Saffron is used to add golden color and earthy flavor to rice and paella dishes and baked goods served around the world. But many saffron-lovers may not know the ancient spice also has qualities that could greatly bolster your health.
The spice is packed with immunity-boosting vitamin C and the nervous system-regulating mineral manganese. It has antioxidants that fight cancer, and several studies have shown saffron could be effective at battling premenstrual syndrome-related depression in women.
