Saffron is rich in antioxidants, which may have many health benefits. It may also act as a mood booster and increase libido. Saffron is a spice with a strong fragrance and distinctive color. Early ...

Saffron may have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer benefits. However, people who are pregnant should avoid high doses. Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world, with 1 pound (450 ...

A glimpse at Kashmir’s saffron harvest. Paper replicas of saffron flowers, which are harvested in mid-autumn (past our press time), made for T by the artist Sourabh Gupta.Credit...Photograph by Esther ...

It’s hard work to harvest, but a growing cadre of small farmers and home gardeners are cultivating the spice for profit, or simply pleasure. Bulb-like corms, at top, produce saffron crocuses. Each ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

One specific spice could function as a natural antidepressant, an expert says. Saffron, found in popular foods and drinks like paella and herbal teas, has shown promise for its ability to boost mood ...

Saffron water is made by soaking a few saffron strands in lukewarm water and drinking it daily. It may brighten skin, reduce pigmentation, and support collagen production after consistent use. Saffron ...

Michelle Ranavat, the founder of eponymous skin and haircare brand Ranavat, recently travelled from Los Angeles to India’s Kashmir Valley to meet with producers who supply her business with one of its ...

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Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world­, going for up to $16 per gram—and with good reason. It comes from the dried bright orange-red stigmas of the flower Crocus sativus. But before you go ...