affron® is an extract of premium saffron (Spanish variety of Crocus sativus L.) grown in Spain.

It helps to induce a state of relaxation, relieve anxiety and stress, reduce tension by promoting mental and physical well-being.

affron® is the most featured saffron extract in publications worldwide reaching a potential audience of 6 million people.

Its effectiveness has been demonstrated by 8 clinical studies.

affron® was recognized as Ingredient of the Year in the Cognitive Function category at the 2020 NutraIngredients USA Awards.

Benefits

Scientific results

+ Promotes a state of relaxation and mental and physical well-being¹

+ Promotes a good mood¹, by reducing certain daily mood disorders (such as feelings of irritability, nervousness, fatigue or dejection)

+ Improves sleep² in 28 days:

quality of sleep (after 7 days)
reduction in the number of awakenings after the onset of sleep
increased alertness on waking

+ Improves mood in postmenopausal women with no estrogenic effect after 12 weeks² :

33% reduction in anxiety symptoms
32% reduction in symptoms of depression

¹ Kell G., et al. Complement Ther Med. 2017 Aug; 33:58-64 - randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study (N=128) affron® intake of 28mg/day for 4 weeks;
² Lopresti AL, et al. Journal of Menopausal Medicine. 2021;27:1-13 - a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study (N=128) affron® intake of 28mg/day for 12 weeks