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Not all studies have demonstrated side effects; however, members of the Australian Rheumatism Association have reported side effects, such as stomach upset, gout, and skin rashes, occurring in people taking certain New Zealand green-lipped mussel extracts.1 Another researcher observed nausea, flatulence, and fluid retention in some of the study participants,2 and one case of hepatitis has been reported in association with the use of the freeze-dried powder.3

People with shellfish allergy should consult a doctor before taking green-lipped mussel. Compared to lipid preparations, freeze-dried preparations contain substantially more of the protein fraction responsible for allergic reactions.

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