Meet Saffron, the Worlds Most Expensive Spice
It\u2019s the poshest spice of all, often worth its weight in gold. But saffron also has a hidden history as a dye, a luxury self-tanner, and even a serotonin stimulant. That\u2019s right, this episode we\u2019re all about those fragile red threads plucked from the center of a purple crocus flower. Listen in as we visit a secret saffron field to discover why it\u2019s so expensive, talk to a clinical psychologist to explore the science behind saffron\u2019s reputation as the medieval Prozac, and explore the spice\u2019s off-menu role as an all-purpose beautifier for elites from Alexander the Great to Henry VIII.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices