Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) CAS 67-71-0

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a chemical found naturally in cow's milk and in a variety of foods, including some types of meat, seafood, fruits, and vegetables. MSM is also sold in dietary supplement form. Some believe that the substance can treat a wide range of health problems, most notably arthritis.  MSM contains sulfur, a chemical element known to play a role in many biological processes. Proponents suggest that increasing your intake of sulfur can improve your health, in part by fighting chronic inflammation.

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a naturally occurring sulfur compound stored in every cell of the body. It helps the hair, skin, and nails grow faster, softer and stronger apart from improving neurological functions and reducing pain. Continue to read to know the other benefits of this supplement and why it is essential for you!

MSM is a strong antioxidant, capable of inactivating free radicals.

MSM provides the sulfur for powerful antioxidants such as glutathione, and amino acids methionine, cysteine and taurine.

MSM potentiates the effect of other nutritional antioxidants, such as vitamins C, vitamin E, coenzyme Q10, and selenium.

In animal studies, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) has been found to soften skin and strengthen nails.

Another study found that Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) can also be used to improve erythematous-telangiectatic rosacea. It improved skin redness, papules, itching, hydration, and returned the skin to a normal color.

MSM did not improve the burning sensation that some patients experience as a symptom of Rosacea. However, it did improve the intensity and longevity of the stinging sensation.

A study done in animals found that methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is an effective supplement to decrease muscle damage via promotion on antioxidant capacity.

Increased antioxidant capacity inhibited lipid peroxidation (destruction of fat), which helped decrease leakage, and thus the release of CK and LDH in the blood.

CK and LDH levels are usually elevated after intense muscle usage. MSM facilitates repair and is able to remove lactic acid, which causes the burning sensation after exercise.

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) also repairs rigid fibrous tissue cells in muscles that are broken down during muscle usage. Thus, it decreases muscle pain and improves muscle recovery and increase energy levels.

3 g of MSM supplementation daily for 30 days in healthy, moderately active men is able to reduce muscle soreness.