Could saffron be an effective supplement for helping manage COVID-19?
Could saffron be an effective supplement for helping manage COVID-19? A new study has explored the potential use of saffron ( Crocus sativus L.) as a supplement for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the causative agent of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). With the increase of mutations in SARS-CoV-2, as well as the mass demand for effective, affordable and safe vaccines rising with each challenge attached to this virus, the exploration of additional medicinal and therapeutic options has been encouraged. Significance of saffron Saffron has been historically used ...