Saffron Health Benefits And Natural Cures

By Suparna Chakaraborthy

Monday, December 20, 2010, 17:19

Saffron which hails from the land of Arabia, is one of the most expensive spices in the world. It is widely used in Asian culinary for it's natural colours property. Scientists have now proved that saffron health benefits are widespread and this spice is a natural cure to many health disorders. Two of the major health benefits of saffron are -

1.Improving Vision - The professors of ARC Center of Excellence in Vision science have confirmed that one of the health benefits of saffron is that it protects and prevents vision. It is a very effective antioxidant and affects the genes which manages fatty acid levels in the membrane of the cells. The vision cells become stronger and also heals with this source of antioxidant. Researchers have said that saffron has vision-repairing components.

2.Depression - The Phytotherpy Research had discussed a study which had proved that intake of saffron can treat mild and moderate depression. The study was done on 40 depression patients. Out of which 20 were given a dose of 30 mg saffron for 6 weeks, while others were given the general medication. After completion of the experiment it was noticed that their was significant decrease in their depression.

Other health benefits of saffron are -

1.It is very helpful in curing burns and cuts. The spice quickens the healing process, avoiding all the infection.
2.It is very helpful in curing menstruation troubles. It cures the pain and also regulated monthly periods.
3.This spice is a great natural cure for stomach disorders
4.If taken with hot milk everyday. It is a great cure for insomnia.
5.It regulated blood pressure
6.Prevents heart diseases

Saffron health benefits are many and is almost the natural cure for everything but at the same time it should be taken in moderation. Excessive intake can have serious side effects.