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Saffron

Crocus sativus extracts are studied for depressive, anxiety and premenstrual symptoms.

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Evidence strengthModerate evidence
Based on consistency, quality and relevance of human research—not podcast mentions.
Common research protocol28–30 mg/day standardized saffron extract
Protocols mapped1 goal-specific protocol
Evidence reviewed throughSeptember 2026
Evidence verdict

Moderate evidence for the stated context. Trials are generally short, products vary and treatment decisions remain clinical.

Scientific evidence1 reviewed sourceDetermines the evidence grade
Expert & media context0 reviewed sourcesDoes not change the grade alone
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What it is & primary uses

Crocus sativus extracts are studied for depressive, anxiety and premenstrual symptoms.

Mood-symptom researchPMS researchAppetite research
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Main benefits

  • Meta-analyses report symptom improvement in some mild-to-moderate mood trials.
  • Trials are generally short, products vary and treatment decisions remain clinical.
03

Studied protocols

Research doses are grouped by outcome. They describe study designs—not a personal prescription.

Mood-symptom research

28–30 mg/day standardized saffron extract

Moderate confidence
Study duration
Commonly 4–12 weeks; protocol and outcome vary
Interpretation
Trials are generally short, products vary and treatment decisions remain clinical.

Clinical or experimental context—professional guidance is especially appropriate.

04Food sources & equivalents
Food sources & equivalents

Can food provide a studied amount?

Impractical at study dose
Comparison target28–30 mg/day standardized saffron extract

Saffron spice can provide related dietary exposure, but food and extract milligrams are not automatically interchangeable.

Saffron spiceFood amount varies

Dietary exposure; verify composition before comparing with a studied supplement dose

How this was estimated
Dose Radar compares the declared active ingredient with official composition data or the studied standardized extract—not with marketing names.
Important limitation
Natural content, preparation, bioavailability and formulation vary. This comparison does not prove equal physiological effect.

Food equivalents compare ingredient mass using published composition values. They do not prove equal absorption, formulation, physiological effect, safety or personal need.

Source: Saffron: current human evidence index ↗
05How to take it for absorption & tolerance
Meal relationship

With food

Evidence-informed
With food; formulation and tolerance remain part of the comparison.

Food commonly improves gastrointestinal tolerance, although it can change absorption for some ingredients.

Practical approach
Once daily or divided. Keep the formulation and daily total consistent with the evidence context shown above.
Watch for
Antidepressants

Meal guidance reflects human pharmacokinetic, clinical, official-label or evidence-review sources where available. A food pairing can change absorption or tolerability, but does not make a supplement necessary, effective or safe for every person.

Source: Saffron: current human evidence index ↗
06Supplement interaction check
Library interaction context156 ingredients · 0 mapped signals for this guide

An unlisted pair means no established pair-specific interaction was identified in this review—not proof that every dose, product or person is safe.

No pair-specific signal listedNo established interaction with another Dose Radar ingredient was identified in this review.

This is not proof that every dose, product or user context is safe. Medication and condition checks still apply.

07Research notes
Evidence verdict

Moderate evidence for the stated context. Trials are generally short, products vary and treatment decisions remain clinical.

The displayed amount comes from human research or an official evidence summary. It is not a personalized prescription, and formulation can change whether the comparison is valid.

TimingOnce daily or divided
Time to expected effectStudy-specific; commonly several weeks
08Scientific references
Evidence sourceUsed to assess efficacy, protocols and confidence

Peer-reviewed human research and formal evidence reviews. Open each source to inspect the complete paper record.

Scientific evidence2026Current PubMed systematic-review index↗ PubMed

Saffron: current human evidence index

Dose context: 28–30 mg/day standardized saffron extract

Meta-analyses report symptom improvement in some mild-to-moderate mood trials. Trials are generally short, products vary and treatment decisions remain clinical.

09Expert & media references
Context sourceUsed to understand what professionals discuss

Podcast and practitioner statements are clearly separated from research. They may explain practice or emerging ideas, but do not prove efficacy.

0 reviewed context sourcesNo verified expert or media reference mapped yet.

Dose Radar will leave this lane empty rather than invent or infer a professional opinion.