Lysine Deficiency
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The following are the only people who may experience a lysine deficiency:
- People on low protein diets
People who are on low protein diets may become deficient not just in histidine but all of the amino acids (and especially the essential amino acids) if their protein intake is not sufficient. - Strict vegans and vegetarians
Some really strict vegans and vegetarians may become deficient not just in histidine but all of the amino acids (and especially the essential amino acids) if they are not combining their foods correctly to get the correct balance of protein and amino acids. - People who get cold sores
People who get cold sores very often may be more likely to be deficient in lysine and even if they are not, do benefit from taking a lysine supplement, as lysine seems to prevent the herpes virus from replicating and slows down infection and helps quicken healing from the cold sore outbreak.
Lysine deficiency is not common, but it can occur. People who get cold sores very often may benefit from lysine supplementation
Lysine Deficiency Symptoms
Symptoms of lysine deficiency include:
- Anaemia
- Bloodshot eyes
- Enzyme disorders
- Hair loss
- Irritability
- Lack of energy
- Poor appetite
- Poor concentration
- Weight loss
People with any of these symptoms should seek advice from their medical practitioner to determine if lysine supplementation is required.