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Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of the saffron crocus (Crocus sativus), a species of crocus in the family Iridaceae. The flower has three stigmas, which are the distal ends of the plant's carpels. Together with its style, the stalk connecting the stigmas to the rest of the plant, these components are often dried and used in cooking as a seasoning and colouring agent. ...read more from Wikipedia

Fast Facts:

• --Saffron has been studied for it's effectiveness for depression.¹
• --In the Middle Ages saffron was used as a treatment for menstrual pain.²
• --Excessive intake of saffron can be harmful.³

Top Resources on Saffron

• eMedTV: Saffron
• About.com: Saffron History
• Wikipedia: History of Saffron
• eHow: How to Use Saffron
• RoyalSaffron: Saffron Uses in Medicine

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GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References

1. ↑ eMedTV: Saffron
2. ↑ eHow: How to Use Saffron
3. ↑ RoyalSaffron: Saffron Uses in Medicine

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