The effects of a saffron extract (Affron®) on mood, sleep, self-esteem, and exploratory measures of physical appearance in women aged 50 to 70 years experiencin... (opens in new tab)

BackgroundDepression is commonly accompanied by sleep disturbances and low self-esteem. Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) has demonstrated antidepressant and sleep-enhancing effects in previous clinical trials; however, its efficacy in women experiencing both low mood and poor sleep has not been specifically examined. Furthermore, the effects of saffron on self-esteem and skin health remain largely unexplored.ObjectiveTo examine the effects of supplementation with a saffron extract (Affron®) on moo...