Saffron
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Saffron
Crocus sativus
Flower stamen
Used to reduce anxiety (anxiolytic) and depression
Used in the treatment of anxiety; clinical research shows mitigation of moderate anxiety. Also used in the treatment of depression, and shown benefit in clinical research. May modulate brain serotonin by inhibiting serotonin reuptake, and altering dopamine and norepinephrine.