1. Relieve depression and anxiety: the chemical components in saffron can promote the secretion of serotonin and dopamine in the body, thus relieving depression and anxiety.
2. Improve sleep: Saffron can also increase melatonin levels in the brain, which helps to improve sleep quality.
3. Helps digestion: The components in saffron can stimulate the secretion of gastric juices and digestive enzymes, as well as promote intestinal peristalsis, which helps digestion.
4. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: Saffron contains a number of chemicals with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help treat infections and inflammation.
How to consume saffron:
1. Make tea: you can make saffron tea by steeping dried saffron in boiling water.
2. Cooking: you can add saffron to stews and soups as a seasoning.
3. Pastry: You can add saffron to pastries to increase the taste and color of food.
Saffron contraindications:
1. Pregnant women should not consume large quantities of saffron because it contains some chemical components that may adversely affect the fetus.
2. It may cause allergic reactions, such as rashes or breathing difficulties. Therefore, people who are allergic to saffron should avoid it.
3. If you are taking medication or have related diseases, please consult a medical professional before consuming saffron.