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The extract is licensed to Doetsch Grether AG as perna® and then is used exclusively in the <a href="http://www.arthritispain.co.uk">Pernaton®</a> range.</p><p><strong>Where are the Green Lippid Mussels sourced?<br /> </strong>The area where the Green Lippid Mussels are grown is situated off the coastline of the North Island of New Zealand. The Mussels are grown in the clean coastal waters and even though the area already has a blue ocean Environmental award, the ocean water, as well as the mussels are constantly monitored for safety - bacteria, toxins and heavy metals.</p> <p>The mussels are grown on long rope lines hanging vertically in the water, and are constantly checked and thinned out to ensure the perfect growing environment. They are then harvested at the peak of their condition and shipped immediately in refrigerated trucks to the manufacturing base, only a short distance from where they are grown, as freshness is essential to provide a high quality extract. on reaching the factory the mussels are put into a cold storage facility before being processed.</p> <p><strong>How is Perna® extract made?</strong><br /> The process used to create the extract originated over 30 years ago, and was specifically designed to create a therapeutic product. it is a unique cold extraction process which does not use heat (as this will destroy the active components), chemicals or solvents. The extract is then freeze dried to ensure quality and purity, before being milled to produce a fine powder extract. This process was developed over several years using tried and tested time and temperature parameters.</p> <p>"<em>A customer came in today who had tried a sachet she had got from another pharmacy. She saw we stocked <a href="http://www.arthritispain.co.uk"> Pernaton</a> and came in for a tube. She said that she has moderate to severa arthritus and after trying a range of rubs/creams, she then read in a magazine about Pernaton and decided to give it a try. She has since noticed a great improvement in her arthritis (despite the cold weather) and can see her self using it for the foreseeable future."<br /> </em><font size="1">GORDON'S CHEMIST</font></p><p align="left"><strong>Are All Green Lippid Mussel Products the same?</strong><br /> Definitely not, many other Green Lipped Mussel products on the market today contain mussels that have been steamed/cooked or which have been ground down into a powder, using simple basic processes that destroy the essential active ingredients. Some manufacturers even purchase the by-products from other producers or mussel farms which are definitely not fresh, and therefore have no therapeutic value.</p> <p><strong>Why not just include Green Lipped Mussels in your diet?</strong><br /> Unfortunately, whilst the mussels still retain some beneficial properties when eaten they lose a large amount in the cooking process, and therefore you would have to consume a very large amount of mussels in order to get any real therapeutic benefit. However, we would never discourage you from eating them fresh as they are delicious and nutritious.</p> <h3>How were the therapeutic benefits of the Green Lippid Mussel discovered?<br /> <em> Introducing John Croft</em></h3> <p><font size="5">J</font>ohn Croft is one of the founders and innovators responsible for the early development and research into the unique New Zealand Green Lippid Mussel extract known as Perna. John Croft is a marine scientist and health product researcher, and is widely regarded as one of the world's leading experts on the lifecycle, farming methods and therapeutic uses of the New Zealand Green Lippid Mussel. John, was born in England, spent 10 years at sea, including 3 as a captain. He was charged with investigating the effects of pollution from estuaries on marine life by the British Government. That led to him setting up a laboratory to carry out fisheries research and meanwhile he completed his London University chemistry degree and extensive training in microbiology and trade waste analysis.</p> <p>In 1972 he emigrated to New Zealand to help set up a marine farm and research hatchery for the cultivation of Green Lipped Mussels. Although the initial goal was to farm mussels for food, this then changed to exploring the therapeutic potential of these remarkable shellfish.</p> <p>John Croft soon became responsible for the development and research associated with the Green Lipped Mussel extract and other marine based therapeutic products. he still works as a research and development consultant and as a marine science consultant, involved in designing and setting up marine farm operations and advising on water pollution matters, as well as lecturing in New Zealand and all over the World. He has written several books and holds a national certificate and higher national certificate in chemistry, is licentiate of the Royal Society of Chemistry and is a member of the Royal Society of New Zealand and Royal Society of Health.