MMP50® is the world’s first New Zealand green-lipped whole-mussel extract. The green lipped mussel is a unique species of mussel, sourced exclusively from the crisp, clean waters of the New Zealand seas. The green-lipped mussel is known for its powerful immune-modulating and pain reducing benefits, but the true secret of its effectiveness reflects back to its traditional preparation in whole, unadulterated form.

The green lipped mussel, distinguishable from related mussel species both in appearance (green rim) and activity, can be found in various extraction forms in the industry. The various prepared forms, from oil extract and lipid fraction to protein and carb concentrates unfortunately do not bare the mark of the mussel in its fresh form and resultantly leaves the market open to adulteration and mass confusion.

MMP50® takes the guess work out of your search for an effective, whole-Green Lipped Mussel material that is potent and procured with the highest level of integrity and transparency. The proprietary processing of MMP50® retains the biological activity of the mussel by not cooking, heating or steaming it – replicating its traditional preparation. MMP50® is produced from fresh, shelled mussels supplied direct from the ocean farm to the factory with no middle-man or traveling delay. Further, the shell extraction step is time/temperature controlled to maintain biological activity throughout the processing.

Adulteration and cheapening of green-lipped mussel material is not a concern when trusting in the MMP50® brand. This is because every batch is tested to the level of DNA to confirm identity of the clinically-studied Perna caniculus (New Zealand) variety of green-lipped mussel. To further align with the highest of integrity and transparency standards, MMP50® undergoes bioactivity testing in the form of MMP-inhibitory bioassays, to assure quality and consistency are thoroughly maintained as the raw, whole mussel is processed into a safe, stable material that supports human and animal well being.

Matrix metalloproteinases, or MMP’s are naturally occurring enzymes that facilitate tissue remodeling, repair, wound healing, growth of new blood vessels, and beneficial cell growth mechanisms. However, excessive or unregulated MMP activity can have detrimental effects on the body, manifesting as the degeneration of joints, weakening of the cardiovascular system, in the progression of uncontrolled cell growth and in other pain-syndromes.

The green lipped muscle possesses powerful inflammation-modulating and pain reducing benefits through diverse MMP-inhibiting activity. Research has additionally shown that the clinical benefit of green lipped mussel products is directly related to its preparation. Of the 28 MMP-enzymes identified, MMP50® has shown to significantly inhibit MMPs 1-14 in vitro, while many of its competitors were not nearly as active.