Saffron Dosage Guide: Culinary vs. Supplements (What’s Safe & Effective)

Wondering how much saffron to use? Here’s a simple breakdown of safe saffron dosages for cooking and for supplement-style use.

Saffron Dosage Guide

Why Dosage Matters

Saffron is powerful—a little goes a long way. Culinary use requires just a pinch, while clinical trials for mood and sleep often use 28–30 mg/day of standardized extract. Understanding the difference helps you enjoy saffron safely.

Culinary Dosage (Threads)

  • Pinch method: 10–20 threads (≈0.01–0.02 g) per recipe serves 2–4 people.
  • Infuse first: Always bloom saffron in warm water, milk, or broth before adding to dishes.
  • Examples: Rice dishes, teas, desserts, moon milk.

Supplement Dosage (Extracts)

Clinical studies on saffron for sleep, mood, and PMS typically use 28–30 mg/day of standardized extract (equivalent to about 0.5 g of threads in potency). Duration: 4–8 weeks.

Note: Supplements concentrate active compounds and should be used under professional guidance.

Safety & Upper Limits

  • Safe in culinary amounts.
  • High doses ≥5 g/day may be toxic, and ≥20 g may be lethal. Avoid overdosing.
  • Pregnant women should avoid supplement-level doses.

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