herb · for stress
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
1 paper read.
Tested as: A standard saffron extract, 30 mg a day. The strength is not reported.
Who was studied: 56 healthy adults aged 18-54 with subclinical low mood and/or anxiety and stress
We found 1 study on this. We have not finished reading them yet, so we are not ready to say either way.
How much to take
30 mg