MSM powder with OptiMSM, 500 grams

MSM steht für methylsulfonylmethane

Also known as organically bound sulphur. MSM consists of two methyl groups and approximately 34% elemental sulphur. MSM occurs in nature, for example in rainwater and in fresh fruit and vegetables (1 to 4 mg MSM per kg). MSM is comparatively volatile and is lost when exposed to high temperatures or stored for extended periods. Breast milk represents the most prominent natural source of MSM.

MSM is indispensable for life on Earth

The relevance of MSM for terrestrial life is enormous. Life on Earth as we know it would not be possible without MSM. MSM is formed naturally within the Earth’s sulphur cycle: algae and phytoplankton in the seas take up large quantities of inorganic sulphur from seawater and transform it into a simple organic form. When algae and plankton die, enzymes break down organic sulphur compounds into dimethyl sulphide (DMS). This is a volatile compound that is poorly soluble in water. It therefore accumulates in the atmosphere, where it is converted by ultraviolet light and ozone into dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and further into methylsulfonylmethane (MSM). MSM and DMSO dissolve well in water. They provide the necessary condensation nuclei for the formation of raindrops. No clouds form and therefore there is no rain if DMSO and MSM are not present in the air. Trees and plants take up DMSO and MSM from rainwater quickly and efficiently through their roots.

Manufacturing process

Although MSM is a naturally occurring substance, it would be impractical to obtain it naturally. It would not be desirable to fell countless trees. Today, DMSO, water and hydrogen peroxide are used as raw materials. DMSO is then converted into MSM by means of a complex process. It is of great importance that the manufacturing process used yields a pure end product. Unfortunately, this does not appear to be the case in the production of MSM. The costly distillation process, which effectively removes possible impurities in the raw materials, is absolutely to be preferred over the commonly used (much cheaper) crystallisation process.

The MSM powder OptiMSM® from Vitals is a product of Bergstrom Nutrition and contains no excipients. It consists of 100% pure MSM. Bergstrom has invested for many decades in research for the development, optimisation, production, application and safety of OptiMSM®. This is an ongoing process in which the highest quality is the criterion. Only high-quality materials and raw materials are used in production. In addition, Bergstrom uses a unique multiple-distillation process that is regarded as superior. Production takes place exclusively at a single site, namely in North America. The production facility is used exclusively for MSM manufacture.  Tests are conducted by an independent laboratory after each manufacturing step. This method ensures that quality is maintained throughout the entire manufacturing process. The result is a very high-quality MSM product: OptiMSM®. For this reason OptiMSM® has emerged as the purest product in all comparative tests.

Active ingredients

* No reference intake specified according to the FIC Regulation

OptiMSM® is a registered trademark of Bergstrom Nutrition. EU patent no. 0103836 and no. 0200526.

Ingredients

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM).

Recommended intake

First week 1 gram (= 1 level measuring scoop) per day, second week 2 grams per day, thereafter 3 grams per day. Take with water or fruit juice (approx. 150 ml) at a meal.
A measuring scoop of 1.25 ml (= approx. 1 gram MSM) is included. Limited shelf life after opening.

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place protected from light (do not refrigerate).

Legal notice

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of the reach of young children.