ESSENTIAL AMINO ACID

LYSINE

LysineL-Lysine is an essential amino acid, which means that it must be obtained from food or other sources. Like all amino acids, lysine functions as a building block for proteins. Because it helps to build muscle protein and repair tissues, lysine is especially important for those recovering from surgery or sports-related injuries. †

Lysine helps improve the absorption of calcium from the digestive tract and prevent loss of calcium in the urine. Some researchers speculate that L-Lysine may help prevent bone loss associated with osteoporosis. In addition, test tube studies suggest that L-Lysine in combination with L-arginine (another amino acid) increases the activity of bone-building cells and enhances production of collagen. Using iron and vitamin C, lysine helps form collagen.†

Lysine is required for the production of carnitine, a nutrient responsible for converting fatty acids into energy and helping to lower cholesterol.†

  • Is an essential amino acid, vital to the makeup of critical body proteins
  • Is needed for growth, tissue repair and the production of antibodies, hormones and enzymes
  • Is easily digestible in freeform
  • Can promote better concentration, properly utilize fatty acids needed for energy production
  • In older persons, particularly men, additional lysine is required
  • Tends to be low in vegetarian women
  • Precursor to Carnitine

Lysine is dependent upon riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin B6 for its assimilation.

Lysine Supplement Facts

Lysine 500 mg 100 Capsules $14.95

†Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.Statements are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat, or cure any disease.