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What are the therapeutic benefits of Perna<sup>®</sup>?</strong><br /> Perna<sup>®</sup> is a multi functional and natural product which has anti-inflammatory, chondro-protective and gastro-protective properties. It has had significant success in treating a number of joint and muscle related problems, not only in humans but in animals too. Research has shown it has a greater range of beneficial effects than either Glucosamine Sulphate or Chondroitin Sulphate.<br /> <br /> Through early trials Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract was shown to have gastro-protective activity. It does not cause any harm to the stomach or kidneys; it actually protects the stomach. It has the ability to reduce the ulcerogenic effect of non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin and indomethacin, whilst complementing the anti-inflammatory potency i.e. they can be used together if need be.</p> <p><strong>Product Safety</strong><br /> Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract is taken from a widely consumed seafood. Routine monitoring of the waters and mussels comply with US FDA Shellfish Standards. Every batch of Perna<sup>®</sup> extract is tested to ensure that the product is free from environmentally induced pathogenic contaminants. Perna<sup>®</sup> extract has been subjected to both toxicity and teratogenic studies to confirm its safety as a therapeutic product. The studies were conducted to the standard protocol used for pharmaceutical products.</p> <h3>Who Can Benefit from Pernaton?</h3> <p><strong>People with muscle and joint problems<br /> </strong>Anyone who is suffering from general muscle and joint pain or any of the following conditions may benefit from using Pernaton<sup>®</sup>: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Lumbago. It has also been found to be particularly helpful to sufferers of Fibromyalgia.<br /> <br /> <em>"I can only praise the benefit of <a href="http://www.arthritispain.co.uk"> Pernaton Gel</a>. Its soothing, cooling effect along with the reduction of pain enables me to get to sleep at night. I wish I had discovered this item long ago when I first was diagnosed with fibromyalgia."<br /> <font size="1">MRS TURNER, ROCHESTER</font></em></p><p><strong>Sports People</strong><br /> Sports muscle recovery and training recovery actions have been found to be improved with Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract. A clinical study (double blind placebo) found that Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract speeded up the recovery of soft tissue that had been damaged through sporting injury. Tired leg muscles were exposed to a series of drop jumps to induce muscle damage and it was found that peak muscle power was restored quicker and to a greater extent in the Perna<sup>®</sup> group. Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract has an anti-inflammatory effect on muscles and tendons as well as joints.</p> <p><em>"I am a Physical Training Officer with the Irish Army and as a result I have to deal with all levels of sporting activities. I handed out samples of Pernaton Gel to twelve people with a number of different complaints ranging from lower back pain to sports injuries with connective tissue damage and also sports injuries during recovery.<br /> All personnel stated that within a short time they had prolonged relief from pain in the affected area and better mobility. This product definitely does what it says and is non greasy, gives a warming sensation on application and then gradually cools. It is absorbed quickly into the affected area with notable results almost straight away and smells pleasant.<br /> I will be recommending this product to all of our personnel and beyond."<br /> Many Thanks.<br /> <font size="1">SGT KEEGAN, MULLINGAR</font></em></p> <strong>Animals</strong><br /> For animals it is especially beneficial, as many of them suffer arthritic complaints at some stage in their lives. Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract can help with joint degenerative problems, inflammation and arthritis in the joints, lameness, muscle related problems and as a preventative. Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract has been trialled on cats, dogs and horses with successful results. However, the main evidence for the beneficial properties of the extract has come from anecdotal reports from delighted owners. In fact, a veterinary surgeon at Auckland Zoo also reported success using Perna<sup>®</sup> Green Lipped Mussel extract to treat an elephant, camel and a giraffe with arthritic problems.<br /> <br /> <em>"I have been very pleased with the response that I have received from owners who I have recently advised should try Pernaval for their horses. 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