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Saffron A Potential GameChanger for ADHD
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In recent years, studies have emerged investigating whether saffron may provide benefits for individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD.The exact causes of ADHD are unknown, but it is believed to involve genetic and environmental factors that impact the development and function of certain brain regions and neurotransmitter systems. • Some key neurotransmitters implicated in ADHD include dopamine and norepinephrine. Dopamine is involved in motivation and reward pathways in the brain, while norepinephrine plays a role in arousal, attention, and impulse control. Individuals with ADHD tend to have lower levels of these neurotransmitters in areas of the prefrontal cortex, which is the brain region important for regulating attention, planning, inhibition, and other executive functions.Saffron contains several active compounds believed to impact brain chemistry and function, including crocins, safranal, and picrocrocin. Various studies in animals and humans have found that saffron may increase levels of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine in parts of the brain. Serotonin is another key neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood, appetite, sleep, and cognitive processes like learning and memory. • Preliminary clinical research has explored using saffron as an alternative or adjunct treatment for ADHD. In a small double-blind, placebo-controlled study, boys ages 7-12 with ADHD were given saffron capsules or placebo for 4 weeks. Saffron significantly reduced symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity based on parent and teacher rating scales compared to placebo. No serious side effects from saffron were reported. • Another study looked at the effects of saffron versus methylphenidate (Ritalin) in 60 children ages 6-12 with ADHD. After a month, both treatments led to reductions in symptoms, but saffron appeared to cause fewer and less severe side effects. A review published in 2017 concluded based on available evidence that saffron may be a safe and potentially effective option for managing ADHD symptoms, especially in mild to moderate cases. • The exact mechanisms by which saffron could benefit ADHD are still under investigation but may involve its impacts on brain chemistry. By stimulating serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, saffron ingestion could help correct neurotransmitter imbalances seen in ADHD. These neurons then have better regulation over impulse control, attention, motivation, and arousal - core domains impacted in the disorder. • More research is still needed, but emerging evidence suggests saffron may offer a natural herbal alternative or addition to traditional ADHD medications like stimulants. As a spice, it also lacks the potential side effects and safety concerns of pharmaceutical options. Of course, saffron should always be discussed with a medical doctor before using as a treatment. But preliminary studies have found promise in using this colorful ancient spice as an approach for managing ADHD symptoms. • The Effects of Crocus sativus (Saffron) on ADHD: A Systematic Review • https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1....
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