02/04/2019 / By Edsel Cook
Iranian researchers examined the potential of saffron (Crocus Sativus) to serve as an alternative means of alleviating ailments. They reported that the widely used plant contains natural compounds that could amend symptoms associated with various diseases.
The study received support from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. Its findings were published in the science journal Phytotherapy Research.
Based on their findings, researchers believe that saffron should further be examined for its health benefits. In addition to the entire herb, the individual bioactive compounds are also considered to be of great interest and benefit.
Learn more about the benefits of saffron at Herbs.news.
Journal Reference:
Boskabady MH, Farkhondeh T. ANTIINFLAMMATORY, ANTIOXIDANT, AND IMMUNOMODULATORY EFFECTS OF CROCUS SATIVUSL. AND ITS MAIN CONSTITUENTS. Phytotherapy Research. 2016;30(7):1072–1094. DOI: 10.1002/ptr.5622.
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