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Overview. Saffron (Crocus sativus) is a plant. The dried thread-like parts of the flower (stigmas) are used to make saffron spice, food coloring, and medicine. Saffron contains chemicals that might alter mood, kill cancer cells, decrease swelling, and act like antioxidants.
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Located in the heart of the historic Third Ward of Downtown Milwaukee, Saffron offers a modern twist to traditional Indian cuisine by elevating the dining ...
Amount Per 1 tbsp (2.1 g) | |
Calories 6 | |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 0.1 g | 0% |
Saturated fat 0 g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0 mg | 0% |
Sodium 3 mg | 0% |
Potassium 36 mg | 1% |
Total Carbohydrate 1.4 g | 0% |
Dietary fiber 0.1 g | 0% |
Protein 0.2 g | 0% |
Caffeine 0 mg | |
Vitamin C | 2% |
Calcium | 0% |
Iron | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0% |
Vitamin B6 | 0% |
Cobalamin | 0% |
Magnesium | 1% |
According to human and animal studies, saffron and its constituents have been shown to be effective in the treatment of mild to moderate depression which may be ...