Saffron, called Kesar in most Indian homes, comes from the Crocus sativus’ flower and is used primarily for coloring or aroma reasons in the cooking process. As often as it’s used, few are aware of it’s plethora of health benefits, so here are just a few reasons why it’s worth it’s cost.
First off, it helps combat depression.
A study has shown that it can be used safe and effectively as an antidepressant. About 30 mg of saffron extract taken for six weeks can help ease the symptoms.
Second, it aids your memory.
This is due to the crocetin and crocin that it contains, both of which help with improving memory and your brain’s processing and used to treat degenerative brain disorders like Alzheimer’s.
Third, it can help with your Asthma.
Saffron does a great job of cleansing your airways, so your lungs are likely to become less inflamed as it clears them up.
Fourth, it can promote your heart health.
This is caused by the loads of antioxidants that it contains, including lycopene and crocetin, that strengthen your circulatory system.
Fifth, it can help you fight cancer.
Even though the exact action of saffron is unknown, it has shown to be able to help the prevention of a tumor’s spread, without affecting healthy cells. It can safely be used alongside conventional cancer treatments as well.
Finally, it improves your eyesight.
It’s an antioxidant, but it also has several other qualities that affect vision. According to a study, saffron may alter genes that cause the fatty acid content in vision cell membranes, which affect the strength and resilience of your eye tissue.
To read more about the benefits of Saffron, click here for Zee News’ article in it’s entirety.
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