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Saffron which also famously known as Kesar, is a symbol of religious abstinence, the quest for light and salvation in Indian culture. It is also an imperative ingredient in every Indian household to enhance the flavour and texture in various seafood and habitual dishes. Owing to distinct colour and impression to food items saffron presents, it is one of the world's most expensive spice primarily produced in Iran. Saffron-based pigments have been found in 50,000-year-old depictions of prehistoric places in north-west Iran. Later, the Sumerians used wild-growing saffron in their remedies and magical potions. About 50 to 60 saffron flowers will produce about one tablespoon of saffron spice produced from the stigma of Crocus sativus flowers by placing them in the ground at about 3 to 5 inches deep and at least 6 inches apart. Saffron that we eat The use of saffron in south Indian cuisine is perhaps best characterised by the eponymous Kesari bhath - a semolina-based dessert from Karnataka. South Asian cuisines also use saffron in biryanis, which are spicy rice-vegetable dishes in pulao and Hyderabadi Biryani as well. Saffron spices have also been famous for its usage in many sweets, particularly in Southern and Rajasthani cuisine. Regional milk-based sweets including gulab jamun, kulfi, double ka meetha, and saffron lassi which is a sweet yoghurt famous Jodhpuri drink symbolising their culture. Another famous Indian Drink is Kesar Badam Milk which is infamously known as an energy supplement. Saffron is also added to coffee with cardamom to create a Middle Eastern beverage. Saffron for health and skin • As per the research carried out consumption of saffron could protect against cancer. Not only does the spice inhibit cells that have become cancerous, but it has no such effect on normal cells and actually stimulates their formation and that of immune cells that help destroy cancerous cells. • Saffron is a stimulant tonic and very effective to treat cold and fever. Famously saffron is mixed in milk and applied over the forehead to relieve cold. • Saffron also improves memory retention with saffron extract which is useful in the treatment of age-related mental impairment like Parkinson’s disease, memory loss and inflammation. Saffron was found to play a key role in improving digestion and treating digestive disorders through its antioxidant effects and radical scavenging, and anti-inflammatory properties. • Saffron spice is also a critical element to be consumed during pregnancy shortening the uterine cervix and the thinning of the wall. • Saffron can help in toning up your skin and also improving the texture. Facts about Saffron • During his Asian campaigns, Alexander the Great used Persian saffron in his infusions as a curative for battle wounds. • Romans also used to take a bath infused with saffron. They also would sleep with pillows that were stuffed with saffron to cure hangovers. • Another historical character includes Cleopatra used to use saffron as a type of cosmetic. • Saffron has also been used as a fabric dye and in perfumery, particularly in China and India. • Saffron is also used as an insecticide or pesticide.