Study of Structural and Therapeutic Potential: A Thorough Examination of the Composition and Medicinal Value of Saffron (Crocus-sativus)

Javaid Ahmad Wani

Study of Structural and Therapeutic Potential: A Thorough Examination of the Composition and Medicinal Value of Saffron (Crocus-sativus)

Author(s)	Javaid Ahmad Wani
Country	India
Abstract	Saffron (Crocus sativus), renowned across cultures for its culinary and potential therapeutic qualities, is the focus of this research. The paper delves into saffron's structure and its implications for human health. Sourced from saffron crocus's delicate stigmas, it boasts vivid color, distinct aroma, and unique taste. Beyond cuisine, its historical medicinal use drives modern scientific interest. The study navigates saffron's constituents, namely crocin, picrocrocin, and safranal, which create color, bitterness, and aroma respectively, influencing both sensory appeal and potential therapeutic applications. The research utilizes existing literature to unveil saffron's intricate bioactive compounds and their significance for human well-being. By analyzing saffron's composition, the study identifies constituents like crocin, picrocrocin, and safranal, shaping its allure and therapeutic potential. The exploration extends to saffron's medicinal value, examining its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties relevant to conditions like mood disorders, cognitive decline, and neurodegeneration. The study also probes the molecular mechanisms underlying saffron's healing reputation, elucidating how its compounds impact oxidative stress, inflammation, and neurological factors. Overall, this research unveils saffron's structural essence and its influence on human health. By merging existing knowledge with meticulous analysis, the study highlights the complex interplay of saffron's components and their potential for culinary delight and human well-being.
Keywords	Saffron (Crocus-sativus), Culinary and therapeutic, Structural composition, Bioactive compounds, Human health implications, Sensory allure and therapeutic potential
Field	Biology > Agriculture / Botany
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 3, May-June 2023
Published On	2023-05-10
Cite This	Study of Structural and Therapeutic Potential: A Thorough Examination of the Composition and Medicinal Value of Saffron (Crocus-sativus) - Javaid Ahmad Wani - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 3, May-June 2023.

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