Excellent properties of saffron for its health and harms
Saffron has numerous medicinal properties and it is mentioned as a golden spice, of course, the properties of saffron are very great for body health, healing and beauty.
Saffron plant
Saffron flower has purple petals with three bright orange stigmas in the middle. Cultivation and harvesting of this plant is still done in an old and traditional way and its stages are done by humans. They have to separate a large number of saffron stigmas to produce 1 ounce of saffron, and this causes its high price.
Brewing saffron
Thoroughly pulverize a teaspoon of dried saffron and pour it into a small teapot containing about a glass of boiling water and put the lid on. Like tea, place it on the indirect heat of a kettle or samovar to slowly return color and thicken over 20 minutes to half an hour. You can use this liquid to flavor and color foods and dishes. You can also put 1/3 teaspoon of saffron in a teapot with tea to brew and enjoy a fragrant saffron tea with candy.
Health benefits of saffron
Saffron is rich in manganese, vitamin C, iron, potassium and vitamin B6. Manganese helps regulate your blood sugar and also helps improve the body’s metabolism and calcium absorption.
It also helps boost generic hormones. Vitamin C is also a fighter against infection and iron purifies the home as well as vitamin B6 is effective in the formation of blood cells and calms the nerves. Potassium also helps balance fluid in the body, and if it is low in the body, it can cause muscle cramps.
Saffron contains more than 150 different compounds. For example, picrocrocin is the main ingredient in its taste. Safrenal brings the aroma of saffron and the crocin in saffron causes the orange color of saffron. Many of the medicinal properties of this spice are due to the presence of carotenoids and antioxidants in it, which can protect the body against many damages.
In many cases, saffron extract can inhibit the growth of various tumors and in some cases can be used as an anti-cancer drug.
Antidepressant properties and saffron boost memory
On the other hand, research by a group of scientists shows that saffron can improve or prevent the effects of aluminum, including memory loss and neurological disorders.
Saffron is an excellent anti-depressant drug and makes people lively and lively. It dilutes blood flow and also has an effective role in strengthening memory.
Saffron in foods
The use of saffron in foods causes their excellent color, taste and aroma, which is very compatible with our Iranian taste. On the other hand, it is soothing and increases appetite. It also helps digestion and strengthens the stomach.
The harms of excessive saffron consumption and abortion
Excessive consumption of saffron also lowers blood pressure and excessive blood thinning, which may have side effects such as nosebleeds or uterine bleeding in women. Overuse of this substance is also not recommended for pregnant women for the reasons mentioned above and may lead to miscarriage in the first months of pregnancy.
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