Help with Search    

MSM


Home | Supplements | MSM
MSM is promoted as a natural source of sulfur by the supplement and health food industry. There is no Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) or Daily Value established for sulfur. MSM is sold as a dietary supplement that is marketed with a variety of claims, and is commonly used (often in combination with glucosamine and/or chondroitin) for helping to treat or prevent osteoarthritis. The biochemical effects of supplemental methylsulfonylmethane are poorly understood. Some researchers have suggested that MSM has anti-inflammatory effects. Any health effects of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) may be mediated, at least in part, by MSM. Stanley W. Jacob, M.D., of the Oregon Health and Science University, reports using MSM to treat over 18,000 patients with a variety of ailments. According to one review, "The benefits claimed far exceed the number of scientific studies. It is hard to build a strong case for its use other than for treating arthritis problems.

Show
Products 1-6 of 6
Products 1-6 of 6