Pure saffron from Taliouine. This product is directly sold by the local producers organised in a cooperative.
Benefits of Saffron
There are supposedly several beneficial uses of saffron. Benefits
may include treating depression, asthma, atherosclerosis, and painful
menstrual periods, among other conditions. There is some evidence that
saffron may have anti-cancer effects and may help lower cholesterol and
triglycerides. Saffron is also sometimes used topically to help with
certain conditions, such as baldness. It is not known if medicinal uses
of saffron are safe for children.
Saffron
crocus is a flowering plant that is usually used as a spice. However,
it is also used in herbal supplements. Saffron supplements are often
claimed to help with the following conditions:
- Depression
- Asthma
- Insomnia
- Cancer
- Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis)
- Coughing
- Whooping cough
- Gas
- Fright and shock
- Spitting up blood
- Pain
- Painful menstrual periods (dysmenorrhea)
- Indigestion or heartburn
- Premature ejaculation
- Dry skin
- Baldness (when applied to the scalp).
Some of these benefits of saffron are more valid than others As with many supplements, claims for the benefits of saffron are
sometimes exaggerated, and these claims must be evaluated critically.
Most importantly, it is essential to remember that natural products
should not be used carelessly, as many can be quite toxic (for instance,
many poisons are natural products).
How Does Saffron Work?
It is not exactly clear how saffron works. It seems that there are a few
different active compounds in it. Early research indicates that some of
these compounds may have anti-cancer activity, may stimulate the
secretion of stomach acids, and can stimulate the contraction of smooth muscles (such as the uterus). Compounds in saffron may also have some effects on lowering cholesterol and triglycerides.
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