Saffron

Crocus sativus

Source
San Gimignano, Italy
Warnings
Interactions: may cause problems for people on blood pressure medicine or blood thinners
Function
Dietary Aid
Found In
MAIA, Many savory foods from around the world
Helps with
Hormonal Support
Anxiety
Muscle & Tissue Health
DR & Pelvic Health
Health
Performance
Gut Health
Sleep
Facts

Saffron has been used in traditional medicine for a long time. Saffron components have been extensively researched for their capacity to alleviate mental depression. It's thought to help with cardiovascular risk factors like lipid profile, blood glucose, weight, and erectile dysfunction. Saffron is a superfood since it boosts immunity and energy levels. In research, saffron has been demonstrated to be beneficial in the treatment of infertility. It increases both men's and women's libido. Saffron is one of the most potent natural antioxidants available, and is studied as a potential mechanism for improving conception and reproductive health.

Backed by Research

Find out what research studies show about this ingredient.

The association between dietary inflammatory index and risk of colorectal cancer among postmenopausal women: results from the Women’s Health Initiative

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Tabung, F.K., Steck, S.E., Ma, Y. et al. The association between dietary inflammatory index and risk of colorectal cancer among postmenopausal women: results from the Women’s Health Initiative. Cancer Causes Control 26, 399–408 (2015).

Therapeutic effects of saffron (Crocus sativus L.) in digestive disorders

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Pharmaceutical Research Center, Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran

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