Methylsulfonylmethane
Description
Methylsulfonylmethane, commonly called MSM, is a type of Sulfuric Compound that is naturally present in the body, it is an form of Sulfur. MSM is to similar in chemical structure to (but claimed to be safer than) Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) - MSM is the active therapeutic constituent of DMSO and is also an oxidative metabolite of DMSO. It is odorless, tasteless and stable. Its physical format is a white crystalline powder.
Health Benefits of MSM
Aging Process
The body’s content of MSM appears to decline in tandem with the progression of the Aging Process.
MSM may inhibit the Cross-Linking of the body’s endogenous Proteins (Cross-Linking of Proteins such as Collagen is a major aspect of the Aging Process). [1]
Cardiovascular System
MSM may improve Blood Circulation.
Detoxification
MSM taken within twenty minutes of drinking alcohol is claimed to rapidly alleviate the symptoms of Hangovers . Anecdotal Evidence
Digestive System
MSM (500 - 2,000 mg per day) may prevent and treat Constipation especially constipation in elderly persons. [2]
MSM (3,000 mg per day) may alleviate Heartburn. [3]
MSM (3,000 - 10,000 mg per day) may prevent Intestinal Parasites from adhering to the Gastrointestinal Tract and may thereby facilitate the expulsion of Intestinal Parasites from the body: [4]
MSM may be an effective treatment for Roundworms (Nematodes). [5]
MSM is claimed to prevent and treat Intestinal Permeability
MSM is claimed to coat the Mucous Membranes of the Intestines, preventing Antigens from entering the Bloodstream through the Intestinal Wall. Anecdotal Evidence
Ears/Hearing
MSM (instilled into the Ears via MSM eardrops) is claimed to alleviate Hearing Loss - Age-Related. Anecdotal Evidence
MSM instilled into the Ears via MSM eardrops is claimed to alleviate Tinnitus. Anecdotal Evidence
Excretory System
MSM (as a constituent of Toothpaste or Mouthwashes) may alleviate Halitosis. [6]
MSM may be an effective treatment for Interstitial Cystitis. [7]
Eyes/Vision
MSM applied as eyedrops may alleviate irritated, dry and Eyes - Bloodshot. [8]
MSM applied as eyedrops may reduce intraocular pressure in Glaucoma patients. Anecdotal Evidence
Immune System
MSM (3,000 - 6,000 mg per day) may help to prevent and alleviate Allergies including long-standing Food Allergies and Respiratory System Allergies. [9]
MSM may help to prevent Autoimmune Diseases: [10]
MSM may help to prevent and treat Lupus Erythematosus (SLE form). [11]
MSM may help to prevent Cancer - Breast. [12]
MSM may help to prevent Cancer - Colon. [13]
MSM may help to prevent the Common Cold. [14]
MSM taken orally may inhibit some types of Fungi - Detrimental. MSM lotion topically may destroy many types of Detrimental Fungi that reside on the Skin including:
MSM may inhibit some types of Protozoa - Detrimental including:
Entamoeba histolytica especially when MSM is used concurrently with Cat’s Claw. Anecdotal Evidence
Giardia lamblia which causes Giardiasis [16]
Trichomonas [17]
MSM may reduce Inflammation. [18]
MSM may help to prevent Influenza. [19]
Metabolism
MSM may inhibit the Cross-Linking of the body’s endogenous Proteins (Cross-Linking of Proteins such as Collagen is a major aspect of the Aging Process). [1]
MSM may alleviate Diabetes Mellitus (by facilitating the endogenous production of Insulin and by decreasing Insulin Resistance). [21]
MSM (4,000 mg per day) may reduce the toxic accumulation of Lactic Acid following Exercise and may accelerate the recovery from Exercise. [22]
MSM is claimed to alleviate Fatigue.
MSM may decrease Insulin Resistance (by increasing the permeability of Cells which may cause them to become more responsive to the actions of Insulin). [23]
Musculoskeletal System
MSM)(orally or topically) is claimed to alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.
MSM may alleviate the Pain and Inflammation associated with Bursitis. [24]
MSM (consumed orally and/or lotion applied topically) may reduce the Inflammation and Pain associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. [25]
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