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What kind of medicine is msm?

2025-10-20 18:23:39 healthy

What kind of medicine is MSM?

In recent years, MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), as a natural organic sulfur compound, has gradually attracted attention in the health field. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to introduce in detail the definition, efficacy, applicable groups and market feedback of MSM, and use structured data to help readers quickly understand its core information.

1. Definition and characteristics of MSM

What kind of medicine is msm?

MSM is a sulfur-containing compound found in nature (such as vegetables, fruits, grains), and is also artificially synthesized as a dietary supplement. Its chemical formula is (CH₃)₂SO₂, which has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and soothing joint pain effects.

characteristicillustrate
chemical nameMethylsulfonylmethane
Common formsWhite crystalline powder or capsule
natural sourceMilk, onions, broccoli, etc.

2. The efficacy and popular discussions of MSM

In the past 10 days, the following effects of MSM have been frequently mentioned on social media and health forums:

effectSupport researchUser feedback popularity (1-5★)
Relieve joint painJournal of Orthopedic Research 2021★★★★☆
Improve skin healthDermatology Report 2020★★★☆☆
Enhance immunityAnimal experiment stage★★☆☆☆

3. Applicable groups and precautions

According to recent e-commerce platform sales data, MSM’s main buyers are concentrated in the following three categories:

crowdProportionTypical uses
Middle-aged and elderly joint health care providers45%Osteoarthritis Adjuvant Treatment
fitness enthusiast30%recovery after exercise
People with skin problems25%Eczema/Acne Improvement

4. Comparison of popular products in the market

Compiled the top 3 MSM products sold on cross-border e-commerce platforms in the past 10 days:

brandSpecificationAverage daily sales (pieces)Price range (yuan)
Doctor's Best120 capsules/bottle850+150-180
Now Foods200 capsules/bottle720+130-160
Jarrow Formulas100 capsules/bottle600+120-150

5. Controversies and expert opinions

A recent Zhihu hot post "Is MSM an IQ tax?" sparked discussion. The main points are as follows:

SupportersOpposition
• Multiple clinical trials show effectiveness in arthritis
• US FDA certified as safe supplement
• Some businesses exaggerate and promote “universal curative effect”
• Individual differences are large, and some user feedback is invalid

Conclusion

MSM, as a potential natural supplement, has continued to gain popularity recently, but consumers need to view its efficacy rationally. It is recommended to use it under the guidance of a doctor and purchase from regular channels. With further research in the future, its application scope may be further expanded.

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