# MSM #Supplement
MSM is **Methylsulfonylmethane**
## Good for
Oxidative stress
Joint pain + arthritis
[[anti-inflammatory]]
Inhibits cartilage breakdown
Stiffness
Recovery
~Skin health
How to take
Dose = 3.6g/day = ~1 tsp
(ease yourself in)
Safety
4.8 grams appear to be safe (link)
Side effects- Mild gastrointestinal discomfort was reported
Article https://sci-hub.tw/https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/52/3/167.abstract
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/msm-supplements#section3
Amounts studied = 0.05g/kg of body weight