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Why OptiMSM™ is the best choice
Would you like to take natural sulfur or use it externally? Now ask yourself: How do I recognize good quality? Can I be sure that I am taking pure MSM that is free of toxins? How does one differ from the other MSM? Are there any certifications I can trust? In our shop you can only buy original OptiMSM™, which is produced in the USA according to strict quality guidelines. The plant is only used for the production of MSM to prevent contamination. A patented distillation process makes OptiMSM™ the world's purest MSM, according to the manufacturer. Comprehensive and independent third-party laboratory controls confirm: OptiMSM™ is free of dangerous heavy metals and microorganisms thanks to the multi-stage distillation process.
The purity of OptiMSM™ briefly explained
Cheap MSM products, on the other hand, are often obtained in a process that in no way purifies the MSM; on the contrary, additional harmful loads can get into the end product and endanger your health. The production of OptiMSM™, on the other hand, is officially certified according to DIN ISO standards - independent and trustworthy. The GRAS certification is awarded by the Food & Drug Administration, the US Food and Drug Administration. OptiMSM™ is currently the only MSM that is GRAS certified. So you can be sure that you get the highest quality MSM in our shop. Find out below what MSM is, how people used sulfur for medical purposes thousands of years ago, why OptiMSM™ is considered the purest MSM, which recognized certificates give you security as a consumer and which MSM products you can find in our shop.
MSM - Organic Sulfur: What is it?
MSM briefly explained
No life without organic sulphur
What exactly is MSM? What is the difference between sulfur and MSM? What role does the small molecule play in the human and animal organism? The abbreviation MSM stands for methylsulfonylmethane. It is an organic compound made up of the elements sulfur and oxygen. That's why MSM is also called "organic sulphur". MSM is the compound in which sulfur occurs naturally in all living organisms: humans, animals and plants. The synonym dimethyl sulfone reveals that the MSM molecule consists of two methyl groups and one sulfur atom. Methyl groups are necessary building blocks for muscles, bones, enzymes, hormones and some neurotransmitters in humans and animals. Every second, millions of methyl groups are transported into your cells and incorporated there. Methyl groups are also involved in detoxification of the body via the liver. Incidentally, the sulfur compound methylsulfonylmethane has nothing to do with sulfur that is added to wine. And beware: do not confuse MSM natural sulfur with MMS (Miracle Mineral Supplement). In short: MSM is a natural sulfur compound that is used in a variety of processes.
History of Sulfur
A very old drug
From the sulfur of antiquity to the MSM of today
Sulfur has been used by man since ancient times. The Chinese and Egyptians used sulfur as early as 5.000 BC. The Ebers Papyrus describes how treatments were carried out with the help of sulfur. In addition, sulphurous medicinal springs have been used for thousands of years. Even today, treatments with sulphurous medicinal water are prescribed as a cure.
The MSM known today emerged from its precursor dimethyl sulfoxide – DMSO for short. In 1867, Russian scientists discovered the substance and described it in a German journal. In the 1970s, DMSO was approved as a drug for joint problems in dogs and horses. In 1978, it was used in the United States as a drug to treat a rare urinary bladder disease in humans. DMSO has been the subject of numerous international symposiums; more than 12.000 scientific papers on the biological applications and more than 28.000 papers on the chemical properties have been published.
However, DMSO was never a popular drug because it tastes bitter, smells pungent and causes skin irritation. In the late 1970s, Professor Stanley Jacob at Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland was researching the natural metabolites of DMSO. It was already known that MSM is the main metabolite of DMSO. Dimethyl sulfide reacts to MSM via the intermediate DMSO. About 15% of the DMSO ingested is converted to MSM in the liver. Presumably, the effect of DMSO was due to MSM. MSM is much easier to use because it is stable, odorless and does not cause skin irritation.
For a long time, MSM was restricted to use in animals and cosmetics. Since the 1990s, the Food & Drug Administration has also approved MSM as a dietary supplement for humans. Since then it has been popular with people and animals, with breeders and owners, for ingestion and rubbing. Bergstrom Nutrition® has been producing OptiMSM® in a dedicated facility in Vancouver, Washington USA since 1988. The family business combines around 100 years of expert knowledge and experience in the production and use of MSM.
Why OptiMSM™ is considered the purest organic sulfur
OptiMSM™ – a quality product
Why is OptiMSM™ considered the purest MSM on the market?
Why is OptiMSM™ currently the only MSM recognized by authorities as safe? First of all, you need to know how MSM is formed: hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) reacts with dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO); Methylsulfonylmethane (DMSO2) – MSM for short – and water (H2O) are formed. In order for DMSO2 to become a food, the MSM must be separated from the water and by-products after the reaction. At this point at the latest, the decisive difference between OptiMSM™ and other MSMs offered on the market arises.
