What is MSM?

Methyl-Sulfonyl-Methane, or sulfur, is a natural occurring compound. One of the most common substances found in the body, it has an essential role in nutrition. It is used by our bodies as food. But what is more, it is mostly depleted in how we process our food stuffs in cooking and, the bigger picture, processed food manufacturing. Our soils are depleted of needed nutrients. We eat empty calories.  As we age we start to hurt, become stiffer in the joints, and lose our vitality/energy.

Why?

The depletion of sulfur from our diets and bodies has a definite effect on us as we grow older. Our lives and bodies are bombarded by toxins. Just breathing we impose toxins on our systems. Our water has been chlorinated and fluoridated. It is basically polluted by additives that were meant to help us. We don’t move as well or as much anymore. We hurt… So now that we’ve essentially lost sulfur, how do we get it back? We take MSM.

So, is it good for you?  YES! Is it a toxic compound? NO!

MSM is rated as one of the least toxic substances in biology. Very similar to water. Common salt that we use to flavor our food is more toxic than MSM. Dr. Jacob, the founder of MSM, has conducted more studies and he himself takes 30 grams of MSM daily and has for over 20 years.

What organic sulfur is not.

Is it like a sulfa drug that you can have an allergic reaction to? NO. It is a totally different compound; it helps relieve allergies. It is highly unlikely that anyone could be allergic to sulfur or MSM as it is a natural occurring compound in the body. Is it a cure? No. Is it necessary for life? Absolutely! It is a mineral.

Why should you believe me?

My husband is an educator. I am a Registered Nurse. I have worked in the healthcare field for many years. We both were experiencing stiffness and pain in our joints and muscles. We take MSM and as long as we keep taking it we don’t hurt and aren’t stiff anymore. We tried cutting back and we tried quitting altogether. Never again will we do that. It is simple, who wants to hurt? As I worked, I saw the suffering of my patients, colleagues and friends as well. It is my dream and God given passion to help people get back to health. I have been interested in and researched methods to help people that hurt have a better quality of life. I was seeking something natural and organic to improve lives. I found MSM Organic, natural, MSM has the wonderful side effects of; stronger hair, nails, connective tissue and bones. It also contributes to regularity at the same time. Unlike prescription drugs, MSM has no negative side effects.

Does it help everyone?

I do believe that if you continue to take it you will see benefits and a better quality of life, as well as decreased pain and stiffness. Add decreased homocysteine levels and decreased chance of heart attacks and strokes! Because it is a nutrient and essential for life, it works in many ways in our bodies. We all know that we’ve been advised to eat broccoli to decrease our chances of getting cancer.

What is the nutrient in broccoli that does that? Sulfur. How much broccoli can you eat? Enough to do what MSM does in drinking water or taking a few capsules?

Does MSM help with pain and swelling?

We believe that it does. “MSM has powerful anti-inflammatory pain reducing properties. When the body removes toxins from cells, pain and inflammation are reduced  and healing is promoted However, every time invading toxins are removed, sulfur exits with them. That is why we need to continue to replace it in our body systems.” Beth also goes on to say “MSM is a fascinating, life-enhancing anti-inflammatory agent for individuals with degenerative (osteoarthritis) or rheumatoid arthritis, disc problems in their back/neck, acute injuries, tendonitis, bursitis and similar problems. MSM also reduces lactic acid build up. It has the ability to reduce or eliminate muscle, leg and back cramps. Marathon runners given MSM say that their leg cramps reduced by 75%.”

There are new studies and clinical trials of MSM use out of Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ and Arthritis Health Center in Phoenix, AZ. These studies were randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trials to evaluate the effects of distilled MSM on moderate osteoarthritis of the knee. More research studies have been done in Japan with MSM, collagen, the immune system and MSM’s suppressive effects. In Illinois research with MSM on mammary carcinogensis in rats has been studied. It has also been studied for toxicity. It is not toxic. Another study was done for seasonal allergic rhinitis. This was a study done out of the Genesis Center for Integrative Medicine in Washington State. After one week taking MSM, participants exhibited noted improvement. Immune and inflammatory response were measured by laboratory results. Improvements in runny nose, watery, itchy eyes, nasal obstruction, coughing and sneezing were significantly improved after taking MSM for 3 weeks. Even breathing and energy levels, as well as shortness of breath and other chest and lung symptoms, showed significant improvement.

I have paraphrased all of this material. Please note that these studies have been completed. If you need more details you can contact us. All works have been published in various journals and communication forms.

Hooray! Finally some supportive documented proof that it works! The osteoarthritis study said, in laymen’s terms, that there was a significant reduction in pain and an increased ability to perform activities of daily living. Minimally, we can lift our forks, we can raise our glasses, we can walk and stretch and bend with less pain and stiffness. We can open jars and doors, we can pull on our socks. We can live! Also, a significant reduction in serum homocysteine, was noted. (No small thing!) Homocysteine is a risk factor for cardio-vascular disease. Also, reduction in urinary markers for stress were also observed.

What a breakthrough!

Homocysteine is the little culprit that helps form clots in our blood stream. Can be the cause of stroke, clots and heart attacks.

Is there any wonder that I want to shout to the rooftops of our world? As a nurse I am excited for all us out there that are in pain and have lost some of our ability to function in our daily lives. As a fellow sufferer I want to shout that there is something natural and organic that will help me and you. I see this as a breakthrough of major proportion. We have been taking MSM for many years now, since approximately 1995. We believe that it has had a major effect on our quality of life.

Keep reading for more information on MSM!

Are you sulfur-deficient?

Beth Ley, PhD says sulfur deficiencies are associated with:

• Slow wound healing
• Scar tissue
• Brittle nails
• Brittle hair
• Gastrointestinal problems
• Regulation of inflammation
• Lung Dysfunction
• Arthritis
• Acne
• Rashes
• Depression
• Memory Loss

Our bodies are always in a state of repair. If we do not have the necessary parts, the repair will turn out less than perfect.

What professionals are saying about MSM:

“People with arthritis report substantial relief while supplementing MSM in their diet. MSM has also demonstrated a remarkable ability to relieve pain associated with Muscle soreness and leg cramps.” - Dr. Earl Mindell RPH, PhD Prof. of Nutritional Studies at Pacific Western Univ.

“Many of my rheumatoid arthritis patients report rapid and substantial relief from symptoms. I find this amazing supplement helps all kinds of pain. I’ve been practicing medicine for 50 years, and in all those years I’ve never seen a substance like this.” - Ronald M. Lawrence M.D. Assistant Clinical Prof. UCLA School of Medicine and founding member of the American Association for the Study of Pain.