Methylsulphonylmethane MSM for horses

If you spend your days at the stables, you know that keeping your horse’s joints happy, active and moving comfortably is a top priority. That’s where MSM comes in.

In this blog, we explain what MSM is, explore the benefits of MSM for horses, and look at how a high-quality MSM powder for horses can be a brilliant addition to their feeding regime.

What is MSM?

MSM stands for Methylsulphonylmethane (also spelt Methylsulfonylmethane.) While it sounds like a complex scientific term, it’s actually a naturally occurring sulphur compound found in plants, animals and humans.

Sulphur is an essential building block found in the tissues of all living things, including your horse. It plays a vital role in maintaining the structural integrity of connective tissues, such as cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. Read more about how to help a horse with stiff joints.

In the wild, horses naturally consume small amounts of MSM by eating fresh grass. However, the drying process used to make hay and haylage significantly reduces its MSM content. 

Adding a high-quality supplement with MSM to their diet can help top up natural levels.

Benefits of MSM for horses

When it comes to the benefits of MSM for horses, it is all about keeping them comfortable and mobile. We know you want to see your horse moving freely, and MSM is a fantastic ingredient to help them do just that.

Here’s how MSM helps support your horse:

• Supports joint strength: Because MSM is a rich source of organic sulphur, it helps to maintain the strong, healthy structure of connective tissues like cartilage and ligaments.
• Helps elasticity: MSM helps support elasticity of the joint's connective tissues
• Aids muscle recovery: MSM has been shown to support recovery after exercise
• Maintains mobility: By supporting joint structures, MSM helps keep your horse's joints moving smoothly, maintaining mobility and flexibility.

Discover the other ingredients in our popular Joint Support for Horses.

What are the side effects of MSM for horses?

As a pet parent, it’s natural to wonder about the potential side effects of MSM for horses. The good news is that MSM is very safe and adverse reactions are rare.

Always follow the feeding guidelines provided on your specific supplement. Our range of joint supplements for horses is carefully formulated by experts to provide the optimal amount of MSM for your horse’s size and weight, so you never have to guess.

Which YuMOVE products contain MSM?

You can find MSM in the following YuMOVE products:

• YuMOVE Joint Support for Adult Horses: Triple-action formula to support joints.
• YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS for Horses: Contains 25% more MSM than our regular Adult formula.
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If you’ve got any questions about MSM, or any of the ingredients in our Joint Support formula, you can contact our expert Customer Care Team.

For concerns about your horse’s mobility, please talk to your vet.