Crystallization: dangerously high pollution levels
Anonymous manufacturers of cheap MSM products usually separate the MSM from the water by crystallization: the solution is cooled and the MSM forms crystals. At this point, the MSM molecule can trap contaminants from the water: mercury, cadmium, lead, fungus, yeast and bacteria - all dangerous pollutants that enter your body with the MSM product and can be harmful to your health. MSM cannot be reliably purified by crystallization. It is often difficult for the consumer to understand whether and to what extent raw materials and end products are examined in the laboratory. Supposed certifications should be critically questioned: Are the awards independent and credible? Play it safe and rely exclusively on recognized DIN standards and official certifications.
Distillation: pure and safe OptiMSM™
Balchem Corporation produces and cleans OptiMSM™ according to internationally recognized quality guidelines. Balchem Corporation is currently the only company in the world to distill MSM in four stages using a patented process and reliably remove harmful heavy metals and microorganisms from it.
Distillation takes advantage of the different boiling points of MSM, water and impurities: the solution is heated to 238°F (XNUMX°C), at which point MSM turns to vapor. Impurities in the form of organic compounds evaporate before MSM, heavy metals only evaporate at much higher temperatures and thus remain in the distillation column. The vaporized MSM cools and forms crystals that are nearly devoid of harmful strains. This procedure is repeated four times; with each pass, the MSM crystals become purer than before. The result is OptiMSM™, considered the world's purest MSM.
Laboratory tests show: Impurities are practically non-existent in OptiMSM™; the quantities are so small that they can hardly be measured. The product is stated to be 99,9% pure. A look through an electron microscope shows that clearly visible residues of heavy metals and other contaminants adhere to MSM that has been “cleaned” by crystallization. The OptiMSM™ crystal, on the other hand, is smooth, round, white and free from impurities.
Anyone who takes sulfur or uses it externally wants to do something good for their health without having to worry about exposure to heavy metals or harmful microorganisms. Extensive third-party laboratory testing confirms: OptiMSM™ is pure and safe MSM.
MSM – your security with OptiMSM
What you can rely on with our MSM
OptiMSM™ certifications and food safety
Is the production of MSM transparent? Who checks that the organic sulfur I eat is non-toxic and safe? We cannot monitor the quality of the raw materials, the manufacturing process, the company philosophy and the purity of the MSM ourselves. However, there are comprehensive quality assurance certifications that allow Balchem Corporation to offer you maximum product security. The production of OptiMSM™ is certified according to FSSC 22000 and ISO 9001; OptiMSM™ itself is GRAS-certified - currently the only MSM in the world.
This means: High-quality raw materials are processed into organic sulfur according to strict specifications. And not only that - Balchem Corporation is constantly striving to improve processes and products. Every employee works at all stages of production to exceed your expectations of the MSM product; with the result that the quality of OptiMSM™ far exceeds the minimum requirements. But what do the certifications mean in detail?
FSSC 22000 stands for "Food Safety System Certification", an internationally recognized standard for food safety. It regulates the entire production chain from the raw material to the end product. The two most important pillars are quality assurance and risk management. Important for you: the FSSC is based on an ISO standard. This means that it is independent of commercial interests and therefore trustworthy for the consumer. The ISO 9001 standard regulates quality management: The production of OptiMSM™, the safety of the production plant, corrective and preventive measures, the traceability of raw materials and the end product are laid down in a comprehensive manual at Balchem Corporation.
According to Bergstrom Nutrition®, OptiMSM™ is the only GRAS-certified MSM on the market worldwide. GRAS means "Generally Recognized As Safe": It is recognized by US authorities as a safe food additive. OptiMSM™ not only meets the criteria of the Food & Drug Administration, but also received a clearance certificate. This means: OptiMSM™ is regarded as an unequivocally safe food. OptiMSM™ is also non-GMO, gluten-free, allergen-free, shellfish-free and vegan, as well as halal and kosher. Rely on the independent and internationally recognized certifications from OptiMSM™ for the sake of your health.
MSM Organic Sulfur Products:
nutritional supplements and cosmetics
Take MSM: natural sulfur as a dietary supplement
Many people rightly ask themselves whether modern foods can still cover the body's nutrient requirements. Many types of fruit, vegetables and grains are overbred. Not only ready meals, but also supposedly natural foods such as cow's milk are often highly processed. Long transport routes reduce the content of sensitive vitamins. MSM occurs naturally mainly in foods containing protein, but also in fruit, vegetables, coffee and tea; the highest concentration is found in breast milk. Cow's milk also contains MSM, especially when the cows are grazing in the pasture.
Our way of life does not always have a positive effect on the supply of nutrients: with a healthy diet, sulphur-containing amino acids such as cysteine and methionine help to improve the absorption of sulfur in the body; Alcohol and heavy metals, however, consume larger amounts of sulfur for detoxification and correspondingly worsen our sulfur balance. Watch out for clues that you are either not getting enough sulfur or consuming too much.
