Ingredient library

Doing real work · Functional shellfish

New Zealand green mussel

Also appears on labels as: green mussel, green-lipped mussel

A shellfish naturally high in omega-3 fatty acids and glycosaminoglycans.

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Where it comes from
Aquaculture in New Zealand, freeze-dried into a powder.
Why it's in the product
Added by manufacturers for joint support. We note why it is on the panel; we don't score health benefits.
Safety and toxicity
No known toxicity at label doses.
Interactions and who should be careful
A shellfish, so relevant if your pet has a documented shellfish sensitivity.

General reference, not veterinary advice. Dose, breed, and existing conditions change the answer, so talk to your vet before changing what your pet eats. Think we got this wrong? Tell us and we log it publicly.

Found in 3 scored products

Lowest scores first. Its presence here is not what drove those scores.