rct
2017
The effects of an oral saffron extract on psychological well-being in healthy adults with low mood: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
Kell G, Rao A, Beccaria G, Clayton P, Inarejos-Garcia AM, Prodanov M
Published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine
Key Findings
A standardised saffron extract improved mood and reduced stress and anxiety scores in healthy adults with low mood over four weeks.
Conclusions
Mood benefits may extend to subclinical low mood.
Limitations
Short duration; industry supplied extract; subjective endpoints.
Supplements Studied
Saffron
Herb
A standardised saffron extract improved mood and reduced stress and anxiety scores in healthy adults with low mood over four weeks.
Outcomes Measured
A standardised saffron extract improved mood and reduced stress and anxiety scores in adults with low mood.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2017
Sample Size:128
Duration:4 weeks
Quality Score:6/10
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