Does yam extract actually convert into DHEA, estrogens and progesterone in the body?
It would be very difficult to absorb enough yam extract to reach levels required for therapeutic purposes. In addition, if you already have a medical problem, it would be unlikely that the body could convert yam extract into DHEA at all. Q: Is there a risk that the body will shut down its natural production of DHEA if one takes supplemental doses for a prolonged period? A: Not when taken at proper therapeutic doses, as previously described. Recent research has indicated it may be advisable to skip a few days occasionally, when taking DHEA long term.
