Amazing New Zealand Green-lipped mussels
What is a Green-lipped mussel?
Green Lipped Mussels is a famous dietary supplement extracted from mussels native to New Zealand (also known as New Zealand green shell mussels, New Zealand Shellfish or Perna canaliculus).
It differs from other mussel types due to its dark brown to green shell with a large green and gold colored mollusk, and also the green lip it has around the edge of its shell. It is also one of the biggest mussel species able to grow up to 24 centimeters in length. New Zealand Green-lipped mussels are found exclusively in the waters surrounding New Zealand.
History
The benefits of New Zealand Shellfish were first discovered more than 30 years ago by the indigenous people of New Zealand – the Maori. First studies were limited by problems in the extraction processes. But since 1986 Green Lipped Mussels have become more and more recognized for its powerful healing properties.
Benefits
Numerous scientific tests have been conducted on the powerful health benefits of New Zealand mussels in recent years. Green-lipped mussels contain active ingredients which give them their anti-inflammatory properties. You will not find any other shellfish, or indeed, any other plant or creature that has these exceptional mixture of fatty acids (polysaccharides). Green-lipped mussels include polysaccharides which are linked to the restoration of degenerative joint conditions.
Today the most widely recognized health benefits of using New Zealand green-lipped mussels are: arthritis and osteoarthritis due to their rich chondroitin and glucosamine content, joint pain relief, improved joint mobility, reduced inflammation and general well being. Due to its pure and green cultivation and pollution free environment, it is commonly used as one of nature’s finest sources glucosamine.
New Zealand Green-lipped mussels extract is used in capsules, tablets, powder and liquid forms.
Internal Benefits of Green-lipped mussels
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Bowel Disease
- Connective Tissue Repair
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Menstrual Pain
- Free Radical Scavenger
- Protects Gastrointestinal System
- Increase Joint Mobility
- Sports Related Injuries
- Reduces Inflammation
External Benefits of Green-lipped mussels
- Dermatitis
- Skin Problems
- Psoriasis
Other less well known benefits of Green-lipped mussels are healthier skin hair and nails, improved blood circulation, a boosted immunity, healthier nerve cell functioning and stronger teeth and bones to name but a few.
Side-effects
The only cases of anything resembling side effects would be where people with shellfish allergy have consumed the product. In rare cases, sensitive people have reported stomach upset.
All in all green-lipped mussels are remarkably safe. The product is a natural whole food supplement and, as such, its health benefits far outweigh any minimal side effects.
