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Concentrated saffron extract; very low calorie supplement
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Saffron supplement (0 g) has 0 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.1 g
0
KCAL / 0.1G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.15 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 0.1 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 0.2 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 0.3 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 0.9 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 28 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 30 g | 105 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
Saffron supplement is mainly used for possible effects on mood, appetite, and menstrual symptoms. Research on saffron extract is still limited, so it should not replace established care for a mental health or other medical condition.
Saffron supplement may help ease anxiety symptoms for some people, but the evidence is not strong enough to treat it as a proven therapy. Do not replace prescribed treatment with saffron extract.
Saffron supplement is not a proven weight-loss aid. Some studies have explored whether saffron extract affects snacking or appetite, but it has not been shown to reliably cause lasting weight loss.
There is no established timeline for saffron supplement to work. Studies have assessed saffron extract over several weeks, but the results and timing vary, and some people may notice no effect.
Saffron supplement may ease some premenstrual symptoms, including mood-related symptoms, but research is limited. It is not a substitute for medical care when symptoms are severe or disrupt daily life.
You can take saffron supplement on an empty stomach if its product directions allow it. If it causes nausea or stomach discomfort, taking it with food may be easier; follow the instructions for your specific product.
Saffron supplement can cause side effects such as nausea, headache, or dizziness in some people. Taking more than directed may increase the risk, so stop using it if you develop a concerning reaction.
Saffron supplement may interact with some medicines, including drugs that affect mood or blood clotting. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you use prescription medication or have a condition affected by these medicines.
Saffron supplement is not considered established as safe during pregnancy, and concentrated amounts may pose risks. Avoid using the supplement while pregnant; the small amounts of saffron used as a spice are different from concentrated extracts.
No. Saffron supplement usually contains a concentrated extract, while saffron spice is used in small amounts to flavor and color food. Their concentration and intended use are different, so they are not interchangeable.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.08mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin E
0mg · 0% DV
Folate
0.09µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
0.26mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.72mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.15mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
A saffron supplement contains saffron, usually as a concentrated extract made from the flower’s red stigmas. Unlike saffron threads used in cooking, it is sold as a supplement, often in capsules or tablets, though the format varies by product.
Saffron has a distinctive floral aroma and a slightly bitter taste, but supplements are generally taken with water rather than served as part of a meal. In countries where saffron is used in cooking, it may also flavour rice, stews and desserts; a supplement is not a substitute for those culinary uses. A typical small serving contributes very little energy. Follow the directions on the product label, and choose a form that is convenient for you to take.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.