Saffron Premium Quality Afghan Saffron From Afghanistan (Fine, Pure and Organic Saffron) Safran, azafran, Safranfaden

Saffron Premium Quality Afghan Saffron From Afghanistan (Fine, Pure and Organic Saffron) Safran, azafran, Safranfaden

The term saffron actually refers to the dried stigmas and top of the saffron crocus, a type of flower similar to safflower.The stigmas are picked by hand and dried. It takes approximately 75, 000 saffron flowers to produce one pound of saffron stigma.

In many cultures, saffron is used as a spice and for culinary purposes;  Saffron has a sweet taste and cold properties, and is associated with the Heart and Liver meridians. Its main functions are to invigorate the blood, remove stagnation, clear the meridians and release toxins. It is typically used to treat conditions such as high fevers and related conditions that may be caused by pathogenic heat, and to help break up blood clots. There is also anecdotal evidence that saffron can inhibit the growth of some types of cancer cells. Small amounts of saffron can increase the incidence of contractions in pregnant women.