Organic Greek Golden Saffron Spice
This exquisite Saffron is considered the "Gold" of Greece. The filaments or threads are actually the dried stigmas of the Saffron flower, "crocus sativus linneaus". Each flower has only three stigmas, which are delicately picked by hand. The Greek locals are so dedicated to this precious harvesting, that they named their village after the flower, Krocus. More than 75,000 of these flowers are needed to produce just one pound of Saffron filaments, therefore making it the world's most precious and expensive spice. Saffron spice is said to have originated in Greece and was very popular in ancient civilization for it's bright golden-orange color, it's intense aroma and flavor, as well as it's therapeutic and aphrodisiac qualities.
Cronin, the active compound in Saffron, has amazingly potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities.UV radiation promotes the production of free radicals, causing oxidative stress. This damages skin cells and accelerates skin aging.
Antioxidants such as Cronin, in the Saffron thread, are molecules that reduce oxidative stress by neutralizing free radicals, therefore protecting against UV rays, which are responsible for premature aging. Saffron's active compounds, can alleviate skin inflammations and promote cell multiplication, as well as decrease melanin which causes hyperpigmentation. The Saffron compounds work by suppressing the tyrosinase, an enzyme that's essential for melanin production.
The exquisite Saffron is considered the "Gold" of Greece. The filaments or threads are actually the dried stigmas of the Saffron flower, "crocus sativus linneaus". Each flower has only three stigmas, which are delicately picked by hand. The Greek locals are so dedicated to this precious harvesting, that they named their village after the flower, Krocus. More than 75,000 of these flowers are needed to produce just one pound of Saffron filaments, therefore making it the world's most precious and expensive spice. Saffron spice is said to have originated in Greece and was very popular in ancient civilization for it's bright golden-orange color, it's intense aroma and flavor, as well as it's therapeutic and aphrodisiac qualities.