Saffron (Crocus sativus)-Healing with Herbs

Saffron (Crocus sativus)-Healing with Herbs

Saffron (Crocus sativus) is the bright red stigma of the Saffron Crocus flower which is available in a dried thread-like form.

Benefits

• Saffron is anti-allergic and is a natural skin care remedy. It tones the skin and can cure skin problems like acne.
• Its calming effect helps infants to calm down when they are teething. It also alleviates toothaches and prevents tooth decay.
• It relieves flatulence and improves digestion and functioning of the stomach.
• Saffron prevents accumulation of free radicals and defends the body against tumors and cancers. It improves the overall resistance power of the body against infections.
• The aphrodisiac properties of Saffron promote sexual desire and extenuates impotence and infertility.

How to use Saffron

• Steep 4-5 threads of Saffron in warm milk to make a good beverage as well as a general tonic. Drink this milk to treat digestion problems, headache and colds. Regular intake of saffron infused in milk improves skin complexion.
• Infuse Saffron threads in boiled water and instill it into the nose. It helps treat insomnia as well as a pounding headache.
• Make a face mask of Saffron paste to treat pimples and rashes.