[Lotus]

Hi questforbreasts and Kyanyan,

I've looked into MSM and collagen extensively. It's true, some people experience acne from MSM, collagen and biotin usage, the info reported below lists why MSM may cause the breakouts. Even excessive DHT (the most potent Androgen) can cause breakouts, the reasons for collagen are still unclear, imo it's from oily skin, soda and chocolate don't help at all.

Why not start with fenugreek and fennel at first, try looking into the FAQ section on supplements (herbal) info. There are over 100 different kinds of PM root, the color isn't the issue, it's the authenticity (potency). Plus there's another issue of heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium) that's under reported, so buyer beware here (btw, some manufactures share this info, many others don't).

Good luck,
Lotus

And I read around the forums someone saying that you can take MSM instead since it actually makes your own collagen. I'll try to find the thread again. I forgot who posted that...

But good luck to you! cya around the forums!

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Here's some info on MSM-

MSM - Methylsulfonylmethane - should be taken internally as a food supplement. MSM is necessary for collagen synthesis: skin, hair and nails. MSM keeps cells from becoming rigid. MSM softens tissue (the beauty mineral), relieves stress, asthma, arthritis, inflammation, constipation, candida, acne, Rosecea, detoxifies the body and increases blood circulation, reduces muscle cramps, and back pain, removes inflammation, permits muscles to heal, increases energy, alertness, mental calmness, and the ability to concentrate.

MSM scavenges free radicals, relieves allergies to food and pollens, helps the liver produce choline, controls acidity in stomach and ulcers, coats intestinal tract so parasites lose ability to hang on, helps with hypersensitivity to drugs, increases body's ability to produce insulin, is important for carbohydrate metabolism, and speeds wound healing.

It's been reported that some people tend to breakout with acne, the reasons are unclear, although it was suggested it's from the system being flushed.

As with anything you get what you pay for, so make sure when you buy supplements that you research each one, (cheaper is not always better). Look for supplements that are "standardized" when finances allow.

More info here http://naturalmom.com/MSMart.htm

In the study found below MSM was reported to stop breast tumor growth:

Biology, Metastatic Patterns, and Treatment of Patients with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2919761/?report=reader