About Rose Hips
GRAS food ingredient. Active compound is GOPO, a galactolipid with anti-inflammatory and cartilage-protective properties. Meta-analysis of 3 RCTs (n=287) showed small-to-moderate pain reduction in OA (ES 0.37, NNT=6), but all trials were manufacturer-funded (Hyben Vital). No independent replication. Vitamin C content is negligible after drying — clinical benefits come from GOPO, polyphenols, and fatty acids. Shell-only products lack GOPO and show no effect. Safety profile is favorable up to 10.5g/day. No established RDA/UL.
What Rose Hips supports
- Supports joint comfort in osteoarthritis (meta-analysis: ES 0.37, NNT=6)
- GOPO galactolipid inhibits neutrophil chemotaxis and inflammatory pathways
- Provides polyphenol and carotenoid antioxidant support
How much Rose Hips to take
The RDA prevents deficiency. The effective range is what clinical trials used to actually move the outcome.
Effective
2500–5000
mg
Standard OA dose is 5g/day (2.5g twice daily). Individuals under 84kg may respond at 2.25g/day. Effects take ~3 weeks to manifest. Must contain seeds + shells for GOPO galactolipid content.
Clinical evidence
Limited clinical evidence. Meta-analysis of 3 small trials (287 participants) shows modest pain relief, all manufacturer-funded
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