Safran

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 Saffron? Safran is a common misspelling of saffron.
 
Saffron is an expensive spice that is also available in the form of a supplement. Saffron supplements are claimed to have several health benefits, such as treating depression, insomnia, asthma, and baldness. Some early studies have indicated that compounds in saffron may have anti-cancer activity, stimulate the secretion of stomach acids, and lower cholesterol and triglycerides. However, more research is needed to conclude that saffron is effective for any use. Possible side effects of saffron include nausea, drowsiness, and anxiety.
 
(Click Saffron for more information on this herbal supplement, including safety concerns, its effectiveness, and other possible side effects.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;