Saffron or Zafraan or kesar or kukuma puvvu in Telugu

Saffron or Zafraan or kesar or kukuma puvvu in Telugu

Saffron or Zafraan or kesar or kukuma puvvu in Telugu as it is commonly known is a wonder spice that is beneficial for not only your skin but your immune system and hair too. Here’s how. (With inputs from www.kingkesariya.co.in)

However an adult can safely consume 5-6 strands of saffron everyday while children can have 2-3 strands. There is no medical research that confirms that drinking saffron milk during pregnancy helps in having a fair baby! However, saffron does build up the immunity of a pregnant woman and that in turn leads to a healthy baby. The tradition in India is followed from time unknown.

The application of Zafraan over the scalp is good in treating of baldness (alopecia).

Saffron is highly beneficial for radiant skin, when combined with turmeric, raw milk and sandalwood.

Saffron has many antioxidants that are beneficial in contending of free radicals thereby helping in prevention of diseases and promotion of health.

Potassium in saffron is good in controlling heart beat by allowing to slow down thus protect the heart.

The zafraan spice contains many minerals such as copper, potassium, calcium, manganese, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium. Some of these are helpful in controlling blood pressure as well as in the formation of hemoglobin.

Saffron contains bio-chemical compounds such as zea-xanthin and lycopene, all these are acts like as immune modulator and protect the human body from cancer.

The presence of carotenoids is beneficial in boosting the level of immunity and reduces oxidant-induced stress.

Zafraan contains safranal and alfa-crocin, a volatile oil compound, effective in controlling depression and acts like as anticonvulsant. Saffron contains many bio-chemical compounds as antioxidants, which are good in contending of various diseases by controlling free radicals thus promoting the overall well-being of the body.

Saffron has many therapeutic applications and helps in the detoxification of the body. It is also used in body healing, cramps, spasms and spas. Saffron is good for digestion due to presence of multiple medicinal compounds. It stimulates digestion. Due to presence of many macro-micro nutrients, especially potassium and magnesium, it is helpful in the growth of cells and tissues.

Since the ancient times, zafraan is used as pain reliever. Period pain can be eased by taking tea or milk along with saffron. Saffron, mixed with warm water is helpful in curing of cough and cold. Saffron has an appropriate percentage of Vitamin C, that acts like as immunity booster and saves you from various ailments. Since the ancient times, saffron is used on the forehead because of its neurological benefits. It also has a cooling effect on the forehead and does not leave any stains on the body.

Massaging the tooth with saffron and honey helps to relieve pain from gums.

Saffron is used in curing of age related muscular degeneration. Saffron not only reduces the degeneration process but also helps in healing the damaged cells.

The fragrance of saffron has healing properties and can help alleviate mood swings.