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I
suffer from severe pain and inflammation. In addition to increasing my
daily dose, what other product can I take in combination with the
mussel powder?
It is desirable to take our Xtend-Life Omega 3 / DHA Fish Oil in
conjunction with this product irrespective of your situation. If this -
combined with a higher dose of the mussel powder - is still not getting
the results that you are seeking then please add our Arthrit-Eze.
Is it okay for the rest of my family to take the Green Lipped Mussel Powder for its other health benefits?
Yes, most definitely. The Green Lipped Mussel Powder is perfectly safe
for your family, even if they don’t suffer from aches and ailments. The
powder will help improve the structural integrity of their connective
tissue – improving their skin and reducing the effects of the aging
process. Just be sure to apply good sense and judgment if you suspect
that you or any family member may be allergic to shellfish.
The capsules have quite a strong flavor/fragrance. Is that normal?
Yes. This is normal and natural as it is the same flavor / fragrance
associated with fresh mussels. If you’re not familiar with fresh
seafood then it may initially seem a little unusual.
How many capsules should my family and I take per day?
Because it is a whole food there is a great deal of flexibility. Four
capsules a day for adults is the standard recommended daily dosage.
However, you may wish to double this dosage as an initial 'booster for
two or three months before going back to standard dose of four
capsules a day - depending on how you are feeling and if the pain has
subsided. Generally speaking, your daily dose may be influenced by your
budget. It would still be OK for children to have four capsules a day.
In the case of infants you may like to open up one or two capsules and
mix the powder in with their food. This can also be done if you dislike
swallowing capsules. It’s perfectly fine to mix the contents of each
capsule into your food to benefit from its health-giving properties.
Are my aches and pains signs of impending arthritis or another degenerative disease?
Aches
and pains can occur for many reasons and do not always mean that you
will develop a chronic condition. However, regular niggling aches,
pains and stiffness can be an indication of a potential condition and
Green Lipped Mussel Powder may therefore help to prevent this
development.
In
the online Green Lipped Mussel Powder Buyers’ Guide, it says that this
product is considered a whole food. Can I use this supplement as a meal
replacement?
Our Green Lipped Mussel Powder is a nutritional supplement that is in a
complete food state. This means that each capsule contains the optimal
amount of essential organic compounds, nutrients, proteins and amino
acids that are lacking in today’s diet and lifestyle. It is not a meal
replacement.
I
am taking a NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) prescribed by
my GP. Is it safe to take Green Lipped Mussel Powder with this?
Our Green Lipped Mussel Powder is an all-natural product and should be
safe to take with most other pharmaceutical medications. The aim of
taking this, and others in our suggested protocols, would be to try to
help you reduce or even eventually eliminate your other medications
however, in order to apply a more natural and long-term health approach
to your problem. In the meantime however, as you begin your regime, as
with all medications you should discuss taking this supplement with us
and with your physician. We recommend leaving a 3–4 hour gap between
taking any prescription medications and taking your supplementation.
What other benefits can Green Lipped Mussel Powder provide?
A
lot of research suggests that mucopolysaccharides (MPS) found in the
New Zealand green-lipped mussel may significantly improve the tone,
elasticity and overall health of your skin – making you feel and look
great. It also improves many other body functions such as the
circulatory, immune and reproduction systems.
I have inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS). Can your Green Lipped Mussel Powder help me?
Our Green Lipped Mussel Powder is a protein food which contains a good
source of natural minerals and vitamins; it may be used long term with
no adverse effects. This makes it an ideal dual treatment, for those
suffering from not only arthritis, but also conditions such as IBS.
Interestingly, one of the symptoms of IBS, especially Crohn's Disease,
is aching joints. For those suffering from IBS, green-lipped mussel
supplementation may certainly impact positively should aching joints
stem from arthritis as well as digestive conditions.
I am allergic to shellfish. Will Green Lipped Mussel Powder adversely affect my allergy?
Our Green Lipped Mussel Powder will unfortunately not be suitable for
you as it contains intact organic components directly derived from
green-lipped mussels, which are of shellfish origin.
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