Saffron Oil (Crocus sativus) Essential Oil 100% Pure Natural Undiluted Uncut Therapeutic Grade Oil 0.16 Fl.Oz to 33.81 Fl.Oz by Sheer Essence (Saffron Oil (Crocus sativus) Oil, 5ML (0.16 Fl.OZ))

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Like the dried spice, saffron oil comes from the C. sativus flower. It’s made by extracting the oil from the stigmas.

PubMed: Protective effect of safranal on pentylenetetrazol-induced seizures in the rat: involvement of GABAergic and opioids systems.

At the very outset, saffron is one of the oldest and most famous spices in the world. It is famous for its color, flavor, texture, and most important its immense health benefits. Widely used in many dishes, saffron is one of the important spices in enhancing flavors. PubMed: Effects of different concentrations of 2,4-D and BAP on somatic embryogenesis induction in saffron (Crocus sativus L.). PubMed: Quantification of main bioactive metabolites from saffron (Crocus sativus) stigmas by a micellar electrokinetic chromatographic (MEKC) method.

While saffron’s origin is still debated, it most likely originated in Iran. There, it was revered for its medicinal properties. People would eat saffron to enhance libido, boost mood, and improve memory ( 1). PubMed: Inhibitory activity on amyloid-beta aggregation and antioxidant properties of Crocus sativus stigmas extract and its crocin constituents. Some evidence shows saffron can suppress your appetite and help you lose weight,” says Czerwony. “But it doesn’t work alone. Combine saffron with a healthy, balanced diet for success.” 4. Seizure treatmentFurthermore, there have been other studies that have shown that saffron can help to improve vision, treat insomnia, promote better brain health, and even cure asthma. PubMed: Crocins transport in Crocus sativus: the long road from a senescent stigma to a newborn corm. There have been some studies that have shown saffron may be able to help pregnant women in certain ways, including helping to prevent the need for a cesarean section, but you should speak with your doctor before trying this, as other studies have shown that saffron has been used to terminate pregnancies. PubMed: Quality and functionality of saffron: quality control, species assortment and affinity of extract and isolated saffron compounds to NMDA and sigma1 (sigma-1) receptors.