Solgar L-Lysine 500mg is a dietary supplement in vegetable capsules, with 500mg of free form L-lysine per capsule, derived from lysine hydrochloride. Lysine is one of the nine essential amino acids, meaning it is not synthesized by the human body and must be obtained from the diet. The package contains 50 vegetable capsules.
It is aimed at adults who want a specific, measurable amount of lysine separately from their diet. It is especially of interest to those who follow a vegan or strict vegetarian diet, as cereals are poor in lysine, those who systematically reduce animal products, and people with intense physical activity who monitor their amino acid intake.
The body's proteins are made up of twenty amino acids. Eleven of these can be manufactured by the body itself, the remaining nine cannot, and their only source is the diet. Lysine belongs to the second group. In nutritional science, it is often called the 'limiting amino acid' of cereals, because it is found in low proportion in wheat, rice, and corn compared to the rest. Legumes, on the other hand, are relatively rich in lysine, which is one of the reasons why the combination of legumes and cereals is traditionally considered complementary.
Within the cell, lysine is incorporated into the proteins synthesized by the organism, including collagen, where some lysine residues are hydroxylated and participate in the cross-links that give strength to the fiber. It is also a precursor of molecules in intermediary metabolism. All of this describes what lysine is and what it does in biochemistry. These are not health claims, because lysine does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA.*
According to the product presentation by Solgar, L-lysine is associated with the following:
The above statements are attributed to the producer. L-lysine does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA and its role remains a subject of research.*
This is a single-ingredient product, without combinations and without additional active ingredients. Lysine is provided as hydrochloride, a stable and well-soluble form, and is stated to be in free form, meaning it is not bound to a peptide and does not require prior protein digestion to be absorbed. The dose of 500mg per vegetable capsule allows for a consistent intake of one capsule or an increase to two, as indicated on the label.
The capsule shell is plant-based, made from hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, so the product is suitable for vegans. The producer's free from statement covers sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy and dairy, while no preservatives, sweeteners or artificial fragrances are used in the preparation. The product also carries gluten free and kosher labeling.
It suits vegans and vegetarians, whose diet is based on cereals with low lysine content. It is suitable for people who have limited meat, fish and dairy products and want to cover a specific amino acid without taking protein powder. It is also of interest to those who exercise and monitor their amino acid intake in detail, as well as adults who want a simple, single-ingredient formula with a clean label. The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis or treatment. For any infection or dermatological problem, evaluation is done by a doctor.
Main ingredients per vegetable capsule: L-lysine (free form, as hydrochloride) 500 mg.
Other ingredients: L-lysine, vegetable capsule shell (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agent (vegetable magnesium stearate).
Free from: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, dairy and gluten. No preservatives, sweeteners or artificial fragrances are used. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Form: vegetable capsules.
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 2 vegetable capsules daily, preferably with water or juice between meals. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
With one vegetable capsule per day, the 50-capsule package covers about 50 days. With two per day, it covers about 25 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In pregnancy, breastfeeding, on medication or with an existing health condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
Each vegetable capsule provides 500mg of free form L-lysine. The label allows for one or two capsules daily.
Because the body cannot synthesize it. The only source is the diet or the supplement.
Primarily animal foods, such as meat, fish, eggs and dairy products, as well as legumes. Cereals contain comparatively less.
The package instruction recommends taking it between meals, with water or juice.
Yes. Lysine is not of animal origin and the capsule shell is plant-based.
No. Amino acids, including lysine, do not have an approved health claim by the EFSA. Therefore, we only describe what the substance is and what its role is in biochemistry.*
Protein powder provides a mixture of many amino acids in large quantities. Here you get a single amino acid in an exact, measured dose.
* L-lysine does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The claims on benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or diagnosis of a human disease.
Main ingredients per phytocapsule: L-lysine (free form, as hydrochloride) 500 mg.
Other ingredients: L-lysine, phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agent (vegetable magnesium stearate).
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, dairy and gluten. No preservatives, sweeteners or artificial fragrances used. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Form: phytocapsules.
Recommended dosage: for adults, 1 to 2 phytocapsules daily, preferably with water or juice between meals. Do not exceed the recommended usage instructions.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 50-capsule pack covers approximately 50 days. With two per day, it covers approximately 25 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In case of pregnancy, breastfeeding, medication or existing health conditions, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, out of reach of children.
