{"product_id":"now-foods-l-lysine-500-mg","title":"NOW Foods L-Lysine 500 mg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOW L-Lysine 500 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e supplies an essential amino acid the body cannot make on its own, for adults who want extra lysine to support collagen production and general wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLysine is required to build every protein in the body and to maintain the structural proteins collagen and elastin, and it also serves as a precursor to carnitine, which supports fat metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tablet or veg capsule supplies 500 mg of L-Lysine, from 637 mg of L-Lysine Hydrochloride, with no daily value established. Tablets are made with microcrystalline cellulose and a vegetarian coating; veg capsules use a hypromellose (cellulose) capsule shell with rice flour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake it once to three times daily, with or without food. NOW manufactures this product in an Intertek GMP certified facility and it carries Non-GMO, Kosher, Halal, and Vegan certifications, and is not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut, or sesame ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 mg of L-Lysine per tablet or veg capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports collagen and elastin production for connective tissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy immune function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes as a dietary precursor to carnitine for fat metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 100 or 250 count tablets and 250 count veg capsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Intertek GMP certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFormula Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eL-Lysine (from 637 mg L-Lysine Hydrochloride), 500 mg per tablet or capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 tablet or veg capsule 1 to 3 times daily. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the tablet and the veg capsule?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth deliver the same 500 mg of L-Lysine per serving. The tablet uses a vegetarian coating and the veg capsule uses a cellulose shell with rice flour, so the choice comes down to which form you prefer to swallow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to take this with food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. NOW's suggested use does not require food, so it can be taken with or without a meal, 1 to 3 times daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do people take lysine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLysine is an essential amino acid the body cannot produce, so it must come from food or a supplement. It supports the production of collagen and elastin and general protein synthesis throughout the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Both the tablet and veg capsule forms are formulated as vegan and do not use animal-derived ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should talk to a doctor before taking this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOW recommends this for adults only, and anyone who is pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or managing a medical condition should consult a physician before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOW Foods","offers":[{"title":"100 Tablets","offer_id":41627560083514,"sku":"0100","price":6.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"250 Tablets","offer_id":41627560116282,"sku":"0102","price":13.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"250 Veg Capsules","offer_id":41627560149050,"sku":"0112","price":15.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0133\/8576\/0826\/files\/0100_mainimage.png?v=1788289262","url":"https:\/\/tigerfitness.com\/products\/now-foods-l-lysine-500-mg","provider":"Tiger Fitness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}