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Saffron Affron

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Saffron Affron. Standardized saffron for mood.

How it works. Crocins; serotonergic.

What the research supports. 1 graded claims. Strongest: Reduces anxiety and improves sleep (moderate).

How much to take. Typical dose: 28 mg.

Side effects and interactions. 1 medication interaction listed. No serious side effects listed at normal doses.

Stacking. Pairs well with Magnesium glycinate, L-theanine.

Common forms. Available as Standardized extract capsule, Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin), Powdered whole herb, Traditional decoction or tea.

Key studies. 8 studies cited. The strongest are listed with links to PubMed.

Community. Experiences from people who have tried Saffron Affron. Anecdotes are not medical advice.

Saffron Affron. Standardized saffron for mood.

Key compound: crocinC44H64O24 · 977.0 g/mol

What it is

Standardized saffron for mood.

Food sources

Whole dried plant material (root, leaf, flower, or aerial parts depending on the species)Standardized hydroethanolic or aqueous extract (capsule, tincture, or tea)Powdered traditional preparation used in Ayurvedic, TCM, or Western herbal practice

Goals

Mood & AnxietySleep & Recovery

How it works

Crocins; serotonergic.

Pathways

  • Crocins
  • serotonergic

Effects

  • ↓anxiety and improves sleep decreases

What the research supports

Reduces anxiety and improves sleepmoderate

Strong: consistent results across large trials or meta-analyses. Moderate: several trials, mostly positive. Limited: small or mixed studies. Preclinical: animal or cell research only.

Typical dose
28 mg
TimingConsistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
With foodEither with or without food.
Best formMost evidence is based on the standardized extract capsule form.
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Side effects & interactions

Common side effects

  • GI upset

Medication interactions

Prescription medications (general)minor

Always disclose Saffron Affron use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.

Check any supplement–medication combination with your pharmacist before starting.

Combines with

Pairs well

Common forms

  • Standardized extract capsule
  • Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin)
  • Powdered whole herb
  • Traditional decoction or tea

Key studies

8 studies cited in total.

PubMed: Saffron Affron — Reduces anxiety and improves sleep ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Saffron Affron — randomized controlled trial ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Saffron Affron — meta-analysis ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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