New Zealand Lipped Mussel 500mg 90 Capsules is a Food Supplement containing Green Lipped Mussel with Vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones and cartilage.
Green Lipped Mussel became of first interest when it was noticed that Maori living in coastal regions who regularly consumed these mussels were benefitting.
This shellfish is economically important to New Zealand. It differs from other mussel species in that it has a dark brown/green shell, a green lip around the edge of the shells and only has one abductor muscle. It is also one of the largest mussel species growing up to 240mm in length.
Vitamin C also contributes to the normal function of the immune system and is an antioxidant which contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
