HealthAid L-Lysine. Lysine is an essential amino acid vital in the make-up of critical body proteins. It is needed for muscle growth, tissue repairs, horomones and enzyme production. Muscle tissue has large quantities of protein, and the body uses lysine to form the structures of muscle. Lysine is also involved with proper utilization of fatty acids needed for energy production and helpful in promoting better concentration.
Lysine has been found to be useful in treatment of herpes, the virus that causes cold sores and veruccas. The body uses lysine to create the armour and weapons of the immune system, which can then identify and destroy the herpes virus. Having adequate lysine is essential to strong immunity.
* From a vegetable source.