.
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Common Questions
What category is Wild Yam?
Wild Yam is categorized as a herb ingredient in the KibbleLab database.
Is Wild Yam part of an allergen group?
No allergen group is linked to Wild Yam in the KibbleLab database.
Which foods contain Wild Yam?
6 foods in the KibbleLab database contain Wild Yam, including NaturVet, Nutri-Vet, Only Natural Pet.
Foods with Wild Yam
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