Question 1

Does the powder form have the same efficacy as the products that are oil based?

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Hi Doug, That is a great question regarding our Green Lipped Mussel Powder.  To assess the efficacy and value for money of mussel oil, it is important to be aware of the fact that the mussel oil only represents about 8 - 10% of the powder from which it is extracted. The mussel oil contains lipids which are primarily used because of their anti-inflammatory properties for the joints.However, the rest of the mussel powder that is not utilized when producing the oil - between 90 and 92% of the raw material - contains a plethora of other health benefits.  Xtend-Life's Green Lipped Mussel Powder is an exception to this, as up to 90% of the original properties remain once converted into a powder, in comparison to only 10% in a mussel oil.To be assured of the highest possible nutrient content we would certainly recommend our expertly processed Green Lipped Mussel Powder, over an inferior mussel oil.  I hope you find this information helpful, Douglass.  If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards, SummerCustomer Relations

Question 2

Does it smell like seafood. Does it taste like mussels or seafood ?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There is a strong "dead fish" smell of the capsules. You can smell them when in the bottle, when you pour them out in your hand, and also when you pop them in your mouth  strong bad fishy smell. I tried laying the 4 recommended capsules out on the kitchen counter for a few minutes before taking, in hopes that some of the smell would air off of them before I had to put them in my mouth, but it didn't help. I also try to hold my breath when taking them, but that does not work either, still get that terrible smell up through your mouth. I have been taking them for two weeks, and have had no improvement in hip joint pain.

Question 3

Is it cold pressed?

Accepted Answer

This is not an oil, so cold pressed does not apply, but it is like the same process.

Question 4

What is the country of origin for the gelatin?  is the gelatin certified bse free?

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I received this answer from the company via email:"The country of origin where our bovine gel is sourced from is Colombia.  The world Organisation for Animal Health issues the International Standard for categorizing BSE risks of any given country.  The best endorsement is one of 'negligible risk' which is approved and applied to Colombia."

XtendlifeGreen Lipped Mussel Powder - 2400mg Supplement with Omega-3 Fatty acids from New Zealand for Joint Health, 120 Capsules (2 Pack)

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