Kesar, why it is Sought After Spice?

Kesar is not only most expensive spice in the world, but very labor-intensive crop.

Kesar is harvested from the Crocus sativus flower. It is believed to have originated in Iran or Greece.

Kesar is cultivated in North India but 90% of it is produced in Iran. In Tamil language, it is called as kunkumappu and in Telugu language Kunkuma.

Saffron is used in cooking as well as an Ayurvedic medicine for several health problems.

Saffron can help improve your sleep quality by increasing non-REM sleep.

Kesar is an aphrodisiac that boosts your sex drive while also improving erectile function and sexual satisfaction.

Kesar can help adults with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) improve their eyesight.

Kesar improves insulin sensitivity which can lower blood sugar levels.

Kesar enhances your complexion by slowing collagen deterioration while protecting the skin from free radicals by using its antioxidants.

Saffron may help combat baldness by promoting hair growth if used topically as a paste.