Nowadays it is almost impossible to keep up with all the fitness and health trends and products available. The modern lifestyle is putting our mental and physical health to its limits; We are trying to do too much in a day and constantly being connected with others, trough various devices and timezones makes us less connected to ourselves. Many studies show that pollution and overusing our recourses and land, have led to a decrease in nutrients in our food and therefore we are even less equppied to tackle today's challanging lifestyle.
So what can we do to help our bodies stay healthy and strong?
One supplement that in the past couple of years has been a hot topic and subject to research is MSM, methylsulfonylmethane. A naturally-occurring substance foundin the human body and many foods. MSM can naturally be found in mammal's milk for instance, it is only in such small amounts that you cannot extract, isolate or grow the compound from a natural source, rather you need a chemical reaction to make MSM. Trough a biomimetic process achieved by distillation or crystallization, MSM purification is created. Even though it is synthetically produced it mimics the formation, function and structure of the biologic substance. Taking MSM with juiceor C-vitamin is often recommended for optimal absorbation and effect. The complete mechanism of action of MSM is not yet fully understood, but there are a few generally researched and proven benefits of taking MSM; If you are living an active lifestyle or suffering from Arthritis, and are not yet using MSM, Here are 10 resons why you should:
Reduces inflammatory markers and othxidative stress
Inhibits the development of abnormal antibodies to collagen
Prevents the production of rheumatoid factor and antinuclear antobodies (ANA)
Most users notice improvements in skin, hair and nails (especially if taken with C-vitamin, due to the increased collagen production)
Improves joint mobility and joint cartilage
Can decrease joint pain
Can speed recovery after exercise
Helps alleviate arthiritis symptoms by reducing pain and stiffness
May help relieve allergy symptoms by reducing inflammation
Can boost immunity and help you stay healthy
MSM can be found in most well-stocked natural supplement stores. Try to look for MSMOpti (it's the purest form available) Remember to start in low doses and increase with time. It is recommended to take MSM 1-3 months and then have a break (3-5 weeks) before starting again, depending on your need and lifestyle. For more information see www.msmguide.com