Overview
New Zealand green-lipped mussel might contain chemicals that help decrease swelling or inflammation.
People use New Zealand green-lipped mussel for asthma, arthritis, muscle soreness, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses & Effectiveness ?
We currently have no information for NEW ZEALAND GREEN-LIPPED MUSSEL overview.
Side Effects
Special Precautions and Warnings
Breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if New Zealand green-lipped mussel is safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Children: New Zealand green-lipped mussel is possibly safe when taken by mouth by children aged 6-14 years.
Interactions ?
We currently have no information for NEW ZEALAND GREEN-LIPPED MUSSEL overview.
Dosing
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