NOW Supplements, (L-Lysine Hydrochloride) 1,000 mg, Double Strength, Amino Acid, 100 Tablets

• DOUBLE STRENGTH VEGAN TABLETS/ESSENTIAL AMINO ACID: Lysine is an essential amino acid that must be obtained through diet or supplementation.
• SUPPORTS COLLAGEN SYNTHESIS*: Necessary for the production of all proteins in the body and is required for the maintenance of the structural proteins collagen and elastin.*
• CERTIFICATIONS/CLASSIFICATIONS: Soy Free, Non-GMO, Vegan/Vegetarian, Nut Free, Made without Gluten, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Kosher
• GMP Quality Assured: NPA A-rated GMP certification means that every aspect of the NOW manufacturing process has been examined, including our laboratory/testing methods (for stability, potency, and product formulation).
• Packaged in the USA by a family owned and operated company since 1968.

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• Question : What is Lysine?
  Answer : Lysine is an essential amino acid and must be obtained through diet or supplements.
• Question : What are the benefits of Lysine?
  Answer : 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 tissues such as skin, tendon, and bone. In addition, lysine may help to support a healthy immune system and proper cardiovascular function.
• Question : What certification does Lysine have?
  Answer : Lysine is certified as soy-free, non-GMO, vegan/vegetarian, nut-free, made without gluten, dairy-free, and kosher.
• Question : Why do you take Lysine? What does it do for you personally?
  Answer : Most cold sores/fever blisters are caused by a virus in your system & taking 1000mg of Lysine daily helps prevent them. Taking higher doses at the first sign of a breakout can stop its growth and heal it quickly.
• Question : What size are the pills?
  Answer : The pills are large and some find them difficult to swallow.
• Question : Is this product vegan?
  Answer : Yes, according to Nowfoods.com, it is listed as vegetarian/vegan.
• Question : What type of lysine is this? Where is it sourced from? Is it synthetically produced or a whole food supplement?
  Answer : This product contains L-Lysine Hydrochloride and is manufactured in the USA. It is not specified if it is synthetically produced or a whole food supplement.
• Question : Does this product have a garlic odor to it?
  Answer : No, it does not smell or taste like garlic.
• Question : Is it made in China?
  Answer : No, it is made in the USA.
• Question : Are these Now Foods, L-Lysine 500 mg Vegetarian capsules or Rough tablets?
  Answer : These are vegetarian tablets with smooth surfaces.
• Question : Is there any rice or rice by-products in it?
  Answer : No, the ingredients listed do not include rice or rice by-products.
• Question : Are the pills coated?
  Answer : The pills are not coated, but they have a smooth finish.
• Question : Are they made with corn?
  Answer : The ingredients listed do not include corn. The product contains L-Lysine Hydrochloride, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Vegetarian Coating, Croscarmellose Sodium, and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source).