Crocin

What is Crocin?
Saffron, a perennial herb of the Iridaceae family, has been used since ancient times for its unique efficacy. Saffron extract is a natural product extracted from the stigma of Crocus sativus, which contains rich active ingredients such as crocin and picrocrocin, as well as volatile oils. These ingredients give saffron extract a variety of health benefits and application values, so saffron extract is widely used in health care products, medicine, cosmetics and other industries.

Crocin Benefits

(1) Anti-tumor and anti-cancer potential

Inhibit tumor growth: Crocin can block the tumor cell cycle and induce apoptosis, and has shown significant inhibitory effects on leukemia, ovarian cancer, colon cancer and other in vitro experiments.
Synergistic treatment: Combination with chemotherapy can reduce side effects and enhance efficacy, but clinical evidence still needs further verification.

(2) Antioxidant and anti-aging

Scavenging free radicals: Crocin’s antioxidant capacity far exceeds that of vitamin E, which can reduce oxidative stress damage and delay cell aging.
Prolong life: A study in 2024 “ACS Pharmacology and Translational Science” showed that crocin supplementation for 4 months extended the lifespan of mice by 18%, and improved memory and motor coordination.

(3) Cardiovascular protection

Lowering blood lipids and anti-thrombotic: Reduces blood viscosity, inhibits platelet aggregation, and prevents atherosclerosis.
Improve microcirculation: Relieves symptoms of coronary heart disease and hypertension by promoting oxygen diffusion.

(4) Neuroprotection and Antidepressant

Improve brain function: Upregulates the expression of neurotrophic factors such as BDNF, slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Relieves depression and calms the mind: Regulates the serotonin system, alleviating anxiety and insomnia.

(5) Immune Regulation

Enhances immunity: Activates macrophages and natural killer cells (NK cells), promoting the secretion of immune factors.