From Dr. James' Teachings
Having sulphur in our bodies is very important. It is the fourth most plentiful mineral in the human body and can be found in nearly every cell. Methylsulphonylmethane (MSM) is a naturally occurring organic sulphur compound found in both plant and animal tissues. Herbal MSM provides this important nutrient in a form that is readily introduced into the body.
Sulphur participates in a remarkable number of normal body functions. It is required for healthy connective tissues, healthy joints, ligaments, tendons, skin, hair, nails, and many of the body's natural repair and maintenance processes. It also plays an important role in the body's normal detoxification pathways and in helping cells utilize the nutrients they receive.
MSM has traditionally been valued for supporting the body's natural defenses against environmental irritants while assisting normal detoxification and elimination. Sulphur is also necessary for the production of glutathione, one of the body's most important antioxidants, which helps neutralize free radicals and supports healthy liver function. It also contributes to the formation of compounds involved in fatty acid metabolism, cholesterol production, vitamin D synthesis, bile production, steroid hormone production, healthy red blood cell formation, and normal nervous system function.
Sulphur is required for the production of insulin and helps maintain healthy cell permeability, allowing nutrients to move into the cells where they are needed. It supports healthy digestion by assisting the body's ability to metabolize proteins, fats, and starches while helping improve the absorption and utilization of the foods we eat.
Because sulphur is necessary for the production of keratin and collagen, MSM has traditionally been used to support healthy skin, hair, nails, tooth enamel, connective tissues, bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. It has also been traditionally used to support healthy eyes, oral tissues, normal mental alertness, healthy responses to everyday physical stress, and overall wellness.
In the clinic we often joked that if we could tag the MSM and send it to specific places to do specific things, it would be an even more valuable addition to our therapy modalities. It never seemed to follow our instructions. Instead, the body always appeared to use it wherever it was needed most. We found that Herbal MSM, in addition to the plethora of systems it positively affected, also assisted in the absorption and utilization of the herbs, vitamins, minerals, and formulas that were taken alongside it.
From My Own Practice
I absolutely love Herbal MSM. It is an outstanding companion formula, but it is also a phenomenal standalone formula. On its own, it provides the body with an important source of sulfur to help support the body's overall systems and its ongoing need for this valuable mineral.
I also use Herbal MSM alongside many other herbs, vitamins, minerals, and formulas. I may recommend a formula that is more specific to a person's primary concern, but Herbal MSM can be a valuable addition because of the way it supports absorption, utilization, and the body's ability to make use of the nutrition it is receiving.
The way I think of it is that the body has its own priorities. Herbal MSM does not have to be aimed at one specific area. The body seems to use it where support is needed most, and that is one of the reasons I appreciate it so much as part of a nutritional program.
In my practice, I may use Herbal MSM when supporting autoimmune concerns, connective tissue, joints, skin, digestion, detoxification, or overall nutritional support. It is not limited to one system, and that is what makes it such a useful formula.
Dosage Guide
The directions on the bottle provide a general recommendation. In my own practice, I view those amounts as a starting point, not a limit. During times of greater discomfort, I adjust the amount and frequency according to the level of support the body seems to need.
A personal note for my clients: If we've worked together recently, please follow the recommendations I gave you during your consultation. They were personalized to your individual health needs, goals, and circumstances and may differ from the general dosage suggestions provided here or on the bottle.
Support Needed
Maintenance
Mild
Moderate
Intensive
Common Amount
2 capsules daily
2 capsules twice daily
2 capsules three times daily
3 capsules three times daily
Once you begin noticing improvement, you can usually reduce to the lowest amount that continues to provide the support you need.
Traditional Uses of the Contents
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MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) has traditionally been used to support healthy connective tissues throughout the body, including joints, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, muscles, and bones. As a naturally occurring source of organic sulfur, it has also been valued for supporting healthy skin, hair, nails, and the normal production of keratin and collagen. Traditional use includes supporting healthy cell permeability, healthy nutrient absorption and utilization, normal digestive function, and the body's natural detoxification processes. Sulfur is also required for the formation of glutathione, one of the body's primary antioxidants, and has traditionally been used to support healthy liver function and the body's natural defenses against free radicals and environmental stressors.
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Paprika has traditionally been valued as a whole-food source of naturally occurring vitamin C and other plant compounds that help support healthy connective tissues, normal collagen formation, and the body's natural repair and maintenance processes. It has also been traditionally used to support healthy circulation and overall vitality.
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Oregano has traditionally been used to support digestive health, healthy intestinal balance, and the body's natural defenses. As a whole-food source of naturally occurring vitamin C and beneficial plant compounds, it has traditionally complemented nutritional programs intended to support healthy tissues and overall wellness.