L-lysine is classified as an essential amino acid for humans and must be supplied in the diet. The male adult’s daily requirement is 12 mg per kg of body weight. It is extremely rare for a diet to contain insufficient quantities of lysine. Vegetarians who...view more
L-lysine is classified as an essential amino acid for humans and must be supplied in the diet. The male adult’s daily requirement is 12 mg per kg of body weight. It is extremely rare for a diet to contain insufficient quantities of lysine. Vegetarians who follow a macrobiotic diet and athletes who exercise vigorously on a frequent basis must take care to obtain sufficient L-lysine. Beans, peas and lentils are the best source of lysine. view less
Polylysine is a highly hygroscopic, water soluble, pale yellow powder with a slightly bitter taste. This product can inhibit the growth of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria as well as yeasts, molds, and viruses. Polylysine is most commonly used as...view more
Polylysine is a highly hygroscopic, water soluble, pale yellow powder with a slightly bitter taste. This product can inhibit the growth of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria as well as yeasts, molds, and viruses. Polylysine is most commonly used as a food preservative in alcohol, organic acid, glyceride, cooked rice, cake, snack, noodle, beverage, brewing, meat, and canned food applications. view less
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