Zafran
· Common Name: Zafran (Irani)
· English Name: Saffron (Irani)
· Urdu Name: زعفران
· Scientific Name: Crocus sativus
· Halal
· Vegetarian
Description
Zafran has a vibrant color, strong fragrance, and complex flavor. These precious crimson threads are the hand-picked stigmas of the crocus flower. It is full of unique compounds and vital micronutrients. It is very well used in warm milk or water, to add to biryanis, desserts, and drinks. Each thread promises a supreme sensory experience. It offers numerous health benefits, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, potential mood enhancement, and improved digestion. It is also used in cosmetics and as a natural dye. It is used to treat headaches, migraines, toothaches, period pain, and musculoskeletal pain. It is noted for its potential neurological benefits. It has potential anticancer and anti-diabetic properties as well.
Healthy Daily Serving Size
A few threads (10 milligrams) daily.
Key Nutrients in 10 Milligrams of Zafran
The exact content can vary based on variety, growing conditions, and process methodology. The overall amount is as follows.
· Crocin: 0.8 milligram.
· Crocetin: 1.08 milligram.
· Safranal: 0.01 milligram.
· Picrocrocin: 0.1 milligram.
· Carbohydrates: 6.3 milligrams.
· Proteins and Amino Acids: 1.2 milligrams.
· Fats: 0.5 milligram.
· Vitamin A: 0.0027 micrograms.
· Vitamin B1: 0.012 micrograms.
· Vitamin B2: 0.027 micrograms.
· Vitamin B3:0.146 micrograms.
· Vitamin B6: 0.00101 micrograms.
· Vitamin B9:0.0093 micrograms.
· Vitamin C: 8.08 micrograms.
· Potassium: 172 micrograms.
· Magnesium: 26 micrograms.
· Phosphorus: 25 micrograms.
· Sodium: 14.8 micrograms.
· Iron: 1.11 micrograms.
· Calcium: 11 micrograms.
· Zinc: 109 micrograms.
· Copper: 0.033 micrograms.
· Manganese: 2.84 micrograms.
· Selenium: 5.6 micrograms.
