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Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) and major depressive disorder: a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials

Hausenblas, H.A., Saha, D., Dubyak, P.J. and Anton, S.D. · Journal of Integrative Medicine · 2013

Meta-analysis / review

Abstract

This meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials found saffron (Crocus sativus) supplementation significantly reduced depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder compared with placebo, supporting its sedative antidepressant use.

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Hausenblas, H.A., Saha, D., Dubyak, P.J. and Anton, S.D (2013) 'Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) and major depressive disorder: a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials', Journal of Integrative Medicine, 11(6), pp. 377-383. doi:10.3736/jintegrmed2013056

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