Kesar (Saffron )

Nutritional Value Of Organic Saffron  

Here is the nutritional value of 100g of kashmiri kesar: 

• Energy: 310 kcal
• Protein: 11.4 g
• Total fat: 5.85 g
• Carbohydrate: 65.4 g
• Fibre: 3.9 g
• Calcium: 111 mg
• Iron: 11.1 mg
• Magnesium: 264 mg
• Phosphorus: 252 mg
• Sodium: 148 mg
• Potassium: 1720 mg
• Vitamin C: 80.8 mg
• Vitamin A: 530 IU

Health Benefits Of Using Original Saffron 

• Rich in antioxidants

Saffron has a large amount of plant compounds that act as antioxidants and protect your cells against free radical damage. Safranal is an antioxidant that gives kashmiri saffron its brilliant colour and may also improve mood and memory.

• May reduce anxiety

Also called the sunshine spice, original saffron is found to be more effective than placebos in dealing with depression and has fewer side effects. [1]

• Helps in weight loss 

Saffron online may help reduce snacking and aid in weight loss by reducing your appetite. It may be theorised that because it elevates your mood, it reduces snacking and cravings.

• May reduce heart disease risks

Some studies indicate that saffron has helped reduce blood cholesterol and reduced the clogging of blood vessels and arteries. [2]

• May lowers cholesterol

It has been found that consuming pure saffron can lead to lower cholesterol levels from various studies [3]. It is also found to lower your blood sugar levels and help increase insulin sensitivity [4].

• Has anti-inflammatory properties

In addition to antioxidant properties, saffron also has anti-inflammatory properties to reduce pain and inflammation.

How to Include Organic Saffron In Your Lifestyle - 

• In hot milk

Organic saffron tastes wonderful along with hot milk in the evening before going to bed. You can add saffron strands to milk while boiling it so all the flavour can seep into the milk!

• In desserts

You can crush the saffron online and add it to various Indian sweets such as sheera, kheer and others.

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FAQ -

1. What are the major benefits of eating organic saffron?

You can buy saffron online and add it to your daily diet to help obtain benefits like reducing cholesterol, reducing free radical damage and oxidative stress, improving your mood, reducing blood sugar and more.

1. Is it safe to eat saffron daily?

Yes, you can eat saffron daily thanks to its multiple benefits.

1. How much quantity can I eat saffron in one day?

You can eat 1.5 g of kashmiri saffron per day.

1. Can I use saffron strands in my skincare for soft & glowing skin?

Yes, you can add saffron to your weekly face masks made at home with yoghurt and honey to make use of its antioxidant properties.

1. Why Kashmiri saffron is expensive?

The reason for the kesar price being so high is the high amount of labour that goes into harvesting it.

1. Where can I get the pure & organic saffron online?

You can get pure saffron online only at I Say Organic.

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