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Name:

L-Lysine

 

Action:

This amino acid cannot be synthesised in the body. Highly concentrated in Muscle Tissue and is metabolised to acetyl CoA - used in the production of energy.
Lysine is a precursor for Carnitine (see L-Carnitine) which is used for the transportation of fats to be used up for energy.

Uses:

Weight Management, Energy Levels, Muscle & Collagen Formation.

 

Food Source:

Meats, soya, tofu.