Absorption
✦Standardized extracts (typically 30 mg/day) are used in most clinical trials. Take with food. Divide into two doses (morning and evening). Avoid doses above 200 mg/day.
Daily Dose
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Common dose: 30 mg/day standardized stigma extract
RDA: No established RDA
Upper limit: 200 mg/day (higher doses may be toxic)
Best form: Standardized extract (2% crocin or safranal)
Timing: Divided into two doses, morning and evening
Most clinical trials used 30 mg/day for 6-12 weeks.
Effects
Food Sources
- Saffron threads (stigmas)Culinary use ~0.5-1g per dish (sub-therapeutic)
- Saffron tea~5-10 mg crocin per cup