Saffron and depression

I have written extensively in many past newsletters about the effectiveness of saffron plus turmeric in combination in treating depression.

A recent clinical trial involving 139 participants with persistent depression, currently taking antidepressant medication, were randomised to receive 28 mg/d of standardised saffron extract or placebo for eight weeks.

Using a clinician-rated depression scale to evaluate patient mood, researchers observed a 41 per cent decrease in depressive symptoms among the participants taking saffron, compared with a 21 per cent decrease in those taking placebo.

Specifically, patients experienced improvements in sleep quality, initiative, motivation, interest and pleasure, bringing light and hope to depressed individuals.

Saffron gives serenity to patients who want and need to rise above depression. Our herbal kingdom is an unending provider!