The Chemistry of DMSO
Why is this molecule so unusual? Explore DMSO’s connection to tree lignin and the natural sulfur cycle, its unusual solvent behaviour, transdermal properties, purity, grades, storage and the chemistry that makes it different.
DMSO has an extraordinary history, unusual chemistry and a reputation that has inspired curiosity for decades. In Healing with DMSO, Amandha Dawn Vollmer brings together research, practical experience and clear explanations to help you understand what DMSO is, how it behaves, the precautions that matter, and the many ways it has been studied and used.
Meet Dr. AmandhaAuthor, educator and natural-health formulatorWhy can pure DMSO freeze inside an ordinary home? How can one small molecule interact with both water- and fat-soluble substances? Why do purity, dilution, clean skin and even the materials surrounding DMSO matter?
Amandha’s own curiosity became a deep study of DMSO’s history, chemistry and practical questions. The book takes you through that discovery step by step — from the fundamentals and precautions to applications, combinations, recipes, animal use and established medical contexts.

If you’ve heard about DMSO but found the information scattered, overly technical or contradictory, this book gives you a clear place to start. Part science explainer, part practical reference and part recipe book, Healing with DMSO brings together Amandha’s research, chemistry background, formulation experience and years of natural-health education in one approachable guide.
Discover where DMSO comes from, why its molecular behaviour is so unusual, why concentration and purity matter, the precautions Amandha considers essential, practical applications, combinations and formulations, animal-related material, and examples of DMSO in recognized medical and cryopreservation settings. Read it from beginning to end, or keep it nearby as a reference whenever a new DMSO question arises.




Start with what DMSO is and why it behaves so unusually, then move into precautions, practical use, combinations, recipes, animal applications and recognized medical contexts.
Why is this molecule so unusual? Explore DMSO’s connection to tree lignin and the natural sulfur cycle, its unusual solvent behaviour, transdermal properties, purity, grades, storage and the chemistry that makes it different.
Why has DMSO fascinated researchers for decades? This chapter connects the chemistry to discussions of tissue movement, inflammation and pain signalling, circulation, free-radical chemistry, cryopreservation, antimicrobial research and DMSO’s role as a carrier.
The chapter every new reader should understand. Learn about skin sensitivity, clean-skin practices, concentration, patch testing, odor and taste, storage, compatible materials, medication interactions and circumstances that call for extra caution.
From theory into practical orientation. Explore concentration and dilution principles, application methods and discussions involving aches and pains, burns, headaches, joints, injuries, tendons, skin and scalp care, first aid, sinus and ear applications and more.
One molecule, a remarkable range of combinations. Amandha explores DMSO with essential oils, CBD, castor oil, colloidal silver, botanical extracts, vitamin C, MSM and other natural substances while explaining why every ingredient paired with DMSO deserves careful consideration.
A hands-on chapter readers can return to. Discover detailed preparations including antifungal drops, an analgesic formula, eye and ear drops, a sinus rinse, wound spray, mouthwash, a scalp and hair formula, and a topical vitamin-and-mineral blend.
The DMSO conversation does not stop with humans. Drawing on Amandha’s early veterinary experience, this chapter discusses animals, dosing principles, sensitivity, topical application, injuries, eye care and the importance of adjusting for the individual animal.
See where DMSO already appears in conventional medicine. Explore RIMSO-50, medical drug-delivery applications, cryopreservation of cells and tissues, veterinary products, international topical uses and other examples within the wider scientific and medical story.
Healing with DMSO gives you the structured foundation. When you’re ready to continue, watch Amandha teach the basics, visit the specialist DMSO Store, or move into deeper education at Yummy.Doctor.

Prefer to watch first? Amandha’s introductory class explores DMSO history, chemistry, concentration, handling and common beginner questions — a useful companion before, during or after reading the book.
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Amandha Dawn Vollmer (ADV) holds a degree of Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Biotechnology from the University of Lethbridge.
Affectionately known as ADV, Amandha is a holistic health educator and best-selling author with more than 20 years of study, teaching and practical experience in natural healing and holistic wellness. She is a sought-after speaker and educator whose work encourages people to become more informed and engaged in their own health.
Her interest in natural healing developed through formal education, independent study, botanical medicine, homeopathy, formulation work and years of practical experience. Her science and chemistry background became especially important when she began investigating DMSO and trying to understand not simply what people said about it, but why this unusual molecule behaves the way it does.
Healing with DMSO grew from that intersection of research, curiosity, formulation experience and a desire to make a complicated subject understandable to ordinary readers. Through Yummy.Doctor, ADV continues that educational work with public articles, videos, courses and learning resources spanning DMSO, botanical medicine, nutrition, natural remedies and broader holistic-living concepts.
Selected comments from readers who found the book helpful as a reference, a learning tool and a practical companion in their wider DMSO journey.
“This book has become my go-to reference. I love that it explains the ‘why’ behind DMSO and includes clear, practical recipes.”
“Her book was the start to my son’s healing journey. You, Amandha took him to the finish line.”
“I healed my cat’s epilepsy with DMSO and Amandha’s book. He has not had a seizure since.”
“Thank you for your book. It is bent and dog eared with use!”
“I’ve purchased multiple copies of your book as gifts. It has changed my life.”
“There was a section in the book which covered this condition. Within 4 weeks I could notice a difference.”
“Your book has helped me tremendously, and I have recommended it to many others so they too can optimize their health.”
“I’ve read through and referenced it so many times it’s starting to get worn. We’ve already started making many of your recipes.”
Reader comments describe individual experiences and are shared for educational and informational context. They are not medical advice, and individual results and experiences vary.
Everything you need to know before choosing your copy of Healing with DMSO.
Healing with DMSO is Amandha Dawn Vollmer’s educational guide to dimethyl sulfoxide. Across eight chapters it explores DMSO’s history and chemistry, precautions, application principles, combinations, recipes, animal use and recognized medical applications. It is designed to make a complicated and sometimes confusing topic easier to navigate.
Yes. The book begins with the fundamentals rather than assuming previous knowledge. Amandha explains the chemistry and terminology first, then gradually moves into precautions, practical considerations and more detailed applications. Readers with existing DMSO experience can also use it as a reference and move directly to the chapters most relevant to their questions.
Online DMSO information can be scattered across studies, articles, discussions and personal experiences. Healing with DMSO organizes the subject into one progressive reference — including chemistry, safety considerations, practical application, combinations and a full recipe chapter with formulations readers can study and understand.
No. Healing with DMSO is published for informational and educational purposes and is not a replacement for individualized medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The book advises readers to consult an appropriate healthcare professional before changing medications, treatment or health regimens.
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