Formulas containing L-arginine with L-lysine do not work, and are the result of improper formulating.

Dietary disproportions of amino acids are counterproductive and can alter serum levels and flux of specific amino acids across the Blood-Brain-Barrier (BBB). The Lysine/Arginine antagonism is an example of this alteration. A plethora of definitive clinical studies have proven that L-arginine and L-lysine are antagonistic in humans, IE Johns Hopkins University.

One of the most prominent formulating mistakes related to L-arginine antagonism is the inclusion of Lysine. Though L-lysine is a direct antagonist of L-arginine, it is frequently seen in L-arginine formulas. L-lysine should never be combined with L-arginine, but is often seen in L-arginine products with the purpose of mitigating the herpes reaction. This combining technique is a result of bad science, as it negates the benefits of L-arginine.

L-LYSINE & HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS

The human Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is a recurrent viral infection that is caused by Herpes virus hominis (HVH), a widespread infectious agent. The human herpes viruses are multipotential, and inclu+de HSV types 1 and 2, human cytomegalovirus, Varicella-Zoster virus, and the Epstein-Barr Virus. These viruses are transmitted by respiratory and oral secretions and commonly produce fever blisters, cold sores, flu-like symptoms, headache, swollen glands, and may also infect the urethra causing burning sensations during urination. There is currently no cure for HSV, but there are measures that can be taken to reduce manifestations.

Increased levels of lysine over arginine suppress viral replication and inhibit cytopathogenicity of herpes simplex virus (HSV). This interaction between the amino acids lysine and arginine can be mitigated by taking L-lysine supplements about 2 hours separately from L-arginine.

The L-ARGININE M² patent and formula have been bioengineered to reduce the effects of herpes simplex as stimulated by lack of L-lysine, but symptom triggers in humans are also caused by lack of sleep and stress. Eight hours of sleep per night is required to reduce activation of HSV. During human sleep cycles, immune function is activated, which affects the herpes simplex virus, as well as all viruses. Additionally, if sleep cycles and nutrient intake is not balanced, HSV will become prominent with manifestations such as cold sores and lethargy.

L-LYSINE DOSAGE & HSV

Lysine has been used effectively as an agent for reduction of occurrence, severity and healing time for recurrent HSV infection. Supplementation with free-form L-lysine has shown to be beneficial in controlling herpes symptoms.

The amount of Lysine required to control herpes varies from case to case, but a typical dose to maintain remission (as stated in most trials) is 500-1000 milligrams (mg), and for active herpes, 1000 mg (1 gram) to 6000 mg (6 grams) taken daily.

Clinical trials suggested that persons with the herpes simplex virus take 1000 mg of oral L-lysine in capsule form, a few times per day (1-3), taken 2 hours apart from the L-arginine (as they compete with each other).

In terms of controlling HSV outbreaks, UCLA School of Medicine (Dr. Griffith, Dr. Kagan, Dr. Norins) found that there is a 96% success rate in patients taking 1500 mg of supplemental L-lysine daily.

Lysine supplements in capsule form can be found in most health food stores. When selecting a Lysine supplement, Lysine should be the only ingredient listed on the label, as the addition of any other amino acid or ingredient can negate its benefit. Tablets are to be avoided. The most advanced and efficacious form of Lysine supplementation is NanoGel technology.

If foods, beverages (other than water), or nutrients are present in the gut at the same time as L--ARGININE M², then the amino acid L-arginine will revert back to its role as an amino acid, and not a Blind Amino Acid, which will negate its benefits.

Therefore, no other foods, beverages, or nutrition products can be taken at the same time as the L-ARGININE M². These guidelines differ in timing based on whether the DAYTIME dose or the NIGHT-TIME dose is taken.

For the DAYTIME dose, that means foods, beverages (other than water), and/or any nutrition product, should be taken 1/2 hour apart from the L-ARGININE M², both prior to taking L-ARGININE M², and after taking L-ARGININE M².

DAYTIME DOSE EXAMPLE: If you take 1 scoop of L-ARGININE M² at 11 AM, do not eat any food or take any supplements ½ hour prior to 11 AM and do not eat any food or take any supplements until after 11:30 AM (1/2 hour after taking one scoop of L-ARGININE M²). Water is acceptable, but not flavored water, sodas, or diet sodas, etc. This insures that the product will work at its maximum capacity.

 
      
For the NIGHT-TIME dose, no foods, supplements, or anything other than water should be ingested 2 hours prior to taking 2 scoops of L-ARGININE M² at bedtime. The NIGHT-TIME dose requires 2 scoops, not 1 scoop, as 1 scoop will not elicit anti-aging benefits. Taking 1 scoop at night will only provide the DAYTIME benefits, and not the NIGHT-TIME benefits.

Ingesting foods, beverages (except water), and any supplement, within 2 hours of taking the NIGH-TIME dose, will block anti-aging benefits.