According to recent studies, saffron can be as effective as some medications to treat depression. It contains B vitamins and flavonoids, which may be behind its mood-boosting powers, although researchers aren’t quite sure. So to lighten a heavy heart, try some saffron tea. Here’s how to make it…
All you need is one-half teaspoon of saffron threads that you would use for cooking. Steep in just-boiled water for 10 minutes, and add honey and/or cinnamon to taste. Or, if you don’t want to pay the high price of high-quality saffron, you can purchase saffron tea bags at your local health-food store or online at Amazon.com…or, if it’s OK with your doctor, you can take saffron extract supplements, also available at health-food stores or online.
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