Saffron is one of the most expensive and traditionally used culinary spice. It has also been a traditional medicine to relieve various diseases symptoms. It has been used to cure several diseases such as kidney stones, stomach aches, atherosclerosis and also depression. Saffron also has importance in Chinese medicine to improve blood circulation.
Studies on saffron also suggests that it can also be used as memory enhancer and anti-cancerous agent, but the fact is still to be ensured. The botanical name of saffron is Crocus sativus and is also known as Saffron or Zaafraan. It has some chemical constituents like crocin, picrocrocin and crocetin which benefits people with neurodegenerative disorders. Saffron is generally used in dried forms. Various health benefits of saffron are discussed in this article here.
Saffron Health Benefits
Saffron is the easily available home remedy to cure various health conditions. Apart from curing heart and lung disorders, and sore gums, it is also essential for various skin problems. Some health and body conditions which can be cured by saffron as given as follows:
- Digestion — The herb improves the digestive system and enhances the appetite.
- Acidity — Saffron is an effective cure for acidity and gastrointestinal colic. The herb is also a good cure for gas problems.
- Blood Purification — Saffron is an effective blood purifier as it has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Joints Pain — The herb also provides relief from joints pain and arthritis. It also helps in relieving muscle tenderness.
- Fever — Saffron cures fever.
- Insomnia — The herb is a good cure for insomnia and depression.
- Skin Lightening — Saffron is an effective skin lightener, hence it is used in various herbal skin products.
Several other diseases that can be cured by saffron are as follows:
- Heartburn
- Dry skin
- Baldness
- Whooping cough
- Premature ejaculation
- Dysmenorrhea
- Arteriosclerosis
- Menstrual problems
- Cancer
- Asthma
The above are some of the health benefits of saffron.