Our shop has a comprehensive range of MSM products ready for you: choose between capsules, tablets or loose powder. Capsules and tablets are taken directly. The powder can be mixed with food or dissolved in beverages such as water, juice or smoothies. Our Vital Glück tablets and capsules contain 1000 mg OptiMSM™ per tablet or capsule. The official consumption recommendation in Switzerland is 1000 mg daily, that is 1 tablet or capsule. Other permissible consumption recommendations apply in other countries.
Products and Application MSM Organic Sulfur
How do I use the MSM capsules and gel?
MSM capsules and tablets
Tablets or capsules (1000 mg per tablet / capsule): Officially permitted recommendation in Switzerland: 1 tablet or capsule once a day.
The Vital-Glück® products consist of high-purity methylsulfonylmethane - MSM organic sulphur, the so-called OptiMSM™. The product can be kept free of harmful substances such as heavy metals by repeated cleaning.
The organic sulfur compounds in tablet and capsule form from Vital-Glück® are free from colourings, from any additives and from added sugar, from gluten and from lactose. This is a product that is suitable for a vegan lifestyle.
MSM powder
The highly pure and white, fine MSM powder is ideal for mixing with various drinks. So the slightly bitter taste can quickly disappear. Of course, the MSM powder is also very practical for smoothies, muesli or shakes. Simply sprinkle on top and stir, mix and your MSM is ready to be taken.
Take 500 mg (about 1/4 teaspoon each) twice daily.
MSM tablets with glucosamine and chondroitin
The MSM tablets with glucosamine and chondroitin from Vital Glück are a special highlight in our shop.
Four high-quality ingredients that complement each other perfectly. It seems sensible to take OptiMSM™ together with vitamin C. That is why the MSM tablets with glucosamine and chondroitin also contain «Ester-C®». This special vitamin C has a neutral pH value and is therefore extremely easy on the stomach. It is GMO-free and is available to the organism for up to 24 hours. It is well known that vitamin C plays an important role in a functioning immune system. But did you know that it is also needed for adequate collagen formation, which in turn contributes to the normal function of cartilage and bones?
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for normal function
blood vessels, bones, gums, skin, teeth and cartilage function - Vitamin C contributes to a normal energy metabolism
- Vitamin C contributes to normal mental function
- Vitamin C helps protect cells from oxidative stress
- Vitamin C helps reduce tiredness and fatigue
The Vital Glück tablets also contain the glucosamine «Regenasure®», which is fermented from high-quality vegetable raw materials in a patented process according to GMP and HACCP guidelines. Of course it is free of GM corn and shellfish.
Chondroitin completes the recipe. The high-quality "ChondroPure®" is manufactured according to the strict GRAS regulations of the Food & Drug Administration.
MSM Curcuma Arthro Tablets
Our MSM Curcuma-Arthro tablets combine MSM with turmeric and many other minerals. So you get important sulfur compounds, secondary plant substances, antioxidants, minerals and trace elements in one tablet.
We supplement MSM as a sulfur-containing compound (MSM – methylsulfonylmethane) with a water-soluble special extract from turmeric. You are probably familiar with turmeric (turmeric) from Indian cuisine, where it is often used and gives dishes a yellow colour. Turmeric must be water-soluble so that it can be optimally absorbed and utilized by the body. To this we add vitamin C, zinc, manganese, molybdenum, copper, chromium and selenium.
In particular, molybdenum helps to better metabolize the MSM.
MSM organic sulfur for your skin
Pure pampering
Give your stressed skin an extra portion of care and your tense muscles a soothing massage. In addition to powder, capsules and tablets for oral use, you can get MSM Gel, MSM Recover Cream and MSM Spray for application to the skin in our shop. Important for you: We only use the best MSM for our MSM products for external use.
MSM Gel - your beauty booster
Pamper your face and body with Vital Glück's MSM Gel: Apply the MSM Gel to a day or night cream before your usual skin care routine. You can also use it like a lotion for the entire body. Our MSM Gel is free of colorings and additives and vegan. Face and body gel for skin care and relaxation. Apply to clean skin once or twice daily. Rub the gel into the skin with your hand until it feels dry.
MSM Spray – Just water and MSM
The MSM Spray consists only of water and MSM. It can be easily sprayed onto the skin. Apply 10-20 sprays daily to clean skin. Gently massage into skin with hand until dry to the touch.
Magnesium – MSM Spray – Magnesium oil and MSM
Magnesium oil combined with MSM - the ideal mixture. Organic sulfur dissolved in magnesium oil is particularly easy to use as a spray and is ideal for anyone who travels a lot - in the office, for sports or when travelling. Our VitalGlück® Magnesium MSM Spray contains MSM of the highest quality and original Zechstein magnesium oil.
