Methylsulfonylmethane (also known as MSM) is a dietary supplement. MSM is fast becoming the most popular supplement in the ever-growing world of nutrition.
MSM supplement is an especially versatile supplements, and has been used for a variety of applications, such as for its anti inflammatory effects and to reduce acidity in the body, treat gastrointestinal disorders and constipation, increase circulation and promote connective tissue health.
New uses include for lupus, snoring, breast cancer, colon cancer, parasites, muscle soreness and cramps, diabetes, eye health, stress and mental disorders.
The three most popular and effective application of MSM are in treating asthma, allergies and arthritis.
MSM is considered very safe. Toxicity is extremely rare: the lethal dose of MSM in mice was found to be more than 20 grams per kilogram of body weight. No toxic effects were shown in humans given up to one gram per kilogram of body weight per day for 30 days. Few long-term studies have been done, but one unpublished study found no side effects or measurable toxicity in volunteers using MSM during a six month period.