The green-lipped mussel or greenshell mussel, which is similar to the common mussel, has presumably been used as food by the New Zealand Maori for thousands of years. New Zealand offers the ideal environmental conditions for green-lipped mussels, and is the only place where these molluscs occur in nature.
The green-lipped mussel contains omega-3 fatty acids, glycosaminoglycans (GAG) and valuable minerals and trace elements such as sodium, potassium, calcium and silicon.
Glycosaminoglycans are the body’s own building blocks of healthy joint cartilage, but can also be found in connective tissue. They are responsible for the high viscosity of the synovial fluid.
The glycosaminoglycans contained in the green-lipped mussel are nutrients that can be used particularly well in the context of joint metabolism, as they exhibit a high affinity to the basic building blocks of synovial fluid and joint cartilage. As early as 1998, a study indicated that green-lipped mussel powder and green-lipped mussel extract could provide support for joint problems. [1]
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids and fulfill a variety of functions in the body. In the green-lipped mussel, Australian scientists have identified unique, previously unknown omega-3 fatty acids.
Green-lipped mussel capsules are ideal for those who want to provide support to their joints with important nutrients. This is often the case particularly for older people with limited mobility and athletes under increased strain.
Yes. Those allergic to fish, seafood and mussel protein should refrain from taking Vitality Nutritionals green-lipped mussel capsules.
No. Vitality Nutritionals Green Lipped Mussel 500 mg capsules contain green lipped mussel powder. The green-lipped mussel is a mollusc. In addition, the capsule shell consists of bovine gelatine.
Green-lipped mussels are considered to be well tolerated. However, those allergic to fish, seafood and mussel protein should refrain from taking food supplements containing green-lipped mussel or green-lipped mussel powder or extract.
Green-lipped mussel capsules are not suitable for children and adolescents.
During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, a physician should generally be consulted before consuming dietary supplements.