When I was steeping saffron water today, I made a little too much. I want to save the leftover for tomorrow. Can saffron water be consumed after being left overnight?
Is it safe to drink overnight saffron water?
It is generally not recommended to drink.
Saffron is a traditional Chinese medicine. In general, it is not advisable to drink saffron water that has been left overnight because during the overnight period, a large number of microorganisms may grow and reproduce in it. Consuming it may cause discomfort to the body. Therefore, it is best not to drink saffron water that has been left overnight under improper storage conditions.
However, if the overnight saffron water is stored properly, it can still be consumed.
What happens if you drink overnight saffron water?
1. If you only drink a small amount of overnight saffron water or if you have a good gastrointestinal function, you may not experience any discomfort symptoms.
2. If you drink a large amount of overnight saffron water or if you have a weak gastrointestinal function, you may experience a series of gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.
What to do if you drink overnight saffron water?
1. Stop taking it immediately. If you have no adverse reactions after drinking overnight saffron water, stop taking it immediately and closely observe your physical condition.
2. Drink plenty of warm water. After drinking overnight saffron water, you can drink a moderate amount of warm water to help dilute the saffron content in your body and prevent or alleviate discomfort symptoms.
3. Seek medical attention. If you experience severe symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, or other discomfort after drinking overnight saffron water, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately for appropriate treatment, such as fluid replacement.
How to store overnight saffron water?
If saffron water is not completely consumed, it is generally not recommended to store it in a thermos flask, as the temperature and environment inside the thermos flask are conducive to the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. It is generally recommended to store it at a low temperature, which can help suppress bacterial growth. The specific steps are as follows:
1. After the steeped saffron water has cooled down, pour it into a glass tea cup.
2. Cover it tightly and refrigerate it in the refrigerator.
3. If it is winter and the room temperature is below 10 degrees Celsius, you can also store it directly indoors.
How to consume overnight saffron water?
When consuming overnight saffron water, it is essential to heat it before consumption. On the one hand, the effectiveness of the saffron may decrease, affecting absorption. On the other hand, consuming saffron water that is too cold may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and cause discomfort.
Boiling method
1. Pour the cooled saffron water into a teapot or clay pot.
2. Bring it to a boil over high heat.
3. Finally, pour out the herbal tea and consume it.
Double boiling method
1. Prepare a basin of hot water.
2. Transfer the cooled saffron water into a bottle and tightly close the lid.
3. Place the bottle in the hot water and wait until the saffron water becomes warm before taking it out for consumption.
