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Supplement Guide: MSM

Methylsulfonylmethane

Origin: Organic sulfur compound found naturally in fruits, vegetables, grains, animals and humans.

Dosage: Tablets, liquid, capsule or powder, topical and oral. Typically 1,000 mg to 3,000 mg daily with meals.

Claims: Reduces pain and inflammation.

What we know: MSM is an organic sulfur compound. Sulfur is needed to form connective tissue. MSM also seems to act as an analgesic by lessening nerve impulses that transmit pain.

Studies: A 2006 pilot study of 50 men and women with knee osteoarthritis showed that 6,000 mg of MSM improved symptoms of pain and physical function without major side effects. No large, well-controlled human studies have been performed.

MSM may cause stomach upset or diarrhea. Don’t use MSM if you are taking blood thinners.

caryn st john

12 Aug 2010, 09:17

there is an otc product with msm that works for arthritis pain, penetran+Plus. not an digestible, a topical lotion. worth trying.

Bill

17 Jul 2010, 22:57

I was recently diagnosed with advanced severe arthritis in my right heel my heel is deteriating so it is bone on bone the pain is horrible anyone have a remedy I have started taking msm for about 2 weeks so far not alot of relief. wondering if the heel wedges would help.....

Diana

10 Jul 2010, 22:02

I started taking a 1500 mg tablet of MSM with a large breakfast, porridge + yoghurt & blueberries, for severe inflammation, arthritis & joint deterioration & constant pain. Within 3 days I started to feel unwell, tummy unwell all day. By the fourth & fifth day I felt very unwell like & extremely fatigued. I stopped taking it on the sixth day & started to feel better. By the seventh day I'm feeling significantly better. If it really helps the problems I've listed I'd like to take it however I can't if it's going to make me feel sick. Do you have any suggestions? Also I think it's important the any potential side effects of anything ingested is clearly indicated on the product labeling. I phoned the manufacturer & the customer service person said there were no side effects whatsoever which is untrue.

stephanie j

10 Jun 2010, 18:46

try www.msm.com.

Krista Jones

03 Jun 2010, 22:15

I have recieved amazing treatment from the doc's at The Center for Health Improvement and Human Functioning in Wichita KS. After extensive testing one of the many suppliments they started me on was MSM powder. Riches MSM is the original, and is the only one carried at the Center. The Center requres extensive testing on anything they carry and all suppliments must be pharmaseautical grade. I have been fighting JRA/Adult RA/Fibromyalgia for 33 years...I am 36. Due to the treatment at the Center I have seen remarkable improvement. My pain level is under control and without any perscription medications. My fatigue is still ridiculous, but I'm not done fighting. I drive 6 hours to get to treatment, but it is worth it.

Ana Silvia

02 May 2010, 12:40

Hi
How can I know that I'm getting pure msm without aditives. Would you recomend any brand name?

Thanks.

Ana

MARCELLA ARROYO

26 Apr 2010, 16:47

IS OSTROBI-FLEX IS RECOMMENED FOR THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION ? OR THERE ANY THING BETTER FOR PAIN BUT NOT MEDS! PLEASE E-MAIL ME ///GOD BLESS ALL,,

Rex

26 Jan 2010, 10:56

For Joanne

I was told I needed a full knee replacement by one surgeon. I sought a second opinion and the second surgeon suggested that I first try a $20.00 set of heel wedges due to my alignment. I have bone on bone, but had immediate and noticeable relief. I later went ahead with orthotics from a cast prepared by a podiatrist as they are more permanent than the softer heel wedges. It has been two years since I have used the inserts as well as an injection of a synthetic fluid (Systnex?). My knee is better than it has been in over five years in respect to mobility and pain reduction. I hope you give the wedges a try; I wouldn't think they could hurt. I use the wedges for different shoes as the orthotics are fairly expensive. Hope this helps.

Gina

31 Aug 2009, 18:39

As far as I know, the Sulphur in MSM is not the same as that which affects those who are allergic to Sulfa antibiotics. I personally use MSM topically and I am also allergic to Sulfa antibiotics. I've had no ill affects thus far. As always, your best bet is to check with your physician.

Nelton Latigue

16 Jun 2009, 14:30

I am allergy to sulfur. Can I take MSM the organic sulfur. Is it the same. Let me know because I want to get off of medicine for
Ra.

ROBERT JONES

03 Jun 2009, 21:59

i am taking exforge 5mg should i take MSM
for my knee arthritis ?

Del

09 May 2009, 19:04

Does baby aspirin qualify as "blood thinners" referenced as a reason to avoid taking msm?

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