MSM is a strong antioxidant, capable of binding and inactivating free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules and atoms with unpaired electrons, which, by force of nature, attract electrons from their surrounding environment. Free radicals are not all harmful. Actually, life without free radicals is impossible. They are needed for te cellular energy production. The liver produces free radicals during the breakdown of harmful substances. And the body’s immune system uses free radicals to kill viruses and bacteria. The body houses antioxidants which bind and deactivate free radicals. The normal productions of free radicals in a healthy human therefore are harmless. However, the overproduction of free radicals can be very harmful. They can begin a chain reaction which eventually can cause great harm to cell membranes and chromosomes. Overproduction of free radicals is caused by physical and mental stress, malnutrition, air pollution, heavy metals and organic contaminants in drinking water and food, radiation and cigarette smoke. In such cases the body needs extra antioxidants from our food. MSM is such an antioxidant.
As a major sulfur donor, OptiMSM is essential for the proper functioning of the body’s anti oxidation system. When neutralizing free radicals, the body uses a variety of antioxidant enzymes that contain sulfur amino acids, and derive their structure and biological activity from sulfur bonds (S-S). Besides, MSM provides the sulfur for the amino sulfur acids methionine, cysteine and taurine, which are considered powerful antioxidants. When split off, the thiol (-SH) groups of these amino acids are capable of neutralizing free radicals (17). Sulfur is also necessary for the formation of what is considered the most powerful nutritional antioxidant, glutathione (5). And as stated before, MSM potentiates the effect of well known nutritional antioxidants as the vitamins C and E, coenzyme Q10, selenium etc. (5, 7). MSM itself also appears to act as an antioxidant (7). The mucosa contains a carbon-sulfur bond cleaving enzyme, termed C-S lyase. Studies suggest that when bound to the mucosa, cleavage of MSM provides an electron deficient group CH3SO2 which can neutralize free radicals (4).
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The way OPTIMSM impacts pain is currently explained by the following mechanisms:
• OPTIMSM is a natural analgesic: it blocks the transfer of pain impulses through nerve fibers (C-fibers).
• OPTIMSM blocks inflammations and inflammatory processes. OPTIMSM enhances the activity of cortisol, a natural anti-inflammatory hormone produced by the body.
• OPTIMSM improves the permeability of cell membranes. This improves the uptake of nutrients and many vitamins and the elimination of waste products and excess cellular fluids.
• OPTIMSM dilates blood vessels, enhancing the blood circulation. This, too, helps to eliminate waste products from the body, which speeds up healing.
• OPTIMSM is a muscle relaxant. This is an important and often overlooked benefit of OPTIMSM. Many chronic pains are aggravated by chronic muscle tension in the body.
• OPTIMSM aids the natural defense mechanisms in the body by regulating the prostaglandin metabolism, and regulates the formation of antibodies and immune complexes.
OPTIMSM slows down and restores cross linking in collagen. Cross linking in collagen is a natural process in scar formation, causing hard and often painful scar tissues. Particularly in the case of burn scars, in which large surface areas may be affected, this may lead to chronic pain. OPTIMSM heals scar tissue which makes the skin more flexible. Dramatic examples are known of people who have treated burn scars with an OPTIMSM ointment and have seen their scars almost disappear and have eliminated associated pains.
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The types of pain which has been treated successfully with OptiMSM include:
• Personal injury due to accidents, burns, etc.
• Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
• Fibromyalgia
• Lower back pains
• Headaches, migraines
• Muscle aches
• Bursitis
• Tennis elbows and other local sports injuries
• Carpal Syndrome
• Sclerosis;
• Whiplash
• RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury);
• Scars due to burns, operations, accidents, etc.
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Perhaps the most remarkable discovery regarding MSM is that OptiMSM is an effective pain killer which works with many types of chronic pain. In March 1999 a remarkable book was published: “The Miracle of MSM: The Natural Solution for Pain”. This book is based on the experience of two medical doctors who have worked with MSM. The authors are: Stanley W. Jacob, M.D., Head of the DMSO Pain Clinic in Portland, OR, and Professor at the Oregon Health Sciences University; and Ronald M. Lawrence, M.D., Ph.D., Founder of the International Association for the Study of Pain, and the American Association for the Study of Headaches. Both doctors discuss their extensive experience with MSM in this book. Combined, they have over 20 years of experience with fighting pain with MSM. They conclude that of more than 18,000 patients that suffer from chronic pain, about 70% have experienced benefits from the use of MSM, i.e., the pain either diminished or disappeared altogether. To learn more about our products click here. To place an order today for OptiMSM call us toll free at 1-800-903-0309.
