November 3, 2007

Saffron Update - Crocin

    A new study on the aphrodisiac properties of saffron indicates that the chemical crocin is responsible for the libido-boosting power of this spice.



    Previous research showed that saffron could increase sexual behaviors in lab studies, although the exact chemical responsible was not known (and safranal was suspected). This study provides good evidence that the yellow carotenoid pigment crocin is the enhancing substance.

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