2023-08-01 06:33:36
Al-Marsad Newspaper: Saffron is one of the most expensive plants in the world and belongs to the Iris family.
On the benefits of saffron:
1- A source of high nutritional values: Some research has shown that the active substance that saffron contains, known as Safranal, in addition to a group of antioxidants, makes saffron a strong role in the fight against cancer, and it is also an anticonvulsant, depression and insomnia substance.
Rich in manganese (Mn), it helps regulate blood sugar, regulates carbohydrate metabolism, calcium absorption, and helps form tissues, bones, and sex hormones.
2- Asthma treatment: Asthma patients usually suffer from shortness of breath and the inability to enter the air, and eating saffron may contribute to the expansion of the bronchi in an asthmatic patient, which contributes to making the breathing process easier.
3- Fighting depression: Consuming saffron properly may have positive effects on your mood, and it may contribute to treating depression, perhaps mainly due to its content of active substances and the amount of potassium and vitamin B6.
4- Sleep disorders: Eating saffron helps to relax and calm the nerves, which contributes to the treatment of insomnia and sleep disorders, thanks to its content of potassium and some substances with soothing properties, so I work to add a little saffron to a cup of hot milk and drink it before bed to get this benefit, according to Medicine Web.
5- Fighting cancer: Saffron may play an effective role in fighting cancer, due to its content of active substances and powerful antioxidants. It is also believed that the carotenoids contained in saffron may kill certain types of cancer cells, such as: leukemia cells and skin cancer , and lymphoid carcinomas.
6- Alzheimer’s disease: Saffron is famously used in Japan to treat age-related nerve problems such as memory loss, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.
7- Promoting sexual health: I found some evidence that consuming saffron may contribute to the treatment of some sexual problems and infertility problems in men, as some research indicated that consuming saffron may reduce erectile dysfunction and increase its duration and number, and other studies indicated that saffron may contribute to Improving sperm functions, and addressing the problem of premature ejaculation, but this field still needs more clear proofs and evidence.
8- Treatment of menstrual disorders: It was found that consuming saffron can contribute to relieving the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and its pain, and it may also help women who suffer from irregular menstruation to regulate their cycle.
9- Benefits of saffron for the heart and arteries: Eating saffron may be very beneficial for heart and blood pressure patients, as its high content of copper, potassium, manganese, iron, zinc and magnesium makes it an important role in that.
Potassium is an important element for regulating and maintaining blood pressure. It is also responsible for the balance of fluids in the cells. It is necessary for the work of the heart and regulating its heart rate. Saffron’s content of antioxidants and selenium contributes to preventing oxidation of cholesterol and prevents infections that may lead to heart and arterial diseases.
10- The benefits of saffron for the eye: A group of Italian scientists from the Center (ARC) at the University (Excellence in Vision Science and University of L’Aquila) found that saffron can be a treatment for vision loss caused by advanced age, and it also contributes to the treatment of some diseases. the eyes.
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