MSM, also called MSM Sulfur, is a unique all natural substance found in relatively high concentrations in all our body tissues. Officially it is called methylsulfonylmethane. Historically, its best source for humans has been raw foods - all plants concentrate the MSM that their roots naturally collect from rain water. If we would eat all our food fresh and raw, our diet would contain an abundant supply of MSM. Unfortunately, the organic sulfur is lost with almost any processing, like cooking, canning, drying, or even long term storage.

So MSM is neither a medicine nor a drug, it is a dietary element found naturally in many foods. It should never be confused with the inorganic sulfur compounds used to preserve foods, or the sulfa drugs, which can cause allergic reactions in some people. In fact, acute, intermediate and long term studies indicate that MSM exhibits very low toxicity, even at relatively high dosages. How low? About eight times less toxic than table salt, MSM's toxicity profile is similar to that of glycerine and water! Amazingly, experts find MSM among the safest supplements available. It is even reported to help reduce the body's allergic reaction to many normal allergens.

There have been many studies that suggest all sorts of possible health benefits, including help with arthritis, allergies, asthma, migraine headaches, energy and alertness, sports pain, inflamation, chronic constipation, parasites, an increase in the body's ability to produce insulin, carpal tunnel, muscle cramps and back pain, and speeding wound healing. A lot of good information about MSM can be found on the Internet, in books and health magazines. We offer two interesting and informative books to help you learn about this fantastic nutrient.

How is it taken? The most economical way is to simply mix a small amount of the powder into a half glass of water, or juice. Since MSM has a slightly bitter taste, many people quickly drink the half glass of water mixed with MSM and follow it with a glass of juice.

Another way is to do what a friend in West Virginia recommends... He mixes ½ teaspoon of powder with a big pinch (about 1/8 teaspoon) cream of tartar (usually found with spices or baking supplies) and one tablespoon of honey. When it is thoroughly mixed, he adds about 8 ounces of water. This actually makes a drink that tastes good! It is often recommended to start with half this amount at one time.

On the other hand, for convenience some people prefer to take their MSM in capsules. Either way, researchers suggest that vitamin C taken with the MSM can be even more helpful.

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