Three unique molecules make up the stigmas of saffron
Even if the chemistry of saffron is complex with more than a hundred of compounds, 3 molecules are to be remembered and which influence our health.
It is the only plant species listed that contains three very powerful molecules, the first one, crocin, the second one, crocetin and finally safranal!
Crocetin and crocin are two pigments known to have antioxidant and antidepressant powers. Safranal is a volatile compound with anti-pain and anti-inflammatory properties.