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Saffron

TL;DR

Saffron (Crocus sativus) is a spice derived from the stigmas of the saffron crocus flower. Its active compounds crocin, crocetin, and safranal have demonstrated mood-enhancing, antioxidant, and neuroprotective properties in clinical studies.

Overview

Saffron (Crocus sativus) is a spice derived from the stigmas of the saffron crocus flower. Its active compounds crocin, crocetin, and safranal have demonstrated mood-enhancing, antioxidant, and neuroprotective properties in clinical studies. Used for emotional balance and mild mood support.

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products in our database contain Saffron

Source · MoodStack database

Compound forms

Saffron comes in several molecular forms. Each absorbs and acts differently.

Saffron Extract (2% Safranal)

Bioavailability

Typical dose

Products with Saffron

Interactions

enhances. Saffron (crocin, safranal) has serotonin reuptake inhibition and monoamine modulation similar to SSRIs; combination may increase serotonergic effects

enhances. Saffron has mild hypotensive effects via calcium channel modulation and NO release; additive with antihypertensives

synergistic. Saffron supports serotonergic mood enhancement while ashwagandha reduces cortisol-based stress; complementary pathways for mood and well-being

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