Fw: More Info on MSM

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More Info on MSM

Just got this article in one of my herbal newsletters and thought I'd pass it

along.

MSM stands for methylsulfonylmethane. MSM is an organic sulfur

compound that exists to some extent in all living things. MSM is a

basic nutrient required for the proper functioning of the body. Most

people are deficient in this nutrient.

Sulphur is responsible for the ionic exchange within the

sodium-potassium pump in the cell. Sulphur is needed to maintain cell

membrane permeability. This is important to ensure that nutrients are

delivered into the cell and toxins and other waste products can exit.

A lack of sulphur prevents the transport of free radicals, chemicals

and foreign particles out of the cells, which, if not excreted, can

lead to many allergic reactions such as Asthma, ear nose and throat

infections, hay fever, headaches, fatigue and gastrointestinal

problems.

Sulphur is a component of insulin, the very important hormone that

regulates the uptake of glucose by cells for use as energy. A lack of

sulphur can result in low insulin production or cell resistance to

insulin which in turn brings about excess blood sugar leading to

diabetes. Sulphur is also needed for thiamine and biotin which are

also needed for normal carbohydrate metabolism. Sulphur plays a part

in tissue respiration, the process whereby oxygen is used to build

new cells. A lack of sulphur can lead to replaced cells being

dysfunctional and causing serious health related problems. Sulphur

will help the immune system inhibit chemical carcinogens.

Sulphur is a required structural mineral found in the proteins of most

tissues in the body such as the skin, blood vessels, organs, hair and

nails. Sulphur makes up the flexible disulphide bonds within protein

structure in tissues providing elasticity and movement. Sulphur is

also necessary for healing and repair of these tissues from internal

injury and free radical damage. MSM contributes to the production of

ground substance (muccopolysaccharides) which keeps connective tissue

intact. Researchers claim that MSM can help improve joint flexibility,

reduce stiffness, swelling and pain, improve circulation and break up

calcium deposits or water bonds in the synovial fluid.

Sulphur is known as natures Beauty mineral as it keeps the hair glossy

and smooth, nails pliable and strong, and complexion clear and

youthful. It has been used for scar tissue, burns, acne, psoriasis,

eczema, dermatitis, dandruff, scabies, and many skin rashes. We

have seen this work miracles in animals and humans with chronic skin

conditions!

Other Benefits...

For Insect bites, MSM reacts with foreign protein (like venom & toxins

injected by insects), by locking them up, neutralizing the poisons,

which can then be harmlessly eliminated.

For Sunburn, MSM contributes significant permeability and pliability

to all tissues including the skin, it prevents blistering and promotes

faster healing from sun or wind damage.

For Infection, especially chronic ones, Sulphur functions quickly

throughout the system by increasing nutrient absorption which improves

many digestive disorders such as constipation, heartburn, colitis.

It is a natural antibiotic. MSM competes for binding receptor sites

at the mucus membrane surface and therefore discourages infections

such as candida and removes parasites such as round worms.