herb · for joint pain
Saffron
Saffron is the dried stigma of the crocus flower, and the spice most people know from cooking. As a supplement it is sold standardised for safranal or crocin, usually around 30 mg a day.
How strong is the research?
Not verified evidence
Studied in a narrower group
2 papers read, 1 supporting.
Tested as: Mixed and poorly standardised across the 5 trials — saffron powder and extracts at 15-100 mg/day
Who was studied: Adults with sore joints. Some had rheumatoid arthritis, some wear and tear, some fibromyalgia. All kept their usual treatment.
We found 2 studies on this. We have not finished reading them yet, so we are not ready to say either way.
How much to take
15–100 mg