THE MIRACLE SUPPLEMNT: METHYLSULFONYLMETHANE (MSM)

Methylsulfonylmethane, commonly called MSM is an organic Sulfur compound found in green plants, animals, and humans. It can also be made in a laboratory. Biologically active sulfur is one of the most critical nutrients for our bodies to remain youthful and energetic.  As we age, along with a diet deficient in essential nutrients, our bodies become stiff, our cells become rigid, and our overall energy begins to rapidly decelerate. Sulfur is present in many natural unprocessed foods, but it’s quickly lost during the cooking process. 

How does MSM work? MSM supplements supply the body with extra sulfur for creating methionine, which helps in important bodily processes like making other chemicals, forming connective tissue, synthesizing/metabolizing foods and absorbing nutrients to be used for energy.

MSM is gaining a lot of attention due to the recent focus on longevity and anti-aging technologies.  Here’s a list of the impressive benefits that MSM delivers:

1.      It is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent due to its ability to allow metabolic wastes to be removed from the cells. It is because Sulfur needs to be present in order for these toxins and wastes to be removed. Excess weight on the body is inflammation. MSM supplements are also beneficial for helping the body form new joint and muscle tissue while lowering inflammatory responses that contribute to swelling and stiffness. MSM helps repair the rigid fibrous tissue cells in our muscles that become broken down during exercise, therefore helping prevent them from swelling for prolong periods of time.

2.      MSM is highly effective in improving joint flexibility. Research suggests that MSM can act like a natural analgesic, help prevent and treat muscles ache and pains, throbbing and swelling while improving range of motion and mobility.  It’s been shown to help muscle recovery after exercise, injuries and even surgeries.

3.      MSM helps to improve skin health and restore hair growth. MSM has been shown to help boost both collagen and keratin levels, two nutrients we absolutely need to form new hair strands and also rebuild strong nails and skin cells. Sagging skin and wrinkles, as well as dry, cracked skin are all developed through a loss of collagen. MSM works together with Vitamin C to build new, healthy tissues. It’s also highly noted to contribute to exceptional strength and thickness of the hair and nails, which can be noticed in just a couple weeks of consistent use. 

4.      It naturally increases energy. Due to the increased permeability of the cells, less energy is required to deal with the accumulation of toxins. Digestion is the biggest energy requirement of the body (Approximately 70-80% of your energy is spent on digestion each day). MSM increases the absorption of nutrients so that the energy expenditure on digestion is vastly reduced. 

5.      It helps body adapts to stress. Taking MSM before exercising, such as running, seems to reduce muscle damage and other markers of stress. It can also reduce fatigue felt after stressful events and support an upbeat mood, energy levels and normal digestion. 

6.      It helps detoxify the body. One of the most important features of MSM is that it makes your cells more permeable. i.e. it allows toxins and metabolic waste products to easily be moved out of the cells, while essential nutrients and hydration can be moved in.

Also importantly, MSM’s sulfur plays an important role in the production of glutathione, considered to be a “master antioxidant” and an important agent for detoxification.

How much MSM do you need? The FDA doesn’t recognize a recommended dietary allowance for an MSM supplement because there’s no proven symptoms of sulfur deficiency described in medical literature as of now. Therefore, the dosage you’ll want to take depends on what you’re using MSM for and your current state of health. MSM supplement is available in powder form, cream form and capsule/tablet form.