Healthytalk8 Saffron (Golden Spice)
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Saffron has phenomenal health benefits and some cons and it will also read why Kesar is the most expensive in the world.
Kesar also known as a golden spice is the most expensive in the world but what else makes it so expensive, and how expensive it is?
This is so costly you can estimate the price of this with the idea that about 10 grams of Kesar grow in 3000 flowers. and (10 grams) of saffron costs around 2500 rupees – 34 US $
The stigma of this plant is dried and processed into the most valuable spice in the world.
The Kesar is grown in a cold region and saffron is cultivated in India from November month to February month and only three saffron grows in a single flower, hence it is also very expensive.
Note: Just three saffron grows in a single flower, in addition, its underside (which is yellow in colour) is used in paan and betel nut.
Kesar’s flower seed looks like an onion seed. in fact, the plant Kesar can grow saffron for about 10 years.
It first originated in Greece where it was so famous for its medical properties. people used Kesar to boost immunity and improve memory.
So, today we read about its phenomenal health benefits. here are 6 healthy benefits of Kesar.
Healthy Benefits of Saffron
Boost Immunity
Kesar contains vitamin C or ascorbic acid, which is so vital for human health.
It stimulates the immune system’s production of white blood cells (the body’s first line of defence against illness)
Also, vitamin C is crucial to the production of collagen which is necessary for cellular production in the body and offers wound healing muscle growth, blood vessel repair, and tissue production.
Loaded with Powerful Antioxidants
Its unique organic composition of Kesar makes it a powerful addition to your diet.
Antioxidant property in it protect our cells against free radicals and oxidative stress.
Research has shown that Kesar (saffron) helps improve our memory, mood, and ability to learn. at the same time, it protects our brain cells from oxidative stress.
Kaempferol is a type of flavonoid that is found in the Kesar flower it is associated with considerable health benefits such as:
- Reducing inflammation
- anticancer properties
Kesar contains 100 + unpredictable compounds including crocin, safranal, carotenoids, and antioxidants.
Protect Against Viral Fever
Saffron is a wonderful way to avoid viral fever, cold, and allergies during the change of the monsoon, just mixed a pinch of Kesar with warm milk.
At the same time, the consumption of saffron milk is also helpful in healing internal injuries rapidly.
Good for Pregnant Women
Consumption of Kesar during pregnancy serves the mood swings of women. at the same time, increases blood flow in the brain.
Reducing nausea & vomiting during pregnancy.
During pregnancy, appetite is increased which means fatty intake is also increased, and saffron intake reduces your non-healthy Castrol.
Kesar contains a compound called potassium and crocetin, due to which bp is under control. and even blood flow also remains under control due to saffron.
Cramps are common in pregnancy if you are consuming saffron, then it contains antioxidants and potassium.
Because of this back pain, and leg cramps are greatly reduced.
Easy to Add to the Diet
A small amount of saffron is very tasty and beneficial with food and can be mixed with other delicious dishes such as brown rice, warm milk, etc.
Kesar is available in most speciality markets.
You can also take it in powder or pill form. but even today people prefer to buy it only in dry form because it becomes very easy to adulterate it in powder or pill form.
Risk & Side Effects of Saffron
Consumption of saffron is generally considered very beneficial, but its risk is increased when it is used more than its requirement.
This is used to enhance the taste and good aroma of your food. at the same time, these are also good for our mental and physical health.
If 1 to 1.5 grams of saffron is consumed 3 times a week then it is considered safe.
Eating too much can increase internal warmth in the body, which can cause problems like blood from the nose, and stomach pain.
Consumption of Kesar is considered very beneficial during Pregnancy.
If it is used in good quantity then excessive consumption of Kesar can be risky for both the baby and the mother.
Consumption of Kesar can also cause an allergic reaction in some people. if you experience such symptoms, see a doctor immediately.
Why Saffron is so Expensive?
Like we read earlier that Kesar also known as a golden spice is a very expensive spice but why?
So below are some reasons why saffron sells so expensive:
- Just 3 saffron grows in a single flower.
- And about 10 grams of saffron grows out of 3000 flowers.
- Saffron cannot be cultivated everywhere because this plant only grows in cold areas like In India (Kashmir), Iran, and Spain.
- The price of 1 kg saffron is around 2.5 lakh rupees.
That is why saffron is so expensive.
How to know that Kesar is Real & Fake?
Kesar has two main identities if you want to know whether the Kesar sold in the market is real or fake, then know the main two things:
- This is not sweet to eat and should have a slight bitterness. that is the real saffron.
- If you use this in food, then these should not be dissolved. if it dissolved in the food, then that saffron is definitely fake.
Down Line
Kesar is really so costly you can estimate the price of saffron with the idea that about 10 grams of saffron grow in 3000 flowers.
Kesar contains a compound called potassium and crocetin, due to which bp is under control. and even blood flow also remains under control due to saffron.
Eating too much can increase internal warmth in the body, which can cause problems like blood from the nose, and stomach pain.
