BIOACTIVE PROPERTIES AND HEALING POTENTIAL OF SAFFRON (CROCUS SATIVUS) STIGMA CAROTENOIDS: AN INVESTIGATION INTO THEIR THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS
Keywords:
pleurisy, saffron, sugar content, crocin, crocetin, safranal, zeaxanthin.Abstract
Saffron (Crocus sativus) stigma is renowned for its vibrant color and unique phytochemicals, particularly carotenoids such as crocin, crocetin, and safranal. This study explores the chemical composition, extraction techniques, and biological activities of saffron stigma carotenoids, emphasizing their potential healing properties. Using solvent extraction, chromatography, and bioassays, we identified key bioactive compounds and evaluated their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing effects. Our findings suggest that saffron carotenoids exhibit significant therapeutic potential, supporting their traditional use in medicine and paving the way for novel pharmaceutical applications.
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