Maximum MSM Information
MSM (SULFUR)
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a new dietary version of sulfur that is critically involved in numerous reactions in practically all tissues and organs. It provides nutritional support for healthy tendons, ligaments and muscles. Thus, it is an essential nutrient for muscle pain, such as that caused by intense physical exercise and exertion. In addition, its role in joint swelling and pain has only now begun to be fully appreciated.

Methylsulfonylmethane is the organic form of sulfur. In contrast, sulfur contained in sulfites, and other sulfur derivatives used as food preservatives, is inorganic. The unique action of MSM in all tissues is to decrease the pressure inside the cell, and to remove fluids and toxins.

Presently, the major application of MSM is for swollen and painful joints. That is quite understandable, since sulfur is normally found in and around bone structures in the body. By the same token, MSM relieves post-exercise muscle pain. At least some studies have shown that dietary supplementation with MSM preserves cartilage.

Roughly one-half of the total sulfur in the body is concentrated in the muscle, skin and bones. One of the well-known benefits of MSM as a dietary supplement is its ability to relieve pain and inflammation. With advancing years, as the metabolic attrition in the body increases, so does the inflammation as it tries to fight the adverse effect of normal age-related wear and tear and increased production of free radicals. A similar situation is noted after intense exercise, which can lead to localized inflammation. As the cells become inflamed, they swell resulting in pain. Since MSM restores flexibility and permeability to the cell walls, fluids pass through the cell membrane more readily, which reduces pressure, and alleviates pain. Likewise, with increased permeability of the cell membrane, harmful substances, such as lactic acid, and toxins are removed from the cell.

Methylsulfonylmethane has also been called the beauty mineral. Ample supply of sulfur is needed to keep the hair glossy and smooth, and the complexion clear and youthful. Therefore, MSM provides a natural alternative to maintain healthy skin, nails and hair.

Ultimate Nutrition's Maximum MSM is especially blended with vitamin C. Vitamin C helps the absorption of MSM and, given that MSM also has free radical scavenging properties, both vitamin C and MSM work together to produce healthy cells for optimal health.


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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Daily Dosage of MSM?
Due to its many benefits, a daily dosage of between 1000 and 3000 milligrams is usually recommended. Of course, the optimum daily dosage depends upon the body size, age, and the use for which MSM is expressly taken.

How Should MSM Be Taken?
It should be taken with water or any other nutritious fluid. When taking MSM, generous amounts of healthy and nutritious fluids should be ingested.

Why Does Ultimate Nutrition's Maximum MSM Contain Vitamin C?
Vitamin C is known to stimulate the absorption of MSM. Furthermore, being free radical scavengers, both vitamin C and MSM work in concert with each other to trigger the building of new cells in the body. Since vitamin C is found in large amounts in fresh fruit, their intake while on MSM has been recommended.

What is the Source of MSM?
The source of MSM is normally lignin from pine trees. Lignin is a molecule that is a part of the cell walls in plants. The pine tree lignin is an ideal source of effective and safe MSM.

What Foods Contain Natural, Organic Sulfur?
Among the foods rich in organic sulfur are sunflower seeds, garlic, lentils, soybeans and yogurt.

What Are the Contraindication?
Individuals with kidney problems or recurrent kidney stones should not take MSM. Certain renal tubular defects can increase the risk of recurrent kidney stones. Among other contraindications are congenital error of kidney metabolism in which the processing of sulfur-containing amino acids in the body is impaired.



Maximum MSM Ingredients
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) - 100mg, (purified fine food grade, minimum purity 99.7%), Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) - 75mg*, [*Supplies 125% of the U.SReference Daily Intake (RDI)]

Maximum MSM Suggested Usage
As a dietary supplement, take one capsule daily for every 75 lb (34kg) of body weight.

Maximum MSM Contains
Methylsulfonylmethane

Maximum MSM Does Not Contain
Starch, Wax, Preservatives,Yeast, Artificial Color, Flavor.

Maximum MSM

*These statements about Maximum MSM have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Maximum MSM is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.