Biovea L-Lysine 500mg – Lysine, Pack of 100 caps

What is L-lysine?

L-lysine is one of the nine essential amino acids. This means that the human body cannot produce L-lysine and this important amino acid must be obtained through dietary intake. The body needs it for proper growth and tissue repair. Because it is so important for growth, children need 3-4 times more lysine than adults. It is a building block for proteins and is important for the production of certain enzymes, hormones, antibodies and collagen. Lysine is involved in the absorption of calcium, which is why it is important for bone and tooth health. Lysine, together with methionine, provides the raw materials for the synthesis of carnitine, which promotes the synthesis of fatty acids at the cellular level.

Lysine can be found in foods such as yogurt, fish, cheese, brewer's yeast, wheat germ, pork, and other meats.

Why should you take L-lysine?

• Herpes and Shingles: There is considerable evidence to support the claim that lysine may be beneficial for those with herpes simplex virus (HSV). Researchers have found that HSV requires arginine to replicate; lysine competes with arginine for uptake. When lysine is present, it inhibits the growth of HSV by destroying arginine. A six-month study of over fifty people concluded that supplemental lysine was much more effective than a placebo in preventing herpes caused by HSV. Taking lysine supplements may also speed up recovery time from outbreaks.

• Osteoporosis: L-lysine helps improve calcium absorption from the digestive tract and prevents calcium loss in the urine. As such, some researchers suggest that L-lysine may help prevent bone loss associated with osteoporosis. In addition, test-tube studies have shown that L-lysine, when combined with L-arginine (another amino acid), increases the activity of bone-building cells and improves collagen production.

• Muscle function: Lysine works with other essential amino acids to support growth, lean body mass, and nitrogen stores in the body.

How much should you take?

The typical dosage ranges from 500 to 3000 mg per day.

Are there any contraindications or side effects?

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using L-lysine.

• In rare cases, abdominal cramps and diarrhea have been reported at very high doses of lysine above 10 grams per day. If you experience these symptoms, reduce or discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.