TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Saffron

TCM Nature: Cold

TCM Meridian Affinity: Heart, Liver

Benefits:

·      Invigorates Blood

·      Removes Stagnation

·      Opens the Channels

·      Relieves Toxicity

·      Uplifts mood

·      Eases emotions after shock

·      Eases asthma, coughs

·      Clears acne

·     Eases premenstrual syndrome

Spirituality:

Ancient Egyptians and Greeks used saffron in scented waters, perfumes and potpourris used at court.  They also used it as divine offerings and as a medicine.

Wild-growing saffron was used by the Summerians in their remedies and magical potions.

Perisans wove saffron into textiles that were ritually offered to their gods.  They used saffron in dyes, perfumes, medicines and body washes.  Threads of saffron would be tossed over a bed and mixed into hot teas as a cure for depression or melancholy.  

Saffron is also known as the herb of the sun, or lion herb, as it was so useful for strengthening the heart.

Further reading:

• Everything you need to know about Acupuncture

• Bird’s Nest - Skincare vs Edible

• Supermarket Herbs - Ashwagandha

• Supermarket Herbs - Orange

• Supermarket Herbs - Cinnamon

• Supermarket Herbs - Sweet Potato

• TCM Wellness Women’s Health

• TCM Wellness Nervous System Disorders Management

• TCM Wellness Digestive Health

• Acupuncture Slimming

• TCM Pain Management

• Adrenal Fatigue

• Women’s Health: Menstrual Cycle and Intuitive Wisdom

Read more about TCM Herbal Medicine Prescription on my TCM Wellness page.