CanPrev Pure L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid Powder | 300g
Visit the CanPrev Store| Brand | CanPrev |
| Serving | 1-2 scoops daily (1.5g L-Lysine per scoop) |
| Licensed Natural Health Product | NPN 80086827 |
| Quality Standards | GMP-compliant facility |
| Country | Made in Canada  |
About this item
- HIGH-POTENCY 1.5G DOSE: Each scoop of CanPrev Pure L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid Powder delivers 1.5g of pure, vegan, fermentation-derived L-Lysine - a focused, single-ingredient dose.
- HELPS REDUCE RECURRENCE OF COLD SORES: This product's label authorizes helping to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores).
- HELPS IN COLLAGEN FORMATION: Also authorized to help in collagen formation, supporting the amino acid building blocks used in skin and connective tissue.
- AN ESSENTIAL AMINO ACID FOR GOOD HEALTH: L-Lysine is an essential amino acid the body cannot make on its own - this product's label describes it as essential for the maintenance of good health.
- VEGAN AND FERMENTATION-DERIVED: Pure, fermented L-Lysine and nothing else - no fillers, no binders, no animal sourcing.
- UNFLAVOURED AND EASY TO MIX: Mix 1-2 scoops well into 1-2 cups of liquid (water, juice, etc.) and consume immediately - no taste to mask.
- FREE FROM GMO, GLUTEN, DAIRY, SOY AND SUGAR: Also free from wheat, yeast, artificial colours, flavours, preservatives and animal products.
- A 100-200 DAY SUPPLY, MADE IN CANADA: 300g provides 200 scoops - up to 200 days at 1 scoop/day or 100 days at 2 scoops/day. Formulated and made in Canada by CanPrev Natural Health Products Ltd. and licensed under NPN 80086827.
Product Description
L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid - 1.5g Pure L-Lysine per Scoop
1.5g of pure, vegan, fermentation-derived L-Lysine in one unflavoured scoop. An essential amino acid for the maintenance of good health, formulated to help reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores) and help in collagen formation. Licensed Natural Health Product. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80086827.
1,5 g de L-lysine pure, végane et d'origine fermentée par mesure sans saveur. Un acide aminé essentiel pour le maintien d'une bonne santé, formulé pour aider à réduire la récurrence de l'infection au virus herpès simplex (VHS) (par ex., boutons de fièvre/feu sauvage) et aider à la formation du collagène. Produit de santé naturel homologué.
Cold Sore & Collagen Support That Starts From Within
1.5g pure L-Lysine per scoop, 1-2 scoops daily
1.5g of Pure L-Lysine, Once or Twice Daily
Each scoop delivers 1.5g of vegan, fermentation-derived L-Lysine - mixed well into 1-2 cups of water, juice or your favourite beverage, immediately before consumption.
Helps Reduce Cold Sore Recurrence and Supports Collagen Formation
Formulated to help reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores), and to help in collagen formation for healthy skin and connective tissue.
What L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid Supports
One medicinal ingredient - 1.5g of vegan, fermentation-derived L-Lysine per scoop - studied for its role in herpes simplex virus (HSV) management and collagen formation.
Helps Reduce Cold Sore Recurrence
Helps to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores) - this product's own authorized Health Canada use.
Helps in Collagen Formation
Helps in collagen formation, supporting the amino acid building blocks needed for healthy skin, ligