Saffron
crocus is a flowering plant that is usually used as a spice. However,
it is also used in herbal supplements. Saffron supplements are often
claimed to help with the following conditions:
- Asthma
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Cancer
- Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis)
- Coughing
- Whooping cough
- Gas
- Fright and shock
- Spitting up blood
- Pain
- Painful menstrual periods (dysmenorrhea)
- Indigestion or heartburn
- Premature ejaculation
- Dry skin
- Baldness (when applied to the scalp)