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MSM
Articles by a Naturopathic
Doctor ( N.D.)
MSM is a
sulphur-containing compound
that is used as an analgesic
and anti-inflammatory ... |
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A derivative
of DMSO and is safer
to use because it
does not accumulate
as rapidly in the
body and does not
have an offensive
odour. As a source
of organic sulphur, MSM helps to build protein, connective tissue, hormones
and enzymes. Its pain relieving activity is believed to be fourfold.
Firstly it can
reduce the
transmission of pain
signals along nerve
fibers.
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Secondly it increases blood flow to an area.
Thirdly it reduces
muscle spasms.
And lastly,
MSM stops the
release of
inflammatory
compounds. MSM can
also help the body
to detoxify by
supporting the
functioning of the
liver. MSM can be
helpful for those
individuals who have
inflammatory
conditions like
arthritis, lupus and
interstitial
cystitis, suffer
from seasonal
allergies, or have
pain due to other
health conditions.
MSM
can be purchased as
capsules or powder.
Another name for MSM
is DMSO2.
It is combined with
other
anti-inflammatory
agents in formulas
for musculoskeletal
health, allergies
and pain relief.
MSM is often added
to creams and
ointments for the
healing of skin
conditions and
relief of joint
pain.
Moisture and heat
destroy the MSM
content of foods and
supplements. Take a
vitamin C with your
MSM to improve its
effect. There is
no known toxicity or
side effects from MSM.
The therapeutic
effect of MSM may
take 3 weeks to
appear. |
MSM – QUICK
FACTS
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FOOD SOURCES
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Fresh fish,
meat, fruit,
milk.
Supplemental
DMSO. |
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APPLICATIONS |
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Pain,
inflammation,
osteoarthritis,
interstitial
cystitis,
lupus,
seasonal
allergies. |
OPTIMUM
DOSAGE
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2000-6000mg
daily.
(Clinical
doses may be
higher as
recommended
by your
practitioner. |
WORKS WELL
WITH
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Glucosamine,
chondroitin
sulfate,
collagen
type II. |
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Take a
vitamin C
with your
MSM to
improve its
effect.
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There is no
known
toxicity or
side effects
from MSM.
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health care
practitioner before
taking natural
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2001 - 2011. For educational
purposes only. Please note
that while National Nutrition
supports your right to use
natural health care products for
any therapeutic purpose that you
see fit, that the information on
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considered as a claim or as a
substitute for medical advice. |
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