GOPO common questions and answers
What is GOPO®?
GOPO® (glycoside of mono and diglycerol) is the active compound isolated from the fruit, or rose-hips, of the Rosa Canina and is found in the supplement LitoZin®. GOPO® has been clinically shown to help reduce joint pain and stiffness, improving flexibility and mobility.
What evidence is there that GOPO® is effective treatment for the symptoms of osteoarthritic joint pains?
The latest trial published in the Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology 2005 showed that 82% of patients reported a reduction in pain after 3 weeks of active treatment with GOPO®. Pain was alleviated to such an extent that 40% reduced their consumption of paracetamol.
Further evidence of the effectiveness of GOPO® on chronic joint conditions has been reported in the Phytomedicine Journal, 2004; 66% of patients taking GOPO® reported a reduction in joint pain. Interestingly, patients also reported an improvement in general wellbeing; including mood, sleep quality and energy. A similar reduction in pain (65%) was also proven in the Norwegian study as well as an improvement in joint mobility.
What are the benefits of taking a supplement using GOPO®?
- GOPO® it thought to possess anti-inflammatory properites.
- Clinically shown to help reduce joint pain and stiffness in up to 82% of people.
- Can help reduce the consumption of traditional painkillers by up to 50% - benefit not reported with other supplements.
- 100% natural remedy.
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