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MSM has one of the lowest toxicity levels in biology and pharmacology.
It has a similar toxicity rating to water (5)
MSM is now taken by an estimated 5 million people.
Contra indications:
Pregnant or lactating mothers.
Many mothers take a wide variety of supplements before, during
and after birth. Taking supplements during this time is a matter of personal choice
and responsibility.
MSM and other minerals may be difficult to metabolise by people
suffering from autism spectrum disorder.
It is important to consult your GP or a registered nutritionally
oriented health care provider before taking supplements especially if you have
a health condition or serious health complaint.
If you should experience any unusual reaction always consult
your GP or a registered nutritionist who will be able to advise you.
1. MSM - What does it stand
for ?
MSM stands for Methyl-Sulfonyl-Methane also known as Dimethyl-Sulfone. Top
2. MSM - What is it exactly ?
MSM is a pure and beneficial form of the mineral sulphur. Sulphur
is the eight most prevalent mineral in the body. MSM is a naturally occurring
nutrient found in nearly all living organisms, plant, animal and human.
Dietary Sources of MSM
Dietary sources of MSM include meat, fish, poultry, the vegetables,
Cabbage, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Garlic, Onions, Grains, Beans, Legumes and
Unpasturised milk (approx 2 to 6 parts per million), coffee (approx 1.5 parts
per million).
Laboratory analysis of the urine of men, women and children
found they excreted 4mg to 11mg of MSM during a 24hr period. (Ref
42)
W Martin of the Pharmakin Gmbh of ULM Germany found a significant
concentration of MSM (approx 4mg) in the plasma of an average sized adult (based
on 100 samples) (Ref 42)
When we take MSM (organic sulphur) we are simply taking a mineral
which should form part of our normal daily diet.
MSM is a "Sulfonyl" -
Methyl-sulfonyl-methane. It is not related to the common sulphurs, sulphates, sulphites or sulphur drugs which are known to cause irritation to membranes.
DistilPure MSM Crystal Flakes are an ultra pure, natural organic
and highly bio-available form of MSM recommended and used by health professionals.
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3. What does MSM look like ?
People think of sulphur as being yellow and smelly ! During 34 years of research into sulphur compounds, Dr Jacob found that the heavy, smelly components of sulphur could be removed, leaving behind a pure white essential form of the mineral which is called MSM.
In it’s purest organic form it looks like white crystals, similar
in size to white caster sugar crystals but slightly "flatter" so is
sometimes referred to as flakes.
MSM is also available in powder, capsule and tablet form. To
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4. What does MSM do for our health ?
Organic sulphur is a vital ingredient in the formation of keratin,
collagen and elastin (disulphide bonds) which give flexibility, tone and strength
to :- Muscles, bones, joints, internal membranes, skin, hair and nails.
The human body contains a relatively large amount of sulphur.
Our skin, hair and nails all have a high sulphur content - In fact if you have
ever been unfortunate enough to burn your hair or skin, the nasty smell that followed
is the sulphur content burning!
Nutritionists previously thought it was unlikely that we could
become deficient. During the last few decades however, a number of factors have
taken their toll:
- Over farming of land leading to deficiencies in the food chain.
- Long term storage of foods.
- More processed and preserved foods.
- A large increase in the use of fast foods and pre-prepared foods.
Consequently some people are now thought to be deficient.
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5. Is MSM a new supplement ?
Although relatively new in the United Kingdom, it has been available in the USA for nearly 20 years.
MSM has become so popular it’s now sold by nearly every major
chain store throughout America, used by an estimated five million people.
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6. Is MSM a drug ?
No, it’s a naturally occurring mineral. MSM is a dietary sulphur
supplement.
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7. Is MSM safe ?
Yes, MSM has been found to have one of the lowest toxicity levels in pharmacology.
It has a similar toxicity rating to water (5)
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8. I'm taking medication, will MSM clash with my medication ?
MSM is a nutritional supplement not a drug. Rather like any other supplement, when used with common sense, it can be taken safely.
Remember if you have a serious health complaint you should always consult your GP and ask his or her advice. Top
9. Long term safety ?
Regarding it’s long term safety, Dr Jacob used MSM during a period of 20 years at the Oregon health Sciences University Hospital, treating over 12,000 patients with a variety of dosages from 500 mg to several thousand milligrams daily, he found no contraindications or serious side effects from it's use.
MSM is a metabolite (a cousin) of Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) which is now used in 120 countries by an estimated half-a-billion people.
Take your own medicine !
Of interest, Dr Jacob has taken MSM personally on a daily basis every since it's discovery over 20 years ago !
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