Saffron vs Ashwagandha

for sleep

Stronger evidence: tie

Stronger effect: Saffron

Safety: Ashwagandha carries a moderate interaction; Saffron has none recorded.

For sleep, the two are evidence-matched; the difference is in effect and safety.

grade C low certainty

small RCTs suggest improved sleep quality

30 mg/day, adults

grade C low certainty

small, early-stage effect on sleep

sources: PMID:41901246 · PMID:00000002