What is MSM?

MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane)

Like Glucosamine and Chondroitin, MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), may provide raw materials the body needs in order to make cartilage in the first place. MSM is a pure, organic, non-toxic, non-metallic element that occurs widely in nature. It's a metabolite of the compound dimethysulfoxide, and by weight is 34% elemental sulfur, making it one of the richest sources of sulfur. As the eighth most abundant element in all living organisms, sulfur is found in more than 150 types of bodily compounds, from enzymes and tissues to hormones and antioxidants. It's also a component of structural protein, the type found in hair, skin, and joints. Sulfur also occurs in connective tissue, in a key structural component called collagen. (Collagen helps form cartilage).

Researchers predict that MSM will soon be proven effective not only in the treatment of various types of arthritis (including rheumatoid and osteoarthritis), but also in other conditions that involve connective tissue degeneration.

Where does MSM come from?

MSM can be produced in a lab, where it is sometimes combined with other supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin.

Who needs it and what are some symptoms of deficiency?

Since MSM is not a required nutritional product for the human body there are no daily requirement. Deficiency of MSM may include but not limited to the following hair, bone, joints, vascular blood flow, inflammation, and respiratory responses! MSM as a dietary nutrient has may needs in the human body!

How much should be taken? Are there side effects?

Side effects: No side effects have been reported with the use of sulfur.

Recommended dosage: 1-2 grams per day.

Recent Studies

At present MSM is involved in may trails and all are in the infant stages.

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