How Saffron Modulates Hormones
Saffron contains high levels of crocin and safranal, powerful antioxidants that improve insulin sensitivity. Because insulin resistance often triggers the ovaries to produce excess testosterone in PCOS, improving cellular insulin response directly helps normalize hormonal profiles.
Antioxidants in saffron protect pancreatic beta-cells and improve peripheral glucose uptake, reducing the insulin spikes that aggravate PCOS.
Safranal acts as a natural anxiolytic, lowering cortisol (stress hormone) levels. High cortisol disrupts the HPA axis, further complicating PCOS symptoms. In Ayurveda, saffron acts as an emmenagogue, stimulating blood flow to the pelvic area.
