Frequently asked questions about Lyprinol®

Is Lyprinol® like other omega-3 products?
No. Lyprinol® is 200-350 times more effective.

How does Lyprinol® differ from other food sources of omega-3 fatty acids?
One of the main differences between Lyprinol® and fish oils is the amount required to produce a significant effect. Compared to fish oil doses of 18g per day, Lyprinol® has been shown to be effective at a dose of 1 to 2 capsules per day. This is equivalent to just 100mg of Lyprinol® oil and 300mg of olive oil. This equals just 400mg of fat per day, compared to 18g per day, if you were to take fish oils.

Independent studies have compared Lyprinol® to several foods high in omega-3 fatty acids. Regarding anti-inflammatory properties and joint swelling, Lyprinol® has been shown to be:

  • 100 times more potent than EPA Max (fish oil)
  • 125 times more potent than original freeze dried mussel powder
  • 175 times more potent than evening primrose oil
  • 175 times more potent than Salmon Oil
  • 200 times more potent than Flax Oil

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Lyprinol® works by inhibiting the metabolic pathways in the inflammation process. This is because the omega-3 PUFAs present in Lyprinol® are metabolised in the body instead of other fatty acids responsible for starting and prolonging the process of inflammation.


I am allergic to shellfish. Can I take Lyprinol®?
Yes. Allergies respond to carbohydrate or proteins. The extraction process used in Lyprinol® isolates only fats. Lyprinol® is safe for people suffering from fish or shellfish allergies.


Is Lyprinol® suitable for children?
Yes. But take care with very young children.

Is maintenance of healthy airways the same as treating asthma?
No. Asthma is a complex set of conditions, which are seen as difficulty of breathing due to blocked airways. Inflammation arising from an imbalance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the diet can lead to people with hypersentitive or "twitchy" airways responding more to an allergenic stimulus. Increasing the amount of omega-3 fatty acid in the diet helps balance the ratios, maintaining the healthy state and avoiding an excessive response to the allergen. Lyprinol® contains a unique mix of omega-3 fatty acids and is 200-350 times more effective than other forms.

I am vegetarian (or Vegan). Can I take Lyprinol®?
Lyprinol® is a mix of fats extracted from mussels and encapsulated in a gelatin casing. This may cause concerns for vegetarians.

Why is Lyprinol® "new improved"?
The Lyprinol® capsules now have a thin coating of xylose. This ensures that they dissolve in the duodenum rather than (as previously) in the stomach. This prevents repeating.


Is Lyprinol® like other marine or fish oils?
No. Lyprinol® is extracted from Green Lipped Mussels, and contains a unique mix of omega-3 fatty acids. The patented processing of Lyprinol® protects their activity.

Does Lyprinol® have the same side effects as fish oil supplements?
No, Lyprinol® has none of the side effects associated with fish oils.

Fish oil supplements are dietary supplements that contain oil from cold water fish such as mackerel, salmon, black cod, albacore tuna, sardines, and herring. The active ingredients in fish oil supplements are essential fatty acids known as omega-3 fatty acids. They typically include eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

Common side effects of fish oil supplements include:

Serious side effects include an increase in the harmful form of LDL cholesterol, the large doses of fish oil supplements needed to achieve the potency of Lyprinol® may also cause weight gain and decrease the absorption of vitamins A, E, D, and K from the stomach. If you have diabetes, use caution when taking fish oil supplements, they are reported to increase blood sugar. Taking large amounts of fish oils over a long period of time may increase the risk of mild bleeding resulting in nosebleeds and bruising.

Lyprinol® is not associated with any of the side effects common to cod liver oils

How is Lyprinol® different to cod liver oil?
Cod liver oil is not suitable for people with asthma, diabetes, a blood clotting disorder, or if you are taking Warfarin or other blood thinning medicines. If you are considering taking cod liver oil for any of the above conditions it would be advisable to seek the advice of your doctor before taking cod liver oil products.

It's also not a good idea to use cod liver oil as a fish oil supplement because it contains very high levels of vitamin A. High doses of vitamin A can cause headache, dry skin, itching, and liver damage.

Is Lyprinol® like other Green Lipped Mussel products?

No. The lipids in Green Lipped Mussels are extremely sensitive to oxidation. Only Lyprinol® has a special patented extraction process which protects their activity.
What are the advantages of Lyprinol® over green lipped mussel powders?
Lyprinol® has many advantages over green lipped mussel powders including: