Saffron
General Information
Crocus sativus L. (Saffron, Stigma Croci, Za'faran)
Traditional use Sedative, emmenagogue, stimulant (appetite), aphrodisiac, diaphoretic, antidepressant and urinary health aid.
Preparation Tea, food additive
Crocus sativus L. (Saffron, Stigma Croci, Za'faran)
Traditional use Sedative, emmenagogue, stimulant (appetite), aphrodisiac, diaphoretic, antidepressant and urinary health aid.
Preparation Tea, food additive
Research
Crocins from Saffron can enhance memory performance and attenuate scopolamine-induced memory deficits. Saffron has also been evaluated for use in treating anxiety, cognitive decline and menopausal symptoms.
Crocins from Saffron can enhance memory performance and attenuate scopolamine-induced memory deficits. Saffron has also been evaluated for use in treating anxiety, cognitive decline and menopausal symptoms.
Active compound(s)
crocin(s)
crocin(s)
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