Mood & Depression
- Several clinical studies suggest that saffron extract can help reduce symptoms of mild to moderate depression.
Anxiety & Stress
- Saffron may help blunt physiological stress responses: in a lab stress test, the typical drop in heart rate variability (HRV) under stress was lessened in people who took saffron.
Well-Being / Quality of Life
- Beyond “not being sad,” saffron supplementation has been linked to improved self-perceived mental health or well-being in some studies.
Biological Mechanisms
- Saffron contains active compounds (like crocin, safranal) that may influence neurotransmitters (serotonin, dopamine), reduce inflammation, and modulate how your body responds to stress.