More About Our Saffron Absolute
Size: 1.5 ml amber glass vial
Source: India
Production method: Saffron absolute is a solvent extraction of the flower stigmas, prepared with alcohol and diluted to 20% with filtered coconut oil.
Botanical name: Crocus sativa
Note: Saffron absolute is made by collecting the stigmas of the crocus flower. The work is very labor-intensive and yields only a small amount of oil, making it one of the highest priced natural substances on Earth.
Homeopathic Properties of Saffron
- Analgesic
- Anti-allergenic
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-convulsant
- Anti-depressant
- Anti-flatulent
- Anti-infectious
- Anti-oxidant
- Anti-sclerotic
- Anti-tussive
- Aphrodisiac–sexual tonic
- Athletic performance enhancer
- Balancer–hormones, menstrual cycle
- Cardio-tonic
- Digestive
- Regenerative–skin
- Relaxant–induces sleep
- Sudorific
- Tonic–male reproductive system, male and female fertility, memory and brain function enhancer
Uses
Internal–Absolutes can retain traces of solvent, and should not be used internally.
External–topical application, aromatic pulse points & energy centers
Observations and Anecdotal Information
Some of the healing properties attributed to saffron are discussed here. Though the absolute technically is made of the same substance, it is alcohol extracted and should not be used for any internal purposes.
Saffron’s healing properties include use as a treatment for asthma, coughing, and relieving congestion. It is also commonly used for insomnia and difficulty sleeping.
It can help reduce and prevent arteriosclerosis (hardening of arteries). It is also used to stop spitting up blood, and other forms of internal bleeding including uterine bleeding.
It reduces the symptoms of PMS, fertility issues, premature ejaculation, and is sometimes used as an aphrodisiac.
It has been used to prevent or reverse baldness. It is powerful for reliving depression.
It was recommended by Edgar Cayce for healing psoriasis.
Saffron CO2 extract may help improve symptoms of Alzheimers.
It is a remedy for cancer recovery support, and has been documented effective with colorectal cancer and pancreatic cancer. It inhibits the growth of tumors in the laboratory, and has been shown to restrict the growth of soft tissue sarcomas.
It eases withdrawal from opiate addiction, and may be helpful for withdrawal from other addictive substances.
It is also helpful for cardiac hypertrophy (a thickening of the heart muscle), which results in a reduction in size of the heart’s chamber, increasing blood pressure. It may be helpful for other forms of high blood pressure as well.
Cautions
- Absolutes should not be used internally
- Keep all essential oils away from eyes.
- Store in a safe place, out of the reach of children.
None of our products are recognized or approved by the FDA. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. This information is anecdotal, and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not meant to be taken as medical advice. See a health care professional for medical advice.
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