Saffron is obtained from the dried red stigmas of Crocus sativus L., an autumnal herbaceous
flowering plant belonging to the Iridaceae family. It is largely cultivated in Iran, India …

Crocus species are mainly distributed in North Africa, Southern and Central Europe, and
Western Asia, used in gardens and parks as ornamental plants, while Crocus sativus …

There is a growing body of scientific research showing the link between depression and
dementia in Alzheimer's disease (AD). The chronic stress contributes to the formation of …

Background—Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a multifactorial, progressive, neurodegenerative
disease that is characterized by memory loss, personality changes, and a decline in …

Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) is a medicinal plant, originally cultivated in the East and Middle
East, and later in some Mediterranean countries. Saffron is obtained from the stigmas of the …

The amyloid β peptide (Aβ) is a critical initiator that triggers the progression of Alzheimer's
Disease (AD) via accumulation and aggregation, of which the process may be caused by Aβ …

Since ancient times, saffron, the dried stigma of the plant Crocus sativus L. has been
extensively used as a spice and food colorant; in folk medicine it has been reputed to be …

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a severe, chronic and progressive neurodegenerative disease
associated with memory and cognition impairment ultimately leading to death. It is the …

The Aromatic and Medicinal Plants sector has undergone a remarkable evolution, especially
during the last decade. The global market is moving more and more towards products of …

Ethnopharmacological relevance Saffron, the dried red stigma of the perennial herb Crocus
sativus L.(Iridaceae), is one of the most important and expensive spices in the world. It is …