Avicenna saw in saffron a means of opening blockages, prescribed to drink it to improve the complexion and lubricate the eyes with it to prevent inflammatory eye diseases, and also take it as a remedy for sadness and to arouse love passion. It is a good anti-inflammatory agent - they are treated with tumor-like formations and even areas of erysipelas. Saffron reduces appetite, but at the same time improves the functioning of the stomach, therefore, it can be taken for weight loss.
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