Explainer: What is MSM and its health benefits?
Called by many names, MSM has only been around for a few years, but has been embraced by naturalists for its health benefits.
Known for its ability to fight inflammation in topical creams, methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a powerful tool useful for people fighting temporary and chronic pains. An organic sulfur derived from pine trees, the supplement can be found in dietary supplements and topical creams.
Scientists continue to study MSM and how it can be used to better people’s lives. Keep reading to learn more about MSM and how it can be used in topical or oral supplements.
Methylsulfonylmethane’s beginnings
As a derivative of pine trees, MSM was recently discovered in the 19th century.
Dr. Robert Herschler and Dr. Stanley Jacob discovered Dimethyl Sulfoxide while making paper and noted its ability to permeate the skin. As scientists studied DMSO’s properties, they identified MSM and noted its presence in plants, animals, and the human body.
As a bioavailable sulfur, it has since been utilized by naturalists as a plant-powered product through pine and other sources.
What can MSM help?
MSM has many uses; however, not all of them are yet backed by ample evidence and science.
As both an oral and topical cream, evidence shows it’s helpful in reducing inflammation and assisting joints. It has been used to reduce osteoarthritis pain and swelling. . More studies are needed to establish its ability to support gastrointestinal conditions and other bodily afflictions.
Talk to your doctor before taking any new supplements in any dosage.
Cream or Oral Supplement?
MSM has been prescribed both topically and orally.
One study noted that people with osteoarthritis of the knee showed slight improvement when taking Osteoarthritis orally. However, the side effects of oral MSM aren’t well documented, and due to the unknown, doctors recommend that people who are pregnant or nursing avoid MSM. Additionally, they caution people not to take MSM orally with other herbal or natural supplements, blood medication, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS.)
As a topical cream, organic sulfur permeates the skin and assists muscles, bones, and joints at the cellular level. As a result, it can be great to relieve arthritis pain, muscle soreness, and cramping.
Conclusion
As a result, scientists have noted the benefits for MSM on our temporary and chronic aches and pains, especially for arthritic pain.
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