- An essential amino acid
- Helps reduce the recurrence, severity and healing time of cold sores
- Provides a clinically effective dose
- Helps in collagen formation
L-lysine is an essential amino acid that is important for many biological functions, such as immunity, energy production and muscle growth. Since it is naturally abundant in high protein foods such as meat, eggs, beans and legumes, those most likely to suffer from deficiency are vegetarians or vegans who consume a diet low in legumes and high in grain-based foods.
One of the most common uses for supplemental L-lysine is for preventing cold sores caused by the Herpes Simplex virus. It does this in three different ways: by preventing infection with the virus, reducing the risk of developing cold sores in those with the virus and speeding up the recovery after cold sores develop. Lysine inhibits replication of the herpes virus that causes the visible outbreaks and pain, itching and sores around the lips. It interferes with the absorption of the amino acid arginine, which the herpes virus uses to replicate. Without arginine, the virus cannot be fully functional which allows the body to heal quicker and reduce the possibility of recurrence.
NPN 80002854
Adult Dosage
Take two capsules three times daily for up to six months, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
Cautions
Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist. This product contains a corn derived ingredient, do not consume if you have such allergy.
- An essential amino acid
- Helps reduce the recurrence, severity and healing time of cold sores
- Provides a clinically effective dose
- Helps in collagen formation
L-lysine is an essential amino acid that is important for many biological functions, such as immunity, energy production and muscle growth. Since it is naturally abundant in high protein foods such as meat, eggs, beans and legumes, those most likely to suffer from deficiency are vegetarians or vegans who consume a diet low in legumes and high in grain-based foods.
One of the most common uses for supplemental L-lysine is for preventing cold sores caused by the Herpes Simplex virus. It does this in three different ways: by preventing infection with the virus, reducing the risk of developing cold sores in those with the virus and speeding up the recovery after cold sores develop. Lysine inhibits replication of the herpes virus that causes the visible outbreaks and pain, itching and sores around the lips. It interferes with the absorption of the amino acid arginine, which the herpes virus uses to replicate. Without arginine, the virus cannot be fully functional which allows the body to heal quicker and reduce the possibility of recurrence.
NPN 80002854
Adult Dosage
Take two capsules three times daily for up to six months, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
Cautions
Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist. This product contains a corn derived ingredient, do not consume if you have such allergy.