MSM Users, how much water are you drinking?

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sweetpea5000 said:
Here is an article I read, maybe it will help you, Tee
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http://www.bulkmsm.com/research/msm/detoxification.htm

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Thanks! There's a lot of good information on that site. I really appreciate you sharing the link!
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When I first started taking MSM I took the Trimedica brand and didn't get any side effects, but when I switched to the purer Opti-MSM I kept getting these small pimples on my face, especially around my mouth and jawline, for like 4 months! I almost gave up on the MSM but the pimples finally stopped. I didn't get a lot at a time, but just as one cleared up I'd get a couple more little ones which was annoying. I take 2600mg per day of NSI brand which I get from Vitacost. I also have some powdered MSM which I add to hair products. Drinking more water didn't seem to help eliminate the bumps, but it went away on it's own once I got the impurities out I guess.
 
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Nyambura said:
Tee ~
I'm sorry you're suffering adverse effects. I have never experienced the detoxification effects that seem to be common for MSM takers. I don't know the reason for this but I also drink anywhere from a gallon to 2 gallons of water every day (1 gallon = 3.78 litres).

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Thanks, Nyambura.
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It probably wouldn't hurt to increase my water intake and see if that makes any difference. I'll work on increasing my water intake first, and then slowly introduce the MSM again.

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You're welcome, chica. I hope you find a solution that works for you.
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Good luck!
 
I got the MSM I ordered today and I was a little shocked because the capusules are so BIG. I'm almost scared to take them and I realize I need to start drinking water also-which I don't do on a day to day basis. I was expecting the capsules to be much smaller. I was also surprised that it came in a glass bottle instead of plastic bottle like most supplements...I guess that doesn't matter. How much water should I drink? More than the normal 8 glasses?
 
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Nyambura said:
...I also drink anywhere from a gallon to 2 gallons of water every day (1 gallon = 3.78 litres).

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What?!?
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That's almost 8 litres!! Which is almost 32 cups!! You drink this amount every day?!?
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Asking again: How much should I drink? I'm not a person who drinks a lot of water so I just want to know if the minimum amount of water should be 8 glasses or more than that?
 
Wow! Thanks for the link on MSM and detoxification. I didn't realize that it was a detoxifyer. That explains that cramping and frequent bowel movements I experienced when I first started taking it. One day, I "went" about 8 times!! My finance wanted to take me to a hospital! I was joking that I didn't know there was that much "stuff" in me.
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As for the amount of water to drink... I know that I don't drink enough, so I can't answer that!
 
Yes, the detoxing effects kind of scares me....I read that you can take Vitamin C to help with the MSM.
 
Hey,
You are supposed to drink 8 to 10 8 oz glasses of water daily. I have read that is is best to drink half of you body weight in water. So for example, if you are 150 lbs then you should be drinking 75 oz of water daily which is a little over 9 glasses. Hope that helps.
 
I know..it's hard to get 8 glasses a day. But, someone was saying you need more than that when taking MSM. I don't weigh 150-a long way from it-so I need to do some calculations.
 
Just divide you bodyweight in 2 and that is your number. You do need more water if you are very physically active or cleansing. I have even read that if you are thirsty you are dehydrated to a degree. That is the body telling you, you need more water.
 
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I've always been a huge water drinker - about 90 to 100 ounces per day. I'm not a big meat eater, don't smoke, don't drink (maybe one glass of wine every other month) so I guess I didn't have a lot of toxins in my system, because so far I've been lucky. I only just started trying it though, but what does scare me is that I got my Doctor's Best powder in the mail last night, so I tried it. I did in between 1/4 and 1/2 teaspoons. Also, this morning as well as yesterday morning I took 2 1000mg capsules of MSM. Then this morning I did another almost 1/2 teaspoon of the powder! So now I'm really getting scared that I'm going to experience this detox.

Now someone educate me..........isn't detoxing a good thing??? Isn't it just the cleansing out of your system?? I'm thinking my system was pretty clean because I drink so much water, take my vitamins, eating fairly decently, and work out regularly. BUT............I could be wrong. I've always wanted to have my colon cleansed and if this will do it, then that's even better. I'm thinking a little detoxing could be good??? Please explain.......Thanks!!
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I switched to the powder version this Monday and I have noticed that I am more "regular" but that is it, no extra pimples, no headaches or sickness...however MSM is quite bitter and I have been taking it with oj...the pills never really made a difference for me except my new growth was softer(no change in nails) and when I work out I don't get as sore as I used to...
 
Aisha how much MSM are u taking? I recently switched to powder last Wed. After about a week u won't be as bothered by the bitter taste. At first I thought it was kinda gross to drink, but now I take 2mg in a glass water and down it with no problem
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I'm thinking a little detoxing could be good??? Please explain.......Thanks!!
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Cococure, there are some links in this thread that gives you a little info. on of the effects of detoxing from MSM. In my opinion, detoxing is good but some people can't handle the effects...that is what scares most people but once you are over it...the effects go away and your system is "clean".
 
Irresistible, thank you for your links..... In the last one I found out why I have been EXTREAMILLY sleepy and my eyes have been feeling yuckie! Here is the following about MSM that I feel might be the main contriditure of what I am experiencing because I have really increassed my daily dosage and have not increased my water intake:
Less than 20% of the population may experience negative detoxification symptoms in the first one to ten days during which toxins are flushed from the system. Symptoms may include diarrhea, skin rash and/or possible headache along with several days of fatigue. In general, the more intense the symptoms the more toxins there are in the body and the more MSM is needed for detoxification. To reduce toxic symptoms (if you suspect candida or metals) start with a lower dose.




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Irresistible said:
just some more MSM reading
http://www.cfsresearch.org/cfs/cheney/26nf.htm
http://www.msm-msm.com/bbs/messages/3817.html
http://www.cybervitamins.com/msminfo.htm

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OH OK, thanks Natori!! Also, I'm not just taking this for my hair, but for my joints! I have extreme back ache, arthritis for years in my upper back between my shoulder blades. I also have scoliosis, but you couldn't tell even if I was in a bikini. I'm very active and was always in cheerleading and dance, and now I'm still active and try to eat right. I also drink tons of water (which really helps hair growth!) and I rather like the idea of my insides being very clean. I really think this is why my hair grows so fast - all the water and protein bars! But since I've been taking the MSM I've had no back pain at all!!! I'll take this stuff even if it didn't do anything to my hair! This is great stuff!!!
 
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Cococure, let me know the long term results. I just started on MSM today. I took one 1000 mg of MSM. So far so good..eventually I will go up to 2000 mg.
 
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OK Natori, I'll let you know! I'll PM you if I start to feel weird, have headaches, or have any other crazy symptons! Are you taking the capsules or the Doctor's Best powder???
 
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I'm taking the capsules..they are Swanson's brand but they are OptiMSM-the pure stuff.
 
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This detox is no joke..I am sick, (like running nose sick) right now..I have been sneezing all day...I think I have to cut back my dosage amount or how many days i take MSM...
 
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sounds scary, I just started 1,000 msm VS today, and I plan to take 2,000, I really need to detox, does that help in losing weight ? thanks
 
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I take 2000-4000 mg of MSM a day and I try to get at lease 10 cups (80 oz) of water per day. I haven't had any problems.
 
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