OptiMSM®: Supporting Cellular Functions in Sports Recovery

Sports recovery is evolving, and science shows the real transformation begins at the cellular level. Research has long shown that OptiMSM®, the leading brand in MSM, helps reduce post-exercise pain and inflammation¹ and counteracts oxidative stress² which are two critical processes that influence muscle repair and immune balance.

Expanding on the research, a new study³ explored how OptiMSM® supports cellular health by examining its impact on immune response gene expression in experienced runners.

Subjects who supplemented with OptiMSM® showed improved antioxidant support and faster recovery, highlighting its role as a methyl donor⁴ and essential component for cellular function³.

These advantages extend well beyond fundamental aspects of recovery. Earlier research shows that higher daily doses can further reduce muscle soreness and inflammation¹, enabling athletes to tailor their support to individual needs. Whether running marathons or lifting weights in the gym, OptiMSM® delivers measurable results for athletes at all levels. For brands, this is an opportunity to lead the next generation of sports nutrition.

Backed by decades of expertise, OptiMSM® is the leading, stand out MSM ingredient, offering exceptional purity with a guaranteed 99.9%. Clinically supported, OptiMSM® provides formulators with a versatile solution that delivers benefits not only for sports nutrition but also for joint health and beauty-from-within.

For more information, download our OptiMSM® Product Profile sheet here or contact us.

_{References:
(1) Kalman D, et al. A Randomized Double Blind Placebo Controlled Evaluation of MSM for Exercise Induced Discomfort/Pain: FAS EB J 2013; 27: 1076.7 (abstract).
(2) Nakhostin-Roohi B, et al. Effect of chronic supplementation with methylsulfonylmethane on oxidative stress following acute exercise in untrained healthy men: J Pharm Pharmacol 2011; 63: 1290-1294
(3) McFarlin BK et al., Using the Rise and Fall of Oxidative Stress and Inflammation Post-Exercise to Evaluate the Effect of Methylsulfonylmethane Supplementation on Immune Response mRNA. Nutrients 2025; 17: 1761.
(4) Clement, K, et al., Methylsulfonylmethane Serves as a Donor of Methyl Groups for Methylation of DNA in Human Liver HepaRG Cells. J Diet Suppl 2022; 20(6), 950–962.}