ABSTRACT
Crocin is a carotenoid pigment that is a vigorous and water-soluble constituent derived from saffron (Crocus sativus) and gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides). Saffron is conventionally used as a flavoring and coloring agent in different recipes. Crocin alongside imparting eye-catching color to the food items has possessed significant beneficial effects on human health attributed to its antioxidant and disease-preventing properties. Its role in prophylaxis of cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, kidney malfunctions, inflammatory conditions, cancer, and neural problems has been identified. In this respect, this chapter summarizes sufficient scientific evidence with 128possible mechanisms to better understand the functionality of crocin for the use in therapeutic clinical settings.
