so, what i am getting from this is that not only does mms provide the oxidative kill mechanism, it also produces a byproduct which the immune system can use selectively. does that about sum it up?
Yes, I think that is correct. The oxidative strength of the chlorine dioxide is very strong, but is more selective than ozone or H2O2, in the sense that it targets low ph and anaerobic organisms; it will not harm higher pc substances or aerobic organisms. The aftermath of the oxidation yields hypochlorous acid, which the immune system also makes, giving it a secondary but very powerful benefit.
(I mis-stated in my prior post about hypochlorous acid being a primary component)