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Glucosamine + MSM Cartilage Support
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What is Glucosamine + MSM Cartilage Support?
Cartilage Support is a combination of MSM, Glucosamine, Vitamin C and Grape Seed Extract. Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, is a safe and natural assimilate derived from the Southern Louisiana Pine which is used to alleviate joint pain and swelling and the rest is discarded. Glucosamine helps your body rebuild its natural cartilage. Numerous double blind studies have shown the effectiveness of glucosamine for easing the effects of osteoarthritis-related joint pain and damage.
Who Should Consider Glucosamine + MSM Cartilage Support?
MSM is used as a dietary supplement to provide our bodies with needed sulfur. Supplementing with MSM may help:
- reduce the pain associated with arthritis,
- as supplement treatment support for Interstitial Cystitis (IC),
- reduce muscle soreness and cramping, and
- alleviate allergies.
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What Is MSM?
Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, is a safe and natural assimilate derived from the Southern Louisiana Pine. MSM is organic sulfur--the kind your body can absorb and use. Sulfur is the fourth most plentiful mineral in the body. And, it is found in every cell of every animal and plant. Sulfur is found in food; it is most abundant in eggs and red peppers, but can also be found in significant quantities in grains, legumes, animal proteins, onions, garlic, asparagus, cabbage, brussels sprouts, and broccoli. However, most of the volatile MSM is lost in washing, cooking, or steaming. Modern food processing, packaging and preparation has robbed our food of the sulfur we need.
At the Oregon Health and Sciences University, Dr. Stanley Jacob discovered that heating dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), caused it to crystallize, isolating 99.9% of the beneficial compound MSM. MSM is a pure, natural, stable, white, odorless crystalline powder without the unpleasant taste or odor of DMSO. It does not produce intestinal gas or body odor that may occur with other forms of sulfur. MSM is not a drug or medicine, and is unrelated to sulfa drugs, to which some people have an allergy.
Why Buy Our MSM?
MSM may help relieve joint pain and swelling - without the stomach damage, rebound pain, and (yes, it's true) joint damage associated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID's), such as ibuprofen. But not all MSM is the same - only Lignisul™ brand MSM from Carolwood Corporation is guaranteed at least 99.7% pure as determined by gas chromatographic assay. EVERY batch produced by Carolwood has been tested! The first food-grade MSM made for human consumption; Lignisul™ remains the finest available. You're taking MSM to improve your health - don't take inferior MSM.
Lignisul™ is the Product endorsed by James Coburn on Larry King Live.
On Monday night, April 3, 2000, CNN's Larry King Live featured a discussion on MSM with actor James Coburn and his Doctor, Dr. Ronald Lawrence, author of the book "The Miracle of MSM: The Natural Solution for Pain". Coburn, badly crippled with rheumatoid arthritis and in a great deal of pain to the point where he could not walk in 1990, discussed how MSM has allowed him to be pain free for the past year. Dr. Lawrence noted that Coburn used Lignisul™ exclusively, which is the MSM we sell.
Interstitial Cystitis (IC) and MSM:
Dimethyl Sulfone (DMSO) has long been used for the treatment of IC. Lately, Dr. Stanley Jacob at the Oregon Science and Health University has done pioneering work with MSM, particularly in the treatment of Interstitial Cystitis. He has found that patients better tolerate MSM. This is a huge consideration in Interstitial Cystitis since patients often struggle with severe reactions to treatments and foods that they consume. He has also found comparable efficacy for reducing inflammation and reducing pain and other symptoms. His treatments are a combination of IV, oral and topical methodologies. For those of you who suffer fom Interstitial Cystitis, we encourage you to discuss MSM with your medical practitioner and consider it as an adjunct to your IC treatment. If you decide to use MSM on your own for IC, please make sure you discuss and/or disclose this to your doctor.
How Should MSM Be Used?
Results vary. According to Dr. Earl L. Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D., "Due to its positive wide-spectrum effect, particularly in maintaining healthy cell formation, dietary nutritional supplementation of MSM is recommended at a daily rate of 2,000 to 6,000mg. The optimum effective dosage would depend on body size, age, the MSM blood level prior to administration, and the nature and severity of the condition you are treating. This means you can experiment with different doses to find out what works best for you." Sometimes, it takes up to 3 weeks for effects to be noticed.
Side Effects
MSM has been used as a dietary supplement for almost 40 years with no reports of intolerance or allergic reactions. Its toxicity profile is similar to that of water! Your body flushes excess MSM after about a 12-hour period; it uses what is needed and the rest is discarded.
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Label Facts
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Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 3 Capsules
Servings per container: 30 |
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Amount Per Serving |
% Daily Value |
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| Vitamin C (from calcium ascorbate) |
91 mg |
150% |
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| Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) Lignisul® |
2001mg |
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| Glucosamine Sulfate |
1002 mg |
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| Grape Seed Extract (90% polyphenols) |
15 mg |
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Other ingredients: Cellulose (plant fiber), magnesium stearate (vegetable source) and stearic acid (vegetable source).
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Allergen Warning
Contains crustacean shellfish(crab, lobster and/or shrimp) product.
