Saffron for Mood: Natural Support for Calm and Emotional Resilience
Feeling anxious, low, or irritable? Saffron extract is a natural, research-backed option that may help support mood, emotional regulation, and overall mental well-being.
Why Families Are Interested
Enhances mood and emotional resilience through plant-based compounds
Supports neurotransmitter balance for calm and focus
Protects brain cells and reduces inflammation affecting mood
Who Might Benefit
Anyone experiencing stress, anxiety, or emotional ups and downs
Individuals looking for natural, integrative support alongside therapy or lifestyle strategies
Saffron is a gentle, plant-based boost for mood and calm, easily integrated into a personalized integrative plan that fits your family’s needs.
References
- An Examination Into the Effects of a Saffron Extract (Affron) on Mood and General Wellbeing in Adults Experiencing Low Mood: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Lopresti AL, Smith SJ, Marx W, Díez-Municio M, Morán-Valero MI. J Nutr. 2025;155(7):2300-2311. doi:10.1016/j.tjnut.2025.05.024. New Research
- New Horizons for the Study of Saffron (Crocus Sativus L.) and Its Active Ingredients in the Management of Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review of Clinical Evidence and Mechanisms. Han S, Cao Y, Wu X, et al. Phytother Res. 2024;38(5):2276-2302. doi:10.1002/ptr.8110. Leading Journal
- Safety and Efficacy of Saffron (Crocus Sativus L.) for Treating Mild to Moderate Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Dai L, Chen L, Wang W. J Nerv Ment Dis. 2020;208(4):269-276. doi:10.1097/NMD.0000000000001118.
- Effect of Saffron Supplementation on Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Marx W, Lane M, Rocks T, et al. Nutr Rev. 2019;77(8):557-571. doi:10.1093/nutrit/nuz023. Leading Journal
- The Efficacy of Saffron in the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Depression: A Meta-Analysis. Tóth B, Hegyi P, Lantos T, et al. Planta Med. 2019;85(1):24-31. doi:10.1055/a-0660-9565.
- Saffron, as an Adjunct Therapy, Contributes to Relieve Depression Symptoms: An Umbrella Meta-Analysis. Musazadeh V, Zarezadeh M, Faghfouri AH, et al. Pharmacol Res. 2022;175:105963. doi:10.1016/j.phrs.2021.105963. Leading Journal
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- The Effects of Saffron (Crocus Sativus L.) on Mental Health Parameters and C-Reactive Protein: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials. Ghaderi A, Asbaghi O, Reiner Ž, et al. Complement Ther Med. 2020;48:102250. doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2019.102250.
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- The Effects of Combined Scutellaria and Saffron Supplementation on Mood Regulation in Participants With Mild-to-Moderate Depressive Symptoms: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study. Dormal V, Suchareau M, Copine S, Simar L, Deldicque L. Nutrients. 2025;17(5):809. doi:10.3390/nu17050809. New Research
- Affron, a Standardised Extract From Saffron (Crocus Sativus L.) for the Treatment of Youth Anxiety and Depressive Symptoms: A Randomised, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study. Lopresti AL, Drummond PD, Inarejos-García AM, Prodanov M. J Affect Disord. 2018;232:349-357. doi:10.1016/j.jad.2018.02.070. Leading Journal