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Reduces OA pain and joint swelling

Grade BSolid canine or strong extrapolated evidenceSave claim
Ingredient: Green-Lipped Mussel · joint

Plain-language summary

Several canine trials support use at ~30 mg/kg/day of stabilised powder.

About the ingredient

What it is

A marine mollusc native to New Zealand rich in omega-3s and glycosaminoglycans.

Why it's used

Included in joint-support formulas for its anti-inflammatory omega-3 profile.

Also known as: GLM, Perna canaliculus, Green Lipped Mussel

Cited studies (1)

Canine studies
  • Green-lipped mussel powder in dogs with osteoarthritis
    Australian Veterinary Journal · 2002
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    Study summary
    Moderate quality
    Design score 6/11
    Design
    RCT
    Species
    dog
    Sample size
    Not reported
    Duration
    Not reported
    Controls / blinding
    Controlled comparison group (per recorded study design)
    Funding
    Not reported
    Strengths
    • Randomized trial design
    • Conducted in dogs
    Limitations
    • Sample size not recorded
    • Study duration not recorded

    Outcome: Reduced pain and swelling scores

Products in our catalog with Green-Lipped Mussel (1)

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