Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world. It’s composed of delicate threads poking out of the saffron crocus flower. Each flower produces only a few threads. To make a single pound of …

Mar 10, 2025 · Eight threads of saffron a day can improve visual acuity in older adults with mild or moderate age-related macular degeneration.

Oct 16, 2025 · Key Takeaways Black cumin and saffron have both been shown in randomized controlled trials to aid in weight loss, with black cumin also improving cholesterol and …

Oct 19, 2012 · A head-to-head test of the spice saffron versus Prozac for the treatment of clinical depression.

Dec 20, 2024 · Saffron is another spice found to be effective for treating a major cause of suffering (depression, in this case) with a side effect of decreased appetite. When put to the …

Jun 1, 2021 · The spice saffron is pitted head-to-head against the leading drug for severe Alzheimer’s disease. What’s the latest on treating memory disorders with the spice saffron? As …

Aug 16, 2017 · The spice saffron has traditionally been considered an aphrodisiac. It has been shown to improve Prozac-induced sexual dysfunction in women, and men—significantly …

Oct 18, 2012 · Even the scent of the spice saffron may reduce stress hormone levels, and ease the psychological symptoms of PMS.

Oct 17, 2012 · The spice saffron appears to improve both the emotional and physical symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

Sep 7, 2011 · The spice saffron was compared to donepezil (Aricept), a leading drug treatment for slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease cognitive impairment.