MSM promotes joint comfort and mobility by helping maintain healthy connective tissue. It features OptiMSM which is a patented, highly purified form of MSM. MSM also helps keep skin, hair and nails healthy by promoting the production of keratin.
MSM is an abbreviation for methylsulfonylmethane which is an organic sulfur compound. MSM contains two oxygen and two methyl groups bound to a sulfur. As it donates its methyl groups, MSM enables important metabolic functions, including energy transduction and enzyme regulation. MSM’s use in joint and skin health stems from its organic sulfur support of the disulfide bonds that reinforce collagen fibers, a property that’s believed to promote connective tissue integrity and resilience. MSM’s immunomodulation may also block cartilage breakdown as it promotes cartilage formation and repair, helping to maintain comfortable flexibility. In soft tissues, MSM’s collagen support and soothing properties may help promote recovery after exercise. In skin, it appears to help fight visible signs of aging while supporting suppleness. As a building block for keratin, MSM may offer additional support for healthy hair and nails