Saffron may have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer benefits. However, people who are pregnant should avoid high doses. Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world, with 1 pound (450 ...

Saffron is rich in antioxidants, which may have many health benefits. It may also act as a mood booster and increase libido. Saffron is a spice with a strong fragrance and distinctive color. Early ...

In some parts of the world, consuming saffron during pregnancy is considered to have several benefits. But there are potential side effects. Share on Pinterest Alie Lengyelova/Stocksy United Your ...

“Our biggest challenge is to get people to use it,” Ethan Frisch, the co-founder and co-owner of the spice company Burlap & Barrel, says about saffron. “They think it’s so valuable they almost don’t ...

Saffron isn’t just another spice on the shelf. It’s been traded like treasure, measured in tiny threads, and spoken about in ancient texts with almost sacred reverence. Farmers in Iran still rise ...

It’s hard work to harvest, but a growing cadre of small farmers and home gardeners are cultivating the spice for profit, or simply pleasure. Bulb-like corms, at top, produce saffron crocuses. Each ...

Saffron is a prized spice with a rich history. It's a star ingredient in many cuisines in the Middle East, India, and Europe, lending its distinct saffron, dark red color and sweet, earthy flavor to ...