MSM Recover Cream - organic sulfur for muscles and joints
Vital Glück's MSM Recover Cream is a valuable mixture of MSM, chondroitin and glucosamine. Extracts of stinging nettle and devil's claw complete the composition of the cream.
The MSM Recover Cream can be applied before exercising to relax muscles, joints and connective tissue. After physical exertion, it is particularly beneficial to gently massage stressed muscle groups with the MSM Recover Cream for a few minutes. The MSM Recover Cream is also suitable for back and neck massages. We recommend applying a small amount to the skin and massaging it in several times a day.
Interesting to know: In the USA, almost every common pain ointment contains DMSO, which is converted to MSM in the body. DMSO belongs there in every good medicine chest.
MSM quality
Short Summary
This is what OptiMSM™ stands for
Our Vital-Glück® products consist of high-purity methylsulfonylmethane (MSM organic sulphur), the so-called OptiMSM™. The product can be kept free of harmful substances such as heavy metals by repeated cleaning.
All organic sulfur compounds (MSM products) in capsule and tablet form from Vital-Glück® are free of colourings. There are also no additives whatsoever. They contain no added sugar, gluten or lactose. They are also ideal for vegans.
The MSM gel is enriched with the odourless, colorless, water-soluble MSM crystals and free from colorings and additives. It can be applied to the skin like a nourishing lotion and is suitable for vegans.
Anyone who decides to buy a Vital-Glück® product has opted for a high-quality, strictly controlled MSM organic sulfur product. The manufacturer's OptiMSM™ quality used
Balchem Corporation assures the buyer of safety and compliance with strict standards. The company only meets these strict standards when the end product is in its purest form.
Methylsulfonylmethane products are manufactured in North America in a single purpose facility to avoid contamination. The purest methylsulfonylmethane is produced in a multi-stage distillation process. This quality enjoys a very good reputation on the global market and is often recommended by therapists, naturopaths and doctors.
MSM with other active ingredients
How can the effect of MSM Organic Sulfur be increased?
MSM Organic sulfur with other active ingredients
MSM and OPC
Like OPC grape seed extract, the sulfur compound is a substance that occurs naturally in plants. Unlike the sulfur compound, OPC is already well known. Through our educational work, more and more scientists have become aware of the oligomeric proanthocyanidins. Studies have been carried out that confirm the effects that have already been described in a number of information brochures. However, it is worth taking both together, as the two substances support each other in their effect. In this way, your body is supplied with even more vital substances.
MSM Organic Sulfur and Zeolite
For everyone who wants to free their body with a detox cure, it is recommended to take MSM organic sulfur together with the volcanic rock zeolite as a cure. Since the active ingredients harmonize well with each other, the positive effect on the body is increased.
You can get zeolite here: Zeolite powder and capsules
Side Effects / Contraindications
What else should I consider?
Nebenwirkungen
Taking Methylsulfonylmethane (OptiMSM™ Organic Sulfur) is safe and free from side effects. Even a moderate overdose carries no risk of any sequelae. The body excretes the excess of the substance again. There are also no known habituation effects. So far, there are neither sufficient studies on possible side effects of MSM, nor are side effects known. To be on the safe side, you should stick to the official recommended dose of 1 mg once a day. The combination with vitamin preparations has proven to be advantageous in studies.
Kontraindikationen
So far, there is insufficient knowledge on how MSM affects the unborn child and the quality of breast milk. Therefore, it is currently not recommended to take methylsulfonylmethane during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you are taking medication or other active substances or have a medical condition, ask your doctor whether you can take MSM organic sulfur. Methylsulfonylmethane should also not be consumed by people who are hypersensitive to shellfish or suffer from glucose intolerance. Consult your doctor before use as it may be necessary to monitor blood sugar levels. If you are being treated with coumarin anticoagulants, you should also seek the advice of your doctor.
You now know what the difference is between MSM and sulphur, how MSM becomes the purest OptiMSM™ through a patented distillation process and that OptiMSM™ has been certified several times by independent bodies. Our MSM products in our shop contain original OptiMSM™. Choose between taking MSM powder, capsules or tablets.
When used externally, benefit from the combination of OptiMSM™ with chondroitin, glucosamine and medicinal plant extracts. You can also use our range of other dietary supplements to increase the effect of MSM. Trust only MSM products from Vital Glück - with original OptiMSM™.
According to the law, no health claims are allowed about MSM, glucosamine and chondroitin.
Special information on the HWG (Healthcare Advertising Act)
For legal reasons, we would like to point out that none of the listed therapies and applications give the impression that a promise of healing is based on our part, or that alleviation or improvement of an illness is guaranteed or promised.
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