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Saffron (Crocus sativus) as a tool for helping with Inflammation (general)
inferred from anti-inflammatory action
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3 sources supporting Saffron for Inflammation (general). Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's anti-inflammatory action. Further evidence for that pharmacology:
This review of the clinical applications of saffron (Crocus sativus) and its constituents details its anticonvulsant, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antitumour and radical-scavenging effects.
This review summarises the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immunomodulatory effects of saffron (Crocus sativus) and its main constituents crocin, crocetin and safranal.