- Helps reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection
- Provides lysine, an essential amino acid that maintains good health
Provides lysine, an essential amino acid that maintains good health. The essential amino acid L-lysine cannot be synthesized by the body and must be supplied through the diet. It is best known for its ability to reduce the recurrence of infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which mainly affects the skin and mucous membranes. Because HSV requires arginine to replicate, lysine plays an important role in maintaining healthy gum and lip tissue. Lysine competes with arginine for transport into cells and reabsorption in the kidneys, increasing arginine excretion. It also stimulates the activity of arginase, an enzyme responsible for the breakdown of arginine. Studies suggest that lysine supplementation significantly reduces the frequency of HSV recurrences, including cold sores. Additionally, a randomized, placebo-controlled trial demonstrated that lysine reduces the occurrence, severity, and recovery time of recurrent infections.
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