Green Lipped Mussel Animals

Green lipped mussel animals supplements are pretty similar to those used by us humans, as they contain the same ingredients extracted from New Zealand shellfish: Omega-3 fatty acids in high amounts, complex carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals.

This composition makes green mussels the most complete whole foods known today and at the same time great alternatives to medicines for people or pets suffering from rheumatoid ailments. So if you have a dog, cat or horse diagnosed with arthritis you should start feeding him with this type of supplements.

Are there potential side effects in pets?

Although in humans New Zealand shellfish extracts can trigger adverse reactions, when it comes to green lipped mussel animals use this is quite uncommon. This difference is explained by the fact that our immune system is more sensitive to a certain protein in these shellfish compared to animals' organisms.

When a person takes mussel supplements, one of the ingredients in these products is perceived as a pathogen agent (called allergen), although it isn't harmful in reality. The body reacts in a specific way each time the allergen reaches inside the digestive tract and by recognizing the typical manifestations we can find out whether we're allergic to shellfish or not.

Seafood or mussels allergy is quite common and fortunately, there are some New Zealand shellfish products - usually oils - which don't contain proteins. Theoretically, these can be taken by people with allergies as well but most nutritionists and physicians don't recommend the intake of seafood products to people affected by this allergy.

Now let's go back to green lipped mussel animals side effects. We already said pets don't usually experience negative manifestations after eating New Zealand shellfish or taking dietary supplements. Their digestive system is stronger and less sensitive therefore they can tolerate almost any food without any problem.

Of course some pets may not like the smell or taste of mussel powder and may refuse eating it but this isn't an adverse reaction so we can surely affirm green mussels don't trigger side effects in dogs, cats or horses.

Health benefits of green lipped mussel animal supplements

In general terms, New Zealand shellfish enhance animals' performances, improve their overall health and prevent nutritional deficiencies by providing a wide range of essential nutrients. How do they improve pets' health state?

First, by reducing the existing symptoms associated with inflammatory processes and preventing new inflammations from developing and spreading throughout the body. Then, by restoring the normal structure and composition of the synovial liquid in joints, by repairing the cartilages and strengthening the bones, muscles and ligaments in joints.

These Green lipped mussel supplements have gastro-protective effects, improve digestion and the functionality of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems; they strengthen the teeth and nails of pets, boost their energy levels and keep infections away.

These are just some of the benefits New Zealand mussels can provide to your pet as well.