Lysine is abundant in which foods?

The article is professionally consulted by Resident Doctor, Doctor Nguyen Hung Tien - Pediatrician - Neonatologist - Department of Pediatrics - Neonatal, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital

Lysine is one of the essential amino acids to maintain the health of both children and adults. Lysine participates in many activities and functions of the body, in which the main roles of lysine include:
Involved in tissue regeneration and muscle building after surgery or injury. Produce antibodies and stimulate secretion of growth hormones. Stimulating the production of digestive enzymes makes the digestive process more efficient. Helps increase the efficiency of calcium absorption and is a raw material for the body to synthesize collagen, helping to strengthen teeth and bones. In which collagen is the substance that helps to perfect the structure of tendons, bones and cartilage, making the baby's skin softer and smoother. Promotes the body to produce carnitine, which is an essential nutrient for converting fat into energy and reducing cholesterol in the blood. When the body lacks lysine, there will be manifestations such as fatigue, dizziness, dizziness, nausea, anorexia, hair loss, anemia, and growth retardation. However, the human body cannot synthesize lysine on its own, so to supplement lysine, it is necessary to provide lysine-rich foods in daily meals.

Foods rich in lysine for a nutritious diet include:
Cheese: is the most nutrient-dense food source of dairy products. Cheese has most of the essential amino acids in it, including lysine. Beef is a very tasty and high-protein dish. Beef also contains many essential amino acids for the body.
Chicken: Cooked chicken breast not only contains a lot of easily digestible protein, but also has a lot of amino acids and lysine. Other poultry meat. Tuna: Most fish are very healthy because they contain omega 3 but tuna is one of the fish that is especially rich in lysine. Pork: is one of the popular foods in most countries in the world and millions of people consume pork daily. Pork is an animal rich in protein and many amino acids in which lysine is indispensable. Lamb. Shrimp: Shrimp or crab are all types of seafood that are rich in protein and amino acids. Eggs: are delicious and nutritious foods that are loved by many people. Eggs contain high protein content and a lot of lysine, especially eggs with yolks are very good for people who exercise a lot like bodybuilders. Grains, legumes. Soybean: is a nutritious food with high vegetable protein content. Soybeans are an excellent source of amino acids and lysine. White beans: are foods used in the processing of many different dishes, especially this is a food rich in lysine. In summary, lysine is one of the essential amino acids for the body and at all ages, has the effect of stimulating the body to produce collagen and enhance calcium absorption, especially it helps children eat better, increase their appetite. Enhance the metabolism of nutrients and grow taller. However, the body cannot synthesize lysine on its own, so to supplement lysine, it is necessary to have a nutritious diet and to provide it with foods rich in lysine such as cheese, chicken, tuna, meat. pigs, sheep, shrimp, crabs, beans, cereals...
Besides, parents should supplement their children with supportive products containing lysine, essential micro-minerals and vitamins such as zinc, chromium , selenium, B vitamins to help fully meet the nutritional needs of children. At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion, enhance nutrient absorption, help improve anorexia, and help children eat well.
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