OptiMSM®
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OptiMSM®
What is it?
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a naturally occurring compound found in plants, animals, and humans. It can also be made in the lab and added to dietary supplements.
OptiMSM® is a branded form of MSM, known for its high quality and purity. It contains sulfur, a vital element that plays a role in many biological processes. In the body, MSM acts as a sulfur source for making important biomolecules such as proteins, vitamins, and DNA.
OptiMSM® carries a "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS) status by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), meaning it has been extensively evaluated and determined to be safe when used according to specific guidelines.
How does it work?
Once consumed, OptiMSM® is rapidly absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract and distributed throughout the body via the bloodstream. This makes MSM readily available in various biological processes that use sulfur.
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Cellular Support and Optimized Hydration
Benefits of OptiMSM®
Research on OptiMSM® indicates it could offer numerous health benefits for your hydration, recovery, and overall well-being.
OptiMSM® is a rich source of sulfur, an essential mineral for the body. Sulfur is a component of amino acids, which the body uses to make proteins.
Proteins are crucial for maintaining the structure and function of cells. Plus, they are key in helping electrolytes move across cell membranes, ensuring proper hydration.
Sulfur is also essential for making collagen and other structural proteins in the body. Collagen is a major component of connective tissues such as skin, cartilage, and tendons. It’s essential for keeping these tissues strong and well-hydrated, which helps them function properly.
Recovery & Well-being
Exercise Recovery
When you work out, your body’s demand for oxygen increases to fuel your muscle’s energy needs. This leads to a rise in the production of ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species). Excessive ROS production can damage cells and tissues, resulting in fatigue, muscle soreness, and decreased performance.
Research conducted with healthy men suggests that MSM may help reduce markers of oxidative stress after acute bouts of exercise.
In another study, MSM supplementation helped relieve joint and muscle pain in people who ran a half marathon.
These findings suggest that MSM could play a role in mitigating the negative effects of exercise on muscles and tissues, allowing for faster recovery and improving overall performance.
Joint Support
Studies have tested how effective MSM is in treating joint problems such as knee osteoarthritis (OA).
In one of these studies, patients with knee OA reported 33% less pain after being treated with MSM.
Another study found that patients with knee OA treated with MSM experienced significant improvements in pain and physical function. These findings suggest that MSM could help alleviate OA symptoms and improve the quality of life of people living with this condition.
Antioxidant Properties
Oxidative stress occurs when there’s an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which can damage cells, and the body’s antioxidant defenses, responsible for neutralizing ROS.
MSM influences the activity of certain proteins inside the cells. By regulating these proteins, MSM helps keep ROS levels in check, preventing cell and tissue damage.
Supports Health Anti-inflammatory Responses
MSM modulates certain inflammatory processes in the body, potentially blocking the production of inflammatory molecules. It also alleviates oxidative stress, a key factor in triggering inflammation.
Studies have shown that OptiMSM® may help reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, allergies, and exercise.
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References
1- Nutrients. Methylsulfonylmethane: Applications and Safety of a Novel Dietary Supplement. Available: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5372953/#B25-nutrients-09-00290
2- J Int Soc Sports Nutr . MSM enhances LPS-induced inflammatory response after exercise. Available: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4595096/
3- Clin Drug Investig. Randomised, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Study of Oral Glucosamine, Methylsulfonylmethane and their Combination in Osteoarthritis. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17516722/
4- BMC Complement Altern Med. Efficacy of methylsulfonylmethane supplementation on osteoarthritis of the knee: a randomized controlled study. Available: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3141601/
5- Acta Veterinaria Scandinavica. The effect of methyl sulphonyl methane supplementation on biomarkers of oxidative stress in sport horses following jumping exercise. Available: https://actavetscand.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1751-0147-50-45#:~:text=Conclusion,and%20inflammatory%20exercise%2Dinduced%20injury.
6- J Pharm Pharmacol. Effect of chronic supplementation with methylsulfonylmethane on oxidative stress following acute exercise in untrained healthy men. Available: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21899544/
7- J Int Soc Sports Nutr . Effects of Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) on exercise-induced oxidative stress, muscle damage, and pain following a half-marathon: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial. Available: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5521097/
