A double-blind clinical study published in the November issue of Natural Medicine Journal showed that OptiMSM—Bergstrom Nutrition’s branded methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)—led to significant improvements in the appearance and condition of hair and nails.
 
The study was authored by Neelam Muizzuddin, PhD, and Rodney Benjamin, director of research and development for Bergstrom Nutrition.
 
Over time, the aging process and exposure to certain environmental factors can cause hair and nails to appear dull and unhealthy. Study authors evaluated the hair and nail condition of 63 subjects over four months through expert grading and self-assessment. The subjects were divided into two groups, each taking different doses of OptiMSM. The results from both groups suggested that OptiMSM can lead to significant improvements in the appearance and condition of hair and nails.
 
“Previous data has shown that the sulfur from orally consumed MSM is incorporated into hair, skin, and nails. The difference is that this study confirms OptiMSM’s efficacy for specifically hair and nails,” said Benjamin. “The results demonstrated that both dosages of OptiMSM delivered significant improvement in the appearance and condition of both hair and nails with the higher dosage appearing to deliver faster and stronger benefits.”
 
While it’s not understood precisely how MSM improves hair and nail health, it’s hypothesized that MSM may provide sulfur to keratin, which could help strengthen keratin molecule bonds in hair and nails.
 
“This new study provides more evidence that MSM is a safe, natural way to improve the condition and appearance of hair and nails,” said Tim Hammond, vice president of sales & marketing for Bergstrom Nutrition. “Our continued investment in research provides consumers with valuable information supported by science and the multiple benefits of OptiMSM in supporting their overall health.”