Green-Lipped Mussel Complex Capsules
This green-lipped mussel complex combines nine ingredients in one plant-based capsule. You get green-lipped mussel from New Zealand, along with MSM, curcumin, chondroitin, type II collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, silicon from bamboo and manganese. A broad formula, made in the Netherlands.
What green-lipped mussel is exactly
Green-lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus) is a shellfish that is only found in the waters around New Zealand. The meat naturally contains lipids and glycosaminoglycans. Per three capsules, this product provides 562.5 mg of green-lipped mussel. That amount is more modest than what you see in some individual green-lipped mussel supplements. The idea here is the combination of multiple substances.
Supplemented with MSM, chondroitin and Biocell Collagen
MSM, for methylsulfonylmethane, is an organic sulfur compound. Per three capsules, there is 225 mg of MSM. Chondroitin sulfate, also 225 mg per daily dose here, is a substance that naturally occurs in cartilage. Then there is Biocell Collagen: a patented raw material that provides type II collagen and hyaluronic acid.
Curcumin from Curcumin C3 Complex®
The curcumin in this green-lipped mussel complex comes from Curcumin C3 Complex®, an extract that consists of 95% curcuminoids. Curcumin is a coloring agent from turmeric (Curcuma longa). Per three capsules, you get 150 mg of curcumin.
Vitamin C, silicon and manganese
In addition to the larger ingredients, there are three micronutrients in this complex. The first is vitamin C. It contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage. The 120 mg per daily dose is 150% of the reference intake. Vitamin C also contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones. And it contributes to the protection of cells against oxidative stress. Silicon comes from bamboo extract here (30 mg per three capsules). Manganese is included as manganese bisglycinate, manganese bound to the amino acid glycine.
This green-lipped mussel complex is gluten-free, lactose-free and packaged in a plant-based capsule. Please note: it contains shellfish and molluscs. The dosages per ingredient are modest, because it is a combination formula with nine ingredients. For those who prefer to have everything in one capsule instead of three separate jars, it is a compact choice with recognizable raw materials.