Crocus sativus
The world's most expensive spice, studied for mood support, with emerging evidence comparable to fluoxetine for mild-moderate depression.
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May interact with SSRIs, blood thinners, and blood pressure medications.
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Dry mouth, drowsiness, headache, nausea. TOXIC in very high doses (>5g).
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