| MSM (methylsulfonylmethane, dimethyl sulfone, DMSO2) is a naturally occurring thiol compound and one of the most popular dietary supplements. MSM is 34% elemental sulfur and has a metabolic relationship with methionine, and is found in small amounts in the diet in sources including milk, grains, meat, eggs, fish, fruit, tea, coffee, and raw vegetables.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is essential in maintaining optimum health. It nourishes our hair, skin, muscles, joints and nails; it can reduce pain and inflammation; it also has been shown to increase blood circulation, strengthen capillary walls and thus heal varicose veins; and it can be helpful in treating many other conditions such as arthritis, asthma, emphysema, tendinitis, diabetes, acne, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic fatigue, constipation, digestive disorders, parasite infestations, allergies, toxic build-up
and ulcers. MSM is considered to be one of the safest substances in biology, similar in toxicity to water. MSM and its related compounds are the source of 85 percent of the sulfur found in all living organisms. Many researchers believe that sulfur is a sorely neglected mineral nutrient and plays an indispensable role in human nutrition. Various scientific studies have proven that MSM contributes a definite normalizing effect on body functions. The sulfur normally provided to the body by MSM is required for healthy collagen and keratin which are essential for healthy hair, skin and nails. MSM also has proven antioxidant benefits which can disrupt or alter damaging chain reactions of lipid peroxidation in the cell membranes. There are many claims made for
MSM supplements, including relief of pain, inflammation, arthritis, allergies, parasitic infections, asthma, constipation, hyperacidity, emphysema, carpal tunnel, acne, fibromyalgia and memory loss.
The two uses with solid scientific evidence are treatment of arthritis and interstitial cystitis. In other studies, MSM has been reported to improve drug sensitivity to aspirin, oral antibiotics, and NSAIDS; prevent round worm, Giardia, and Trichomonas infections by competing for binding sites at the mucus membrane; and speed the treatment of athletic injuries and reduce the duration of and need for chiropractic visits.
MSM appears to inhibit pain impulses that travel along nerve fibers, acting as an analgesic. This property, along with the compound's potential anti-inflammatory actions, is often cited in explaining MSM use for combating the symptoms of arthritis, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome and allergies. In addition, MSM may reduce muscle spasms, increase blood flow and possibly contribute to the maintenance and repair of cartilage. Specifically, MSM may help to:
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MSM supplements not only helps in treating osteoarthritis but rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other autoimmune-related conditions as well.
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MSM supplements may also help to maintain or repair cartilage.
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MSM may be useful for treating chronic back pain resulting from muscle strain, ligament sprain, or the early degenerative changes that can affect joints and discs in the back.
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MSM significantly slows the development of mammary and colon tumors
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MSM may block histamines, compounds that can irritate and inflame the membranes of the nose, eyes, and throat.
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MSM plays a role in collagen synthesis: skin becomes softer, more resilient and hair and nails grow faster and stronger.
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MSM speeds wound healing, reduces scar tissue, skin disorders, wrinkles, spots, skin tumors, lesions, burns and other skin damage.
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MSM enhances insulin sensitivity so that the body requires less insulin release.
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MSM may provide relief from food, drug and environmental allergies by competing with allergens for mucous membrane receptor sites.
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MSM creates an internal environment unfriendly to many types of parasites.
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MSM stimulates immune function and also functions as an antioxidant and detoxifying catalyst.
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MSM helps to normalize stomach function and alleviate gastrointestinal complaints such as heartburn, constipation, diarrhea, ulcers caused by too much stomach acid.
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MSM removes inflammation and eases the pain associated with inflammation disorders such as arthritis, night leg cramps and migraines.
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MSM permits muscles and joints to heal more rapidly
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MSM increases energy, alertness, mental calmness and the ability to concentrate. Sulfur is required by every cell to produce energy at cellular levels.
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MSM reduces muscle cramps and spasms, relieves arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, bursitis, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue.
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MSM is necessary for the production of proteins, collagen and elastin.
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Side Effects Of MSM Supplement |
MSM is considered very safe, and side effects are very rare. Side effects that have been reported include:
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Diarrhea
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Skin rash
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Headache
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Fatigue
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