NOW Foods L-Lysine, 500mg, 250 tablets

NOW Supplements L-Lysine (L-Lysine Hydrochloride) 500 mg provides an essential amino acid that must be obtained through the diet or supplementation. Lysine is necessary for the production of all proteins in the body, and is required for the maintenance of the structural proteins collagen and elastin, which form all connective tissue such as skin, tendon, and bone. Lysine is also a precursor to carnitine, which is needed for fat metabolism and energy production. In addition, lysine may help to support a healthy immune system and proper cardiovascular function. Natural color variation may occur in this product.Product features: L-Lysine is an essential amino acid, which means that it cannot be manufactured by the body and must be obtained through the diet or by supplementation* Lysine is necessary for the production of all protein in the body including hormones, enzymes, and antibodies, as well as carnitine and collagen, which is the structural protein forming all connective tissue such as skin, tendon, and bone* L-Lysine also plays a major role in calcium absorption* Take 1 tablet 1 to 3 times daily Packaged in the USA by a family owned and operated company since 1968.