Friday, September 8, 2017

12 Benefits of Saffron during Pregnancy


Saffron can be found very useful during pregnancy if it’s taken in a moderate quantity. Let’s walk through in detail:
1.      Busts mood swings: Hormonal factors influence a lot during pregnancy which makes you cranky and inactive. A few strands of saffron in milk would boost your blood flow and stimulate your brains which will definitely raise your spirit. Next time you experience jittery about your body image, grab a mouthful of saffron-dashed snack.

2.      Reducing blood pressure: Just adding 2 or 3 strands of saffron in milk during pregnancy would help in reducing the blood pressure in pregnant women. It helps in relaxing the muscles and acts as a uterine stimulant.

3.      Helps in digestion: Gastric issues, constipation and bloating are the common issues during pregnancy period. Regular intake of saffron will stimulate smooth blood flow to the digestive system and increases metabolism.

4.      Fight against morning sickness: This priceless spice helps to fight against nausea and dizziness. Try sipping a refreshing saffron tea to a cup of hot coffee.

5.      Acts as pain reliever: This pure and natural product – ‘saffron’ acts a pain reliever to those who are suffering from muscular and joint pains especially during pregnancy time. It has anti-spasmodic properties that helps in de-stressing the muscles and relieves joint/stomach pain.

6.      Shoot-out anemia: Most women are prone to anemia. This amazing spice is enriched with iron and other essential nutrients required for the formation of red blood cells. Regular consumption of saffron will raise your haemoglobin level.

7.      Stay away from heart – related problems: During pregnancy time, most women have cravings for junk foods and ultimately they are at the risk of fats being stored in their arteries. Saffron protects your heart from keeping the arteries free from fat deposits.

8.      Encourages healthy sleep: Try having a cup of warm saffron milk or tea before your sleep. Because, saffron stimulates the hormones and earns you a sound sleep.

9.      Relieves sore gums: Here is a tip to overcome bleeding gums. Take a few saffron strands, grind it well and apply on your gums which will relieve your pain while brushing your teeth.

10.  Free from allergies: Allergies affect most of the pregnant women to a greater extent. In order to get rid of allergic problems, try applying the paste of sandalwood and saffron on your body. A cup of warm saffron milk will relieve you from cough and congestion issues.

11.  Improves hair growth: Hair fall is another problem faced by most of the pregnant mothers. Add a pinch of saffron to milk and apply it on the head to support the hair growth.


12.  Beat the dark circles: Saffron contains a lightening property that can help you to lighten your dark circles. Soak a few saffron threads in 4 tablespoons of warm milk. Leave it to soak for two hours. Apply the mixture using cotton around your eyes and leave it on for an hour. Wash it away using rose water.

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