Saffron – Costliest Spice with unique flavour and colour
Saffron – A valued spice
The scientific name for saffron (Saffron (stigmas of Crocus sativus L.). and belongs to the family of Iridaceas, the line of liliaceas. Among the 85 species belonging to the Crocus genus, saffron is the most fascinating and intriguing species. The word “saffron” is derived from the Arabic word za’faran, which translates to “yellow.” Commercial saffron is made from the dried stigmas of the saffron flower, a triploid sterile plant and has a unique and distinctively pungent, honey-like flavour and aroma. Saffron s widely used as drug to promote health and fight disease. It is is cultivated in different parts of the world, but currently mainly in Iran.In view of its wide range of medical uses, the saffron has under gone extensive phytochemical and biochemical studies and variety of biologically active ingredients isolated.
Saffron most expensive spice in the world – Unique flavour and colour
Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world and is used quite extensively in a lot of cuisines. Its unique flavour and colour make it a wonderful spice to use in food as well as beverages. Originally cultivated in Southern Europe,it is now enjoyed and available the world over. Saffron also has numerous medicinal properties and is also rich in nutrients
Saffron – Medicinal -Pharmaceptical -Properties and benefits
Saffron has amazing digestive properties
It is considered an effective treatment for asthma as it reduces lung inflammation and clears the airways which in turn reduces the severity of an asthma attack
Saffron’s Potassium presence helps maintain blood pressure levels, keeping heart diseases at bay
Radiant skin Saffron is wonderful for the skin. Add it to a face pack and use it once a week to reap the benefits
Using saffron frequently along with milk on the hair curbs loss of hair
Pregnant women are often advised to drink saffron milk as it helps improve blood flow to the pelvis. It also helps suppress cramps, reduces flatulence and anxiety