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Lysine is an essential amino acid for the proper functioning of the human body. Takes part, among others in building new proteins, antibodies, enzymes and in the production of hormones, it improves mental concentration. Lysine must be supplied to the body through food or supplements.
Lysine – properties
Lysine (l-lysine) is a protein essential amino acid. It belongs to the group of essential amino acids that are not synthesized in the body and therefore must be supplied to it from the outside. In the human body, it plays an extremely important role – it takes part in the processes related to the reconstruction of tissues and fat metabolism, increases the growth of muscle mass, inhibits the development of arginine, and also plays an important role in the synthesis of carnitine that strengthens the cardiovascular system. This is not the end of its beneficial effects – it also prevents the development of deposits related to atherosclerosis. It absorbs calcium, improves mental concentration and participates in the processes of antibody formation, growth stimulation, as well as the production of hormones and enzymes.
Lysine – deficiency effects
The effects of lysine deficiency can be seen very quickly – a person becomes tired and irritable, has problems with concentration, which may be accompanied by dizziness and hair loss. Large lysine deficiencies include, but are not limited to, lack of appetite, redness in the eyes, the occurrence of herpes, and slower growth in children and adolescents. Very large deficiencies can result in muscle atrophy and even bone decalcification, so it’s important to avoid them.
Lysine – how to get it to the body?
Lysine in food is present in many products: gelatin, eggs, fish (especially salmon, tuna and herring), cheese and cottage cheese, chicken meat, turkey meat, red meat, liver, red beans, green peas, parsley, sesame seeds and groats buckwheat and almonds. In processed foods, it can be found in wholemeal bread.
You can find fresh food by weight on the Medonet Market. Order white sesame and black sesame, almonds and roasted buckwheat and unroasted buckwheat.
If you are not sure whether your diet contains lysine in the right amounts, you can take supplements to be sure. Supplementation is allowed from the age of two, but the dose must be expertly adjusted to the age and weight of the child. Before starting supplementation, perform a Shipment 26 amino acid profile test to determine the level of a given amino acid (including lysine) in the body.
Lysine is also the main active ingredient of the dietary supplement that is available on Medonet Market – now at an attractive price.
Lysine – Recommended Intake
According to data provided by health organizations, the daily dose of lysine for an adult should be 30-35 mg for every kilogram of body weight. In the case of children from 13 to 18 years of age, it is 12 mg of lysine for every kilogram, and for children under the age of 13 – 10 mg. These values apply to healthy people in normal condition. The demand may be greater in the case of people who are convalescing, lose weight, and are also very active physically and mentally.
We recommend L-Lysine 500 mg Viridian – the supplement is available in packages of 90 capsules.
Lysine – contraindications
Are there any contraindications to taking l-lysine, which has such an important effect on the human body? Theoretically no, but preparations containing lysine are not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding women and people who are to undergo surgery in the near future.