Guest guest Posted July 15, 2003 Report Share Posted July 15, 2003 Oh my aching joints!The Natural Health Report: Febuary 2001 (NC)–If you suffer from the constant pain of arthritis or the ache of joint and muscle injury, you know the value of effective, reliable pain relief. Unfortunately, you also know that pain relief often comes at the expense of complications and adverse side effects. Pain sufferers are highly motivated and will often try difficult strategies such as changing diet, or taking serious drugs to control their pain and inflammation. However, these methods may be more trouble than they are worth. A change of diet is not easy, takes a long time and doesn't always work. Many drugs for pain and inflammation cause side effects that are often more serious than the original problem, such as kidney or liver damage. Only a natural remedy will provide quick relief that is both simple and effective without the complications or side effects of other methods. Methyl sulfonyl methane (MSM) is a naturally occurring sulfur compound found in our bodies as well as in many common beverages and foods, including milk, coffee, tea and green vegetables. In its purest chemical form, MSM is an odorless, white, water-soluble crystalline solid. It is one of the least toxic substances in biology, similar in toxicity to water. Whether used externally in a cream or rub or taken orally, MSM is a natural painkiller that works by blocking pain impulses from reaching the brain. It has similar therapeutic benefits to mineral hot springs, as both are rich in sulfur. Sulfur relieves arthritis, chronic back pain, tendonitis and neck pain. Stanley W. Jacob, MD at the Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, says that MSM exerts potent anti-inflammatory and pain relieving activity. He has used it with great success to help patients with arthritis. Other conditions that will benefit include fibromyalgia, tendonitis, bursitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, strained or cramped muscles and sports or accident related injuries. Ronald Lawrence, MD, PhD., is the founding member of the International Association for the Study of Pain and has conducted numerous successful clinical trials on the use of MSM. Flora has formulated the MSM Relief Rub with MSM, devil's claw root, arnica, rosemary oil and avocado oil. The MSM used in this formula is from Lignisul, the pioneer of the highest quality methyl sulfonyl methane. Devil's claw is already a popular anti-inflammatory for arthritic relief, arnica helps by dispersing trapped fluid, rosemary improves circulation and avocado oil provides fatty acids that are similar to the skin's own oils. Flora's MSM Relief Rub is non-toxic, so this formula can be used as often as needed. To learn more about MSM Relief Rub: Click here for Canada or contact your local health food store or contact Flora at 1-888-436-6697. http://www.florainc.com/flora/home/usa/healthinformation/articles/NCArticle22.as\ p News Canada The complete " Whole Body " Health line consists of the " AIM GARDEN TRIO " Ask About Health Professional Support Series: AIM Barleygreen " Wisdom of the Past, Food of the Future " http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/AIM.html SBC DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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