How Does It Work?:
Lyprinol contains a unique grouping of rare omega-3 From Our Glossary:
Key components of lipids required in the body for cell membrane function and integrity, healthy skin, cholesterol metabolism, and prostaglandin production. Fatty acids can be saturated (acetic, butyric, palmitic acids), monounsaturated (oleic acid), or polyunsaturated (linoleic, linolenic, arachidonic acids).') fatty acids derived from the non-polar lipids of New Zealand's green lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus). This combination of omega-3 fatty acids is wholly unique to this species and is not found in any other living system. The New Zealand green lipped mussel has a long history of use by native Inuit people living in Greenland. While anecdotal evidence and observational research was altogether positive for the green lipped mussel's ability to support human health, initial clinical studies were inconsistent.

Early researchers erred when they suggested that freezing and powdering the mussels would provide the same benefits as raw mussel flesh. These early attempts caused oxidation of the non-polar lipids and resulted in completely inert materials. Perseverance and years of exacting research finally resulted in a patented process that stabilizes the non-polar lipids before the green-lipped mussels are processed.

To date, there is only one nutritional supplement utilizing this patented, stabilized green lipped mussel powder, Miracle of the Sea Lyprinol. When comparing the outcomes of clinical research using stabilized green lipped mussel powders with active non polar lipids to outcomes from research using unstabilized green lipped mussel powders, it's evident that stabilization is crucial.


Research The amount of research conducted on Lyprinol is impressive and quite unique for a dietary supplement. In a 1998 study comparing the effectiveness of Lyprinol stabilized green lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus) with the raw green lipped mussel powder, both forms supported healthy joint function and normal range of motion. The only difference was in speed of action: the Lyprinol extract achieved a more rapid response, demonstrating that the nutritional supplement Miracle form the Sea Lyprinol contains the same key compounds present in the raw mussel.

Experimental studies have shown that Lyprinol is effective in supporting pathways responsible for the production of certain bronchio-pulmonary compounds. A double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial randomized forty six subjects to receive two capsules of Lyprinol or placebo, twice daily for eight weeks. There was significant support of bronchial airways in the Lyprinol group compared to the placebo group.

To validate the clinical efficacy and safety of stabilized green lipped mussel in supporting healthy joint function and healthy range of motion, sixty participants received Lyprinol at two capsules twice a day. After treatment periods (four and eight weeks), assessment with visual analogue scale, Lequesne functional index, subjective and objective global assessments. Scores at the four week period demonstrated that 53% of the participants experienced significant support for joint health and range of motion. At the completion of the eight week treatment period, scores had increased dramatically, demonstrating that 80% of the participants experienced enhanced support of joint function and range of motion. There were no reported adverse events.

Research has demonstrated that the extract of New Zealand green-lipped mussel in Lyprinol functions as a 5-lipoxygenase pathway inhibitor. Inhibition of the 5-lipoxygenase pathway supports healthy leukotriene levels. In recent research, Lyprinol was compared to flaxseed oil, evening primrose oil, salmon oil, and fish oil. On a dosage per body weight basis, Lyprinol was demonstrated to be:

• 100 times more potent than fish oil
• 125 times more potent than green lipped mussel powder
• 175 times more potent than evening primrose oil
• 175 times more potent than salmon oil
• 200 times more potent than flaxseed in supporting healthy joints

Scientific inquiry of Lyprinol is continuing. New research has demonstrated a possible role for stabilized green lipped mussel powder with active non polar lipids in support of healthy digestive tracts. Calls for comparison studies to aloes signify Lyprinol's validity in support of human health.