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Lysine
L-Lysine
is one of the aminos that is of utmost importance to growth and development.
It is used in the body for calcium absorption, which results in bone and
muscle growth as well as fat mobilization for energy uses.
It
maintains the nitrogen balance and helps to maintain lean body mass in periods
of extreme stress and fatigue. It is also needed to produce antibodies,
hormones (GH, testosterone, insulin, you name it), enzymes, collagen and to
repair damaged tissue, much like histidine and most of the essential amino
acids.
Next
to maintaining it, it also helps to build new muscle protein. And the
cardiovascular benefits include the maintenance of healthy blood vessels.
Use
To Bodybuilders Next
to the maintenance and manufacture of muscle protein, Lysine plays a role in
revitalizing the body to combat fatigue and overtraining and it maintains a
positive nitrogen balance, creating an anabolic environment within the body.
Dosage
Normal recommendation is
12 mg per kilo of bodyweight, but daily intake exceeds that, and even when
taking in 1.5 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight, a couple of extra mg
won't hurt. It's a priority amino acid to the athlete. but beware of
overdosing.
Overdosing
Could result in higher
LDL cholesterol, diarrhea and gallstones.
Medical
Uses Treating
of cold sources and lack of energy.
Sources
Cheese, eggs, milk, meat,
yeast, potatoes and lima beans.
Deficiency May lead to enzyme disorders, lack of energy,
hair loss (common for protein shortage), weight loss, no appetite and loss of
concentration.
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