Introduction of Saffron

What is Saffron?

The state of Kashmir in India is famous all over the world. Saffron (Kumkum) is produced in large quantities in Kashmir, India. It is considered one of the most expensive spices. The colour of this spice is saffron and it has a very nice fragrance. In India, saffron is added to milk, kheer, mawa etc. for taste and colour as well as for health benefits. But do you know that it has some medicinal properties too, with the help of which you can increase the chances of being healthy in your life?

Today we will discuss about Kumkum in detail. We will know in which diseases Kumkum is useful? How should it be used in which disease? What should be its quantity etc.

Types of Saffron

There are mainly three types of saffron

• Kashmiri Saffron- This saffron is considered to be of the highest quality and is mainly produced in Kashmir. It smells like lotus flowers.
• Balhikaj Saffron and Parsikaj Paras Saffron – Both these types of saffron are considered to be of lower quality than Kashmiri saffron.

Morphology of Saffron

• Its plant is small in size. It has a long life. Below its root, tubercles like those of a bulb are visible. Its leaves are like grass which appear long and thin. The colour of the flowers can be blue, purple, red, orange etc. The dried front part of the pistil of these flowers is called saffron.

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Benefits of Saffron

Consumption of saffron is beneficial in cancer problem (Saffron for cancer)

• Due to the polluted environment of today, cancer has become a common problem. Due to this, many people lose their lives every year. In such a situation, if saffron is consumed regularly, then the outbreak of cancer can be avoided. Mainly it protects against prostate cancer and skin cancer.

Beneficial in the problem of insomnia (Saffron for insomnia)

• If you are having insomnia due to irregularity in your daily routine or due to any other reason, then add some amount of saffron in milk and drink it. This will give peace to your mind and you will get good sleep. Along with this, it can also be used to mitigate brain related problems like depression, Alzheimer's etc.

Make the digestive system healthy (Saffron for good digestion)

• भोजन को सुचारू रूप से बचाने के लिए पाचन तंत्र का स्वस्थ होना बहुत जरूरी होता है| पाचन तंत्र को दुरुस्त रखने में कुंकुम आपकी काफी हद तक सहायता कर सकता है| यदि आप कुंकुम से बने काढ़े का 10 से 15 ml  तक की मात्रा में सेवन करते हैं तो इससे आपके पाचन तंत्र में सुधार होता है तथा भोजन का पाचन अच्छी तरह से हो पाता है|

Increases eyesight (Kesar for eye sight)

• कुंकुम में ऐसे कई पोषक तत्व पाए जाते हैं जो आपकी आंखों की रोशनी को बढ़ाने में सहायता कर सकते हैं| यदि आप नियमित रूप से कुंकुम का सेवन करते हैं तो आपकी आंखों की रोशनी कमजोर नहीं होगी तथा  कमजोर आंखों की रोशनी में सुधार होगा|

Beneficial for bones (Saffron for bones)

• Sometimes the pain related to bones becomes so severe that it becomes difficult for people to even walk. In such a situation, if a paste made of saffron leaves is applied on the joints, then the problem of joint pain can be relieved.

Saffron beneficial in pregnancy

• A pregnant woman needs the nutrients found in saffron. If a few strands of saffron are added to a glass of milk and consumed every night, it helps in keeping both the mother and the unborn child healthy.

Saffron for menstrual problems

• Consuming kumkum can prove to be very beneficial for you in case of irregular menstruation or pain during menstruation. For this, put kumkum in a proper amount in a glass of lukewarm water. Now after stirring it for some time, drink it, this will give you a lot of relief from pain.

Kesar for swelling

• Saffron has a good amount of anti-inflammatory properties due to which it is helpful in reducing inflammation. If you also want to get rid of inflammation then you can consume saffron.

Saffron for bright skin

• यदि चंदन और कुंकुम से बने हुए पेस्ट को चेहरे पर लगाकर 20 मिनट बाद गुनगुने पानी से धोएं तो इससे चेहरे में चमक बनी रहती है तथा त्वचा का रंग निखरता है

Beneficial in cold and cough (Kesar for cold and cough)

• Consuming saffron proves to be very beneficial in the cold and cough that occurs in winters. If saffron is added to milk and mixed with honey and consumed, then the problem of cold and cough can be easily cured. Due to the hot nature of saffron, it helps in expelling phlegm easily.

Saffron for dandruff

• Many times, even the use of different shampoos and oils is not able to remove the dandruff present in our hair. In such a case, if you cook black pepper and saffron in equal quantities in oil and apply that oil on the hair, then dandruff can be removed.

Saffron for wound

• If a paste of saffron leaves is applied on the wound, then the wound gets cleaned and heals quickly. If your wound is not healing for a long time, then you can adopt this remedy.

Eliminate urinary problems (Saffron for urinary disease)

• In case of urinary infection or urinary problems, saffron decoction should be mixed with salt and consumed. This can provide relief from urinary problems quickly.

Eliminate cholera

• To cure cholera, mix a few drops of lemon juice in the kaiser. When it is mixed well, consuming it can cure cholera and other related problems.

Saffron for liver

• If saffron is mixed in 10ml juice of bitter gourd and consumed, it provides benefits to the liver and also relieves digestive problems.

For headache (Kesar for head ache)

• In case of headache, ghee prepared with saffron should be put in the nose. You can put two to three drops of it in the nose, doing this gives relief from headache.

Beneficial for men

• Saffron is also very helpful in treating semen related problems in men like premature ejaculation, seminal loss, etc. If you use saffron for these problems, you can get rid of them.

Important Parts of Saffron

• Saffron

Dosage of Saffron

• 1/2 to 1 gram or as per doctor's prescription

Precautions

• You must consult your doctor before using saffron.
• Before taking it, your doctor should have complete information about your medical history.

Medicines Manufactured from Saffron

• Kumkumadi Ghrita
• Kumkumadi Oil