L-Lysine

L-Lysine is an essential amino acid (a protein building block) that cannot be produced by the body from other nutri ents. It helps ensure adequate absorption of calcium and the formation of collagen for bone, cartilage and connective tissue. This compound is odorless.L-Lysine is an essential amino acid used in human nutrition. It plays a vital role in calcium absorption, building muscle protein and recovering from surgery or sports injuries. It is used for the treatment of herpes infections and cold sores. Its derivatives lysine acetylsalicylate is utilized to treat pain as well as to detoxify the body after heroin use. It is an important additive to animal feed. Further, it is used in many foods, especially red meats, fish and dairy products.