Nordic Joint Power

<p> <strong>Promising results:</strong> <strong><br>The effect of green-lipped mussels on bone changes in the musculoskeletal system</strong></p>
<p> A project investigating how changes in the composition of microorganisms in the gut have an effect on bone changes with a focus on changes in the knees. Participants received green-lipped mussel and glucosamine for 12 weeks, where the composition of internal microorganisms was measured before and after the supplementation, after which changes in the joints were assessed. The study is controlled with a group without the allocation of green-lipped mussel.</p> <p>Results: For participants who received green-lipped mussel, a decrease in unwanted bacteria was seen, while the presence of health-promoting microorganisms increased. The more positive microorganisms were present in the participants, the greater the improvements seen in bone changes and the fewer side effects were observed.</p>
<p> 80% of the immune system is found in the cells of the intestinal wall, and a change in the composition of microorganisms in the intestine contributes to the optimization of both metabolism and especially the immune system.</p>
<p> The study indicates that the use of green-lipped mussels can change the composition of microorganisms in the intestine, which thus has a positive effect on bone changes in affected knees.</p>