Saffron

Saffron is used as ingredient in several types of medicines for different conditions.

• It is used as an expectorant to loosen phlegm. It is also an ingredient of Asthma, cough, whooping cough medicines. Helps to reduce insomnia and reduces sleep problems.
•  Reduces intestinal gas. This is the reason in many dishes we add saffron.  It also reduces heart burn and improves digestion process. It relaxes digestive muscles and reduces spasms.
•   It enhances metabolism and appetite. It is an immune booster and brings energy.

There are many more benefits of saffron…continue reading. (There are few side effects of saffron- like low BP, dry mouth, dizziness and not recommended in early pregnancy)