BENEFITS OF YAM ON BRAIN FUNCTION
It has been suggested that consuming yams may have a positive effect on brain health. A 12-week study has been conducted in which participants who consumed yam extract were compared to those who received a placebo supplement. The participants who took the yam extract scored higher in a brain function test compared to those who took the placebo supplement. It is believed that yams contain a compound known as diosgenin which has been shown to stimulate neuron growth and improve brain function. Additionally, diosgenin has been found to improve memory and learning ability in mice in a range of maze tests. However, further research is needed to gain a better understanding of the potential benefits of yams on brain health.