There are some nutrients which are needed in minimal quantities for our body, but they play a very vital role in the healthy functioning of our body. One such nutrient is Lysine. It is a type of amino acid. It is one of the building blocks of protein, and we all know the importance of protein.
Some of the popular lysine sources include rice, wheat, pulses, milk, and soy beans.
What are the Benefits of Lysine?
- It helps to absorb calcium found in our food.
- It aids in curing bone disorder namely osteoporosis.
- Our body needs lysine to build tissues and muscles.
- It cures pain.
- Plays a vital role in recovering people who are addicted to alcohol.
- Lysine helps in curing akki disease, and throat pain.
Problems that arise due to Lysine Deficiency
- Lack of Lysine in our body will make the bones to become porous and soft.
- Reduction in immunity levels.
- Affects eye sight.
- Wounds take a long time to heal.
- It affects growth in children.
- It creates tiredness in muscles.
What are the sources?
- Present in all protein rich foods.
- Egg, meat, sardine fish, and chicken.
- Soya beans, peas.
- Milk, cheese, cottage cheese.
- Yeast, wheat barn.
- It is found in lesser quantities in wheat and corn flours.
How much lysine do we need per day?
- 3 -4-month-old babies need 103 mg per kg of their body weight.
- 2 – 9-year-old kids need 64 mg per kg of their body weight.
- 10 – 19-year-old teenagers and youngsters need 12 mg per kg of their body weight.
- Adult men and women need 0.84 mg per day.
