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01 / Ingredient context

Read the ingredient.
Check the preparation.

Crocus sativus L. is the ingredient identity used in this record. Product pages disclose where it appears in the formulas.

02 / Sources & limits

What is linked

1 source record in the archive. Check each source's preparation, dose, population and limits.

What this does not prove

Ingredient references do not establish the same effect in a finished formula or for an individual. These are not presented as trials of ZeedDrops products.

  1. 01
    A double-blind, randomized and placebo-controlled trial of Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) in the treatment of anxiety and depression ›

    Mazidi, M., Shemshian, M., Mousavi, S. H., Norouzy, A. / 2016 / Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine

    Source listed / DOI linked

03 / Composition

The technical layer,
when you want it.

Compound identity describes composition, not a promised effect of the finished product.

01Crocin

Molecular formula: C44H64O24

Role described in the ingredient record: Serotonergic modulation. This does not establish an effect at a formula's serving.

02Safranal

Molecular formula: C10H14O

Role described in the ingredient record: Relaxation & aroma. This does not establish an effect at a formula's serving.

03Crocetin

Molecular formula: Not listed

Role described in the ingredient record: Antioxidant carotenoid. This does not establish an effect at a formula's serving.

04Picrocrocin

Molecular formula: Not listed

Role described in the ingredient record: Bitter glycoside, safranal precursor. This does not establish an effect at a formula's serving.

04 / Before choosing

Cautions stay visible.

Saffron is used at standardized extract doses; very large quantities are not consumed as food.

This dossier does not establish the amount in a finished formula. Confirm the current pack directions and quantities before use; do not translate a study dose into a serving.

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