Metabolic syndrome is the dangerous constellation of any three of abdominal obesity, elevated triglycerides, low HDL-cholesterol, high blood pressure and elevated blood sugar. This meta-analysis looked at the effect of saffron on people with metabolic syndrome.
Saffron was significantly better than placebo for HbA1c and systolic blood pressure. HbA1c is the most important marker of long term blood sugar and diabetes control.
This study adds to the evidence that saffron benefits diabetes and heart health.
Nutr Metab (Lond). 2024;21:28.