All cells (and all organelles within cells) are surrounded by membranes. A membrane consists of two layers of molecules situated opposite of one another and consisting of an essential fatty acid on one end, and a sulfur containing amino acid on the other end. The amino acids are interconnected in such a manner that they form a surface into which the proteins and other membrane constituents are inserted and secured. These proteins are necessary for the transport through the cell membrane of many types of nutrients and waste materials.
Sulfur bridges form flexible connections between the cells and the surrounding connective tissues. This allows the cells to retain their elasticity. When sulfur is in short supply, the cell wall hardens, and the cells lose their elasticity. The transport proteins of the membrane become locked, and the membranes become less permeable. This results in a reduced transport of oxygen and nutrients into, and excretion of waste products from the cells. This causes a shortage of oxygen and nutrients, and an accumulation of toxic metabolic waste products inside the cells. Reduced vitality and eventually degenerative diseases are the result.
Recent insight in free radical pathology has shown that the thiol (-SH) groups of sulfur containing amino acids can protect cell membrane protein chains from oxidation. But that is not all. Studies by Dr. Johanna Budwig have demonstrated that sulfur containing amino acids in cell membranes resonate with the double connections of the fatty acids, resulting in the release of electrons. Electron clouds are formed, which can move along the fatty acid chains. In this manner, electrical currents evolve which form the basis of all electrical energy in the body. This energy can be measured in heartbeat, nerve stimulations, muscle contractions, in short, in all chemical and electrical reactions which make life possible.
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About forty years ago, Dr. Stanley Jacob and Dr. Robert Herschler, chemists with the pulp and paper plant Crown Zellerbach Corporation, were asked to find a use for lignin, one of the primary waste products of the plant. Oxidation of lignin in a reactor was shown to result in the formation of DMSO (Dimethylsulfoxide), a natural, organic form of sulfur. This water soluble compound has a strong and bitter taste, and is absorbed rapidly through the skin. Workers coming in contact with the DMSO-containing wastewater, noticed their perspiration began smelling like DMSO, and they tasted its bitterness in their mouths. Moreover, the water appeared to have special medicinal qualities. Many stories about miraculous recoveries and benefits still go around, but they cannot be authenticated. Certain is, however, that cuts, scrapes, burns and sprains recovered more quickly when dipped in this water. Several workers also noticed that conditions caused by arthritis and asthma improved when they came in contact with the DMSO-containing water (George Bergstrom, personal information).
Following its original discovery, several thousand articles and publications have appeared in the United States discussing the medicinal properties of DMSO. Because of its bitter taste and penetrating odor, DMSO never became very popular with the general public. Another problem with DMSO was that it sometimes caused skin irritation when applied topically. For these reasons researchers began looking for a more user-friendly derivative of DMSO. Oxidation of DMSO was found to produce MSM, a much more stable, organic sulfur compound with medicinal properties at least equal to DMSO, but without the odor and skin irritation complications.
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If you have used MSM in the past without getting the health results you were hoping for, there’s a good chance the product you tried was not full strength and pure. The following is the simple way you can test your MSM for purity:
Empty the contents of one capsule or one half teaspoon of MSM powder into a clear glass of water. The MSM will immediately sink to the bottom, and dissolve within a few minutes. All the contents of capsules or powder containing fillers will not sink to the bottom, and not all of the material will dissolve. You can stir it or not stir it, either way the results will be the same: the MSM will immediately sink to the bottom and dissolve and the other “stuff” will float to the top.
Granted, this test doesn’t tell you exactly what is there but it will surely tell you what isn’t there-pure MSM in any form will not float.
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Sulfur is classified as an element in the ‘Non-metals’ section which can be located in groups 14, 15 and 16 of the Periodic Table. Non-metals are not easily able to conduct electricity or heat and do not reflect light. Non-metallic elements are very brittle, and cannot be rolled into wires or pounded into sheets. Non-metallic elements exist, at room temperature, in two of the three states of matter: gases (such as oxygen) and solids (such as carbon).
The discovery of Sulfur dates back to Antiquity and used by the ancient South Americans, Asians, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans and Chinese.
MSM (methylsulphonylmethane) is a naturally occurring nutrient that can be found in foods and within our own bodies, but sometimes we need to supplement our own production of it or intake, to help give our skin a brighter, healthier glow and can be used to clear up acne-prone skin. The human body doesn’t generally produce enough MSM to treat acne. MSM taken orally or used as a topical ointment can help with controlling acne inflammation and pain of such outbreaks as well as softening your skin.
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Several things could go wrong if you suffer from sulfur deficiency. One of them is the inability to replace or repair tissue. You can also experience heightened sensitivity to pain. Sulfur deficiency is also associated with gastrointestinal problems, arthritis, acne and memory loss. Allergies may also become a problem, plus skin, nail and hair problems are very common.
As you can see MSM is a fundamental mineral to maintain a healthy body. Contact us today to place your order!
