Cis-9-Cetyl Myristoleate (CMO)

What is CMO?

CMO is the name of a modified fatty acid called Cetyl Myristoleate, which is the common name for cis-9-cetyl myristoleate. It is a natural substance found in certain animals, including beavers and mice. As supplied, it is a naturally derived, highly purified, and refined waxy ester prepared for oral administration.

Fatty acids are the individual components of oils in the same way that amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. Polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as linotenic acid and linolelic acid, are crucial to life and are called essential fatty acids (EFAs). Research shows that CMO appears to have the same beneficial characteristics as the EFAs, however, it is considerably more potent and the benefits are longer lasting.

EFAs are essential to normal cell structure, physiological processes, body function, and function as components to nerve cells and cell membranes. EFAs are depleted in chronic inflammatory diseases and their deficiency is associated with many autoimmune diseases. EFAs when used over an extended period of time have been shown to decrease pain, inflammation, and motion limitations of arthritis. One of the characteristics of CMO is that it acts as a super lubricant (surfactant) for the joints.

How does CMOTM work?

Reports suggest that CMO has the ability to reprogram faulty memory T-cells, thus treating a cause of arthritis. It is believed that CMO has the ability to normalize hyper-immune responses, thus the favorable results in treating autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus, but it seems to function more effectively as a surfactant, or lubricant, and a powerful anti-inflammatory. Although the major benefits come promptly, minor improvements continue for several months after finishing the one-month program.

In the July issue of the Townsend Newsletter for Doctors & Patients, a publication that focuses on medical alternatives, their headline reads "Cetyl Myristoleate for Arthritis: A Breakthrough!" In their August/September issue they published an article along with a study of 431 patients who had inflammatory arthritis for at least one year. For the patients using the same protocol we follow, 88.2% reported significant improvement including relief from pain and reduction in stiffness. It is safe and there are no negative side effects--however, there are some positive ones.

Does CMOTM have side effects?

No negative ones have been observed or noted.

Rather than having negative side effects, CMO appears to have many positive ones! According to many researchers and scientists, doctors using CMO in their practices, along with writers of articles and authors of books on Cetyl Myristoleate, CMO works on many other autoimmune diseases and even has anti-aging properties!

With the hundreds of people who have taken cetyl myristoleate there have been no confirmed reports of adverse side effects. In common with fish oils, it may produce some mild burping in some people which passes within an hour. There have been no reported interactions with other medications or natural substances.
Toxicity studies have been performed on cetyl myristoleate and the lack of toxicity is evident. Test results deemed cetyl myristoleate a non-toxic material in accordance with Federal regulations.

What are some of the success stories about CMO?

From D.M., San Diego, CA

'With respect to the recent vitamin supplement that I have completed consuming, I am very impressed. I did notice a definite change in the pain level of both of my hands. There was none.'

From D.S., Irvine, CA

'I noticed pain relief within a week but was unsure of how significant the relief was. As of this writing, I have had very good results. I am considering taking a second dose of the CMO as a follow up treatment but overall, I have to thank the CMO for reducing my pain in all cases and nearly eliminating it entirely in others.'

From M.R., Chula Vista, CA

'It's been three months now since I took CMO. I have seen nothing but continuing improvement since then. If it worked for me, I'm sure it can help millions of others as well.'

Can I take it with my current medication?

Yes, but it is always advised to not take prescriptions at the same time as any supplement product. Either take the supplement first, waiting at least 40 minutes before taking a prescription drug, or if you must take the prescription first, wait 2 hours before taking CMO. This ensures that CMO will not be adversely effected by the prescription medication.

As always, the goal is to reduce the reliance on medications, and eventually no longer require them.

Are there special considerations when taking CMO?

It is recommended in order to get the greatest results from CMO, all consumption of alcohol and caffeine products be stopped during the period of treatment. Studies have shown a clear indication of the relationship between strict conformance to the protocol and the realized benefits.