Saffron for Everyone

The golden spice with health benefits for the whole family + Jessica’s Saffron Marshmallow Recipe

Saffron is probably best known as a luxurious spice, but it is also a medicinal food with centuries of traditional use, now backed by modern clinical research. As a clinical nutritionist and herbalist, I love traditional, functional foods that enhance the culinary experience, and saffron is exactly all of those.

So, what makes saffron so special? Well traditionally, saffron has been used for centuries in various cultures for its medicinal and culinary properties. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is valued for its ability to balance the doshas, particularly supporting digestion, mood, and skin health. Ancient Greek and Roman cultures used saffron to treat digestive disorders, depression, and menstrual issues. It was also considered a potent aphrodisiac and a remedy for eye conditions. In traditional Persian medicine, saffron was often used to promote overall vitality, alleviate stress, and support heart health. Science has confirmed that this deep red-gold spice can lift mood, enhance focus, support hormones, and protect vision.

So, let’s examine saffron, including what the research says, and how you can incorporate it into your diet.

Below: My saffron-infused marshmallow recipe 👇