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Dietary Restrictions
 Vegetarian capsule used but not a vegetarian formula.
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References
MSM References / Additional Resources
For further reading, we recommend:
- Mindell, E. L., The MSM Miracle: Enhance your health with organic sulfur. Keats Publishing, New Canaan, CT, 1997.
Additional References:
- Azuma, J.; Sawamura, A.; Awata, N.; Hasegawa, H.; Ohta, H.; Yamauchi, K.; Kishimoto, S., "Double-blind Randomized Crossover Trial of Taurine in Congestive Heart Failure," Cur. Thera. Resrch., 1983.
- Bartfeld, I. J., Goldstein, A., "Cell-mediated Immunity: Its Modulation by Dimethylsulfoxide," Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci., 1975.
- Childs, S. J., "Dimethylsulfone (DSM02) in the Treatment of INterstitial Cystitis." Urol. Clin. North Am., 1994.
- Cooper, A., "Biochemistry of Sulfur-containing Amino Acids," Ann. Rev. Biochem., 1983.
- D'Ambrosia, E, Casa, B., Bompani R., Scali, M., "Glucosamine Sulphate: A Controlled Clinical Investigation in Arthosis," Pharmatherapeutica, 1981.
- Herschler, R. J., "Methysulfonylmethane and Methods of Use," United States Patent 4,296,130: 1981.
- Herschler, R. J., "Methysulfonylmethane and Compositions Comprising It," United States Patent 4,616,039: 1986.
- Herschler, R. J., "Dietary and Pharmaceutical uses of Methysulfonylmethane Compositions Comprising It," United States Patent 4,512,421:
- Jacob, S. W., "The Current Status of MSM in Medicine," Am. Acad. Meri. Prev., 1983.
- Jacob, S. W., Herschler R. J., "Introdry Remarks: Dimethylsulfoxide After Twenty Years," Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci., 1983.
- Kharasch, N., Thyagarajan, B. S., "Structural Basis for Biological Activities of Dimethylsulfoxide," Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci., 1983.
- Klein, H. A., Samant, S., Herz, B. L., Pearlman, H. S., "Dimethylsulfoxide in Adult Respiratory Stress Syndrome," Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci., 1983.
- Koesis, J. J., Harkaway, S, Snyder, R., "Biological Effects of the Metabolites of Dimethylsulfoxide," Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci., 1975.
- Metcalf, J. W., "MSM--A Dietary Derivative of DSMO," J. Eq. Vet. Sci., 1983.
- Metcalf, J. W., "MSM Status Report," Eq. Vet. Data, 1986.
- Miura K et al., "Cystine Uptake and Glutathione Level in Endothelial Cells Exposed to Oxidative Stress," Am. J. Physiol., 1992.
- Morton, J. i., Siegel, B. V., "Effects of Oral Dimethylsulfoxide and Dimethylsulfone on Murine Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Disease," Proc. Soc. Exper. Bio. Med., 1986.
- Nagasawa, H., "The In Vitro and In Vivo EffectS Dimethylsulfoxide on the Pituitary Secretion of Growth Hormone and Prolactin in Mice," Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci., 1983.
- Pearson, T. W., Dawson, H. J., Lackey, H. B., "Natural Occurring Levels of Dimethylsulfoxide in Selected Fruits, Vegetables, Grains and Beverages," J. Agric. Food Chem., 1981.
- Repine, J. E., Fox, R. B., Berger, E. M., "Effect of Dimethylsulfoxide on the Bactericidal Function of Polymorphonuclear Leukocytes," Ann. N.Y. Acad. Sci., 1983.
- Richmond, V. L., "lncorporation of Methylsulfonylmethane Into Guinea Pig Serum Proteins," Life Sciences, 1986.
- Richmond, V. L., "Incorporation of Methylsulfonylmethane into Guinea Pig IgG, Transferrin and Albumin Fractions and Tissues," Seattle, Wash: Pacific Northwest Research Foundation.
- Sellnow, I., "MSM--An Aid From Nature," Canadian Horseman, 1989.
- Tapadinhas, M. J., Rivera, I. C., Bignamini, A. A., "Oral Glucosamine Sulfate in the Management of Arthrosis," Report on a Multi-center Open Investigation in Portugal, 1982. IL
- Teigland, M. B., Saurino, V. R., "Clinical Evaluation of Dimethylsulfoxide in Equine Applications," Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci., 1975.
- Voaden. M. J; Hussain. A.A.; Chan, I. P. R. "Studies on Retinitis Pigmentosa in Man. I. Taurine and Blood Platelets." Brit. J. Opthal., 1982.
- Williamson, J., Boettcher, B., Meister, A., "lntracellular Cysteine Delivery System that Protects Against Toxicity by Promoting Glutathione Synthesis," Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci., 1982.
- Wright, J., Littleton, K., "Defects in Sulfur Metabolism," Intl. Clin. Nutr. Rev., 1989.
- Wright, J., Kirk, F. R., "Defects in Sulfur Metabolism II: Apparent Failure of Sulphate Conjugation," Intl. Clin. Nutr. Rev., 1989.
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