Product Information

Lysine protects against Cross-Linking (glycosylation) - this is one of the underlying manifestations of the Aging Process. Anaemia may occur as a result of Lysine deficiency. Vegetarian diets are often deficient in Lysine. Useful for Angina, Aneurysm, Arteriosclerosis, Kidney Stones, Hair Loss, Male Pattern Baldness, Herpes Simplex Viruses Type 1 & 2. Bone & Muscle growth, Osteoporosis, Anxiety, Skin and Lipoprotein (a).

Description

Lysine is an Essential, Basic Amino Acid.

Health Benefits of Lysine

Aging Process

Lysine may help to prevent the Cross-Linking of the body’s endogenous Proteins (glycosylation) - this is one of the underlying manifestations of the Aging Process.

Cardiovascular System

Anemia may occur as a result of Lysine deficiency. Lysine (especially when used in conjunction with Vitamin C) may help to prevent/repair Aneurysm. Lysine (5,000 mg per day) may help to reduce the symptoms of Angina.
Lysine (6,000 mg per day) may help to prevent and reverse Atherosclerosis via the following mechanism:
Lysyl Residues are a component of the Proteins of the Endothelium (the inner wall of Arteries).

Lysyl Residues attract Lipoprotein (a) - a known contributory factor to the development of Atherosclerotic Plaque - Lipoprotein (a) readily adheres to these Lysyl Residues.
Supplemental Lysine diverts Lipoprotein (a) from adhering to the Lysyl Residues in the Endothelium towards the Lysyl Residues contained in “free” Lysine in the bloodstream.

Cells

Retarded Growth may occur as a result of Lysine deficiency.

Excretory System

Lysine may help to prevent Kidney Stones (by preventing the excretion of Calcium - a component of Calcium Oxalate Kidney Stones - in the Urine).

Eyes/Vision

Bloodshot Eyes may occur as a result of Lysine deficiency.

Hair

Hair Loss may occur as a result of Lysine deficiency.
Lysine (500 - 1,500 mg per day) is claimed to enhance the effectiveness of other treatments for Male Pattern Baldness.

Immune System

Lysine may stimulate the production of Antibodies.
Lysine (1,000 - 3,000 mg per day) may accelerate the healing of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Viruses, may reduce the severity of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Viruses and may reduce the number of recurrences of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Viruses:

Lysine (1,000 - 3,000 mg per day) may accelerate the healing of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1, may reduce the severity of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 and may reduce the number of recurrences of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1. Topical application of Lysine cream may accelerate the healing of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1.
Lysine (1,000 - 3,000 mg per day) may accelerate the healing of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2, may reduce the severity of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 and may reduce the number of recurrences of the lesions associated with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2.

Metabolism

Lysine may help to prevent the Cross-Linking of the body’s endogenous Proteins (glycosylation) - this is one of the underlying manifestations of the Aging Process.
Lysine may help to maintain the balance of Nitrogen in the body.
Lysine may facilitate weight loss in persons afflicted with Obesity (when combined with Arginine).
Lysine may lower elevated serum Triglyceride levels.

Musculoskeletal System

Lysine may promote the growth of Bones (especially in children).
Lysine (when combined with Arginine) may be useful for Muscle Growth.
Lysine may facilitate the production of Osteoblasts.
Lysine may help to prevent Osteoporosis by enhancing the absorption and utilization of Calcium and by facilitating the production of Osteoblasts.

Nervous System

Lysine (combined with Arginine) may reduce Stress-induced Anxiety.
Lysine (combined with Arginine) may reduce Stress-induced Anxiety.

Oral Health

Mouth Ulcers may occur as a result of Lysine deficiency.

Skin

Lysine may improve the function of the Skin (due to its involvement in the manufacture of endogenous Collagen).

Lysine may Enhance the Function of these Substances

Amino Acids

Lysine is an essential component of endogenous Carnitine.Lysine a precursor for the manufacture of its endogenous form - Hydroxylysine.

Antioxidants

Lysine is a component of the patented Antioxidant - Iamin.

Digestive System Chemicals

Lysine is required for the production of Hydrochloric Acid.
Enzymes
Lysine is involved in the formation of Trypsin and Chymotrypsin (after its conversion to Hydroxylysine).

Hormones

Lysine (especially when combined with Arginine) stimulates the release of Human Growth Hormone (hGH):
One human study found that 1,200 mg Lysine combined with 1,200 mg Arginine was 10 times more effective at stimulating hGH release than Arginine alone.

Minerals

Lysine may facilitate the absorption of Calcium from the Intestines and carries it to those areas of the body where it is required.

Proteins

Lysine (after its conversion to its Hydroxylysine form) is a major component of Collagen.
Lysine is a major component of Histones.
Lysine may Counteract these Toxic Substances

Lipids

Lysine (5,000 – 6,000 mg per day) may lower elevated Lipoprotein (a) levels:
Lysyl Residues are a component of the Proteins of the Endothelium (the inner wall of Arteries).
Lysyl Residues attract Lipoprotein (a) - a known contributory factor to the development of Atherosclerotic Plaque - Lipoprotein (a) readily adheres to these Lysyl Residues.
Supplemental Lysine diverts Lipoprotein (a) from adhering to the Lysyl Residues in the Endothelium towards the Lysyl Residues contained in “free” Lysine in the bloodstream.

These Substances may Enhance the Function of Lysine

Amino Acids

Arginine may enhance Lysine's role in the Immune System, Muscle building and Weight Loss.

Vitamins

Vitamin B6 is an essential cofactor for the conversion of Lysine to endogenous Carnitine.

Vitamin C is an essential cofactor for the conversion of Lysine to Hydroxylysine.

Dietary Sources of Lysine note

Vegetarian Diets are often deficient in Lysine.

mg of Lysine per 100 grams)
Algae: Chlorella
Animal Supplements: Velvet Deer Antler
Cereal Grains: Wheat Germ
Dairy Foods:
Fruit: Banana 47.9
Herbs: Garlic
Legumes:
Meats: Liver
Seafoods:
Soybean Products: Tempeh
Vegetables: Potatoes

Lysine may Interfere with these Substances

Organic Acids

Excessive Lysine may increase the excretion of Orotic Acid via the Urine.

Forms of Lysine

Hydroxylysine is an endogenous, hydroxylated form of Lysine.
L-Lysine is the usual dietary and supplemental form of Lysine.
Lysine Hydrochloride (also known as L-Lysine Hydrochloride or Lysine HCl) consists of L-Lysine bound to Hydrochloric Acid.

Dosage Recommendations

Minimum Requirement

The amount of Lysine that government authorities have determined to be the minimum dietary requirement is 750 - 1,000 mg per day.

Human Growth Hormone (hGH)

Clinical trials have demonstrated that 1,200 - 1,500 mg per day of supplemental Lysine combined with an equal quantity of Arginine may stimulate hGH release.

Cardiovascular System

1,500 mg of supplemental Lysine per day has been shown to be beneficial in the treatment or prevention of Atherosclerosis.
Doses of up to 5,000 mg per day of Lysine have been used in the treatment of Angina.

#Immune System

People who use Lysine for the prevention or treatment of Herpes Viruses generally use 1,000 - 3,000 mg (1 - 3 grams) per day.

Musculoskeletal System

1,500 mg of supplemental Lysine per day is suggested as the appropriate supplemental dosage to facilitate some aspects of Muscle Growth.

Maximum Therapeutic Dosage

The maximum dosage of supplemental Lysine is generally 8,000 mg (8 grams) per day, although Lysine supplements have been shown to be relatively safe up to doses of 140,000 mg (140 grams per day).