Sodium chlorite (NaClO₂), also known as the base ingredient of MMS or Miracle Mineral Supplement, has been gaining attention for its powerful antimicrobial effects. Its discoverer, Jim Humble, claimed that over 75,000 individuals with malaria were cured within a day using this compound—an astonishing statement that has stirred both curiosity and controversy. Let’s explore what MMS is, how it works, and why it’s being studied and used in various countries despite resistance from mainstream medicine.
MMS is a sodium chlorite solution that becomes activated when mixed with a weak acid such as citric acid or lemon juice. This chemical reaction creates chlorine dioxide (ClO₂), a gas with strong disinfectant and antimicrobial properties.
- Sodium chlorite (NaClO₂) is stable and alkaline.
- When acidified, it releases chlorine dioxide (ClO₂), which is what does the healing work.
- It smells similar to chlorine but is very different in its behavior and safety profile.
Powerful Antimicrobial Agent
Chlorine dioxide is considered one of the most potent all-around antimicrobials. It kills bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites—especially anaerobic ones—without harming beneficial gut bacteria like lactobacillus. After its job is done, the only residue left in the body is a tiny amount of table salt.
Widespread Use in Industry and Medicine
Acidified sodium chlorite (chlorine dioxide) has been used safely for decades:
- Food Industry: Used to disinfect meat, poultry, fish, fruits, and vegetables. Countries like Australia approved its use in 2003.
- Water Treatment: Cities in Germany and Italy use it instead of chlorine for public water supplies.
- Hospitals: It sterilizes equipment and surfaces.
- Blood Transfusions: Studies show chlorine dioxide can sterilize red blood cells, even killing viruses like HIV and influenza.
Forms and Commercial Availability
- Vibrex is a 5% solution used in agriculture and food safety.
- Tablets that release chlorine dioxide are sold in the U.S. and UK.
- Stabilized Chlorine Dioxide (SCD) is a neutral pH version used in mouthwashes and toothpaste.
- Some patents even describe the intravenous use of SCD for autoimmune diseases and cancer.
How to Use MMS
Standard Oral Method
- Mix 1 drop of MMS with 1 drop of 50% citric acid.
- Wait 30 seconds.
- Add half to one glass of water or juice (not with vitamin C).
- Drink immediately.
Avoid antioxidants like vitamin C within 1–2 hours of taking MMS, as they cancel out its effect.
Dosage Approach
- Start with 1 drop per day, increase slowly.
- Back off if you feel nauseated, then resume at a lower dose.
- Goal: 3 drops per hour for 8–10 hours daily for about one week.
- Best taken on an empty stomach or at bedtime.
High-Dose Protocol (for acute illness)
- A strong dose (or double dose) may cause nausea or vomiting but can rapidly clear malaria or serious infections.
- Vomiting usually starts after absorption, so the remedy still works.
Transdermal and Oral Absorption Alternatives
- Skin Application (with DMSO):
- Mix equal drops of MMS and citric acid.
- After 30 seconds, add the same number of drops of DMSO.
- Wait 3 minutes, then rub into the skin.
- Used for local infections or tumors.
- Oral Absorption (Swish in Mouth):
- Keep the solution in your mouth for 5–20 minutes.
- Useful for elderly or sensitive individuals.
- Can be neutralized slightly with bicarbonate to protect teeth.
MMS as Mouthwash
- Mix one teaspoon of MMS in 500 ml water.
- Swish and gargle to reduce oral bacteria and bad breath.
- Can also help reduce inflammation and microbes linked to heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Enhance the mouthwash by adding a drop of citric acid before use for more potent effects.
Non-Acidified MMS for Long-Term Use
- Used without acid to minimize nausea and oxidative stress.
- Often recommended for autoimmune diseases and cancer.
- Dose: 5–10 drops once a day (after dinner or at bedtime).
- Safe to combine with vitamin C and antioxidants when not using acidified MMS.
Use non-acidified MMS:
- 5 days per week for 3–5 weeks
- Or every other week for 6–10 weeks
Follow with a rest period and support with other natural remedies like:
- Olive Leaf Extract
- Purple Dulse Seaweed
- Lugol’s Iodine
Important Precautions
- Do not use MMS if you have G6PD deficiency, as it can cause anemia.
- Watch for nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea as signs of detox.
- Rehydrate with a solution of 6 teaspoons sugar and ½ teaspoon salt in 1 liter of water.
- In case of a severe reaction, take 1,000 mg of vitamin C to stop the activity of chlorine dioxide.
Despite efforts to discredit or ignore it, chlorine dioxide remains a versatile and effective antimicrobial agent. Whether used for water purification, food safety, or alternative healing, its power and safety profile are impressive. Jim Humble and others have opened the door to a healing method that may reshape how we view infections, chronic disease, and immunity.
As with any therapy, it’s essential to do your own research, listen to your body, and proceed with caution. But for those seeking powerful alternatives to conventional medicine, MMS may offer a promising path to better health.