Why This MD Recommends Saffron Lemonade For Stress Relief + How To Make It

Keeping stress in check is a fundamental pillar of overall wellness, so we at mbg are always looking for creative ways to stay calm. Certain herbs and spices are known for their de-stressing benefits, but one you may not have considered is saffron. Here's why emergency and integrative medicine physician Eudene Harry, M.D., recommends saffron for stress management—plus her favorite refreshing way to sip it.

Saffron is a spice that comes from a flower commonly known as saffron crocus (aka Crocus sativus). It's historically been used for a number of purposes, from aiding digestion to combating free radicals, caring for the skin, and protecting your precious eyes and vision1—and Harry calls attention to its nerve-busting benefits, too.

Along with other plants like ashwagandha and curcumin, saffron is a botanical that packs a pleasantly calming punch.* All that to say, it's no wonder Harry likes to turn saffron into a refreshing, soothing beverage—aptly named saffron lemonade. Here's how to make it.

Finding simple (and tasty) ways to mitigate stress and stay calm can do wonders for how we feel on a day-to-day basis. Whether you opt for a calming drink, a quick breathing exercise, or a soothing supplement, like mbg's calm+, you'll never regret taking the time to help yourself de-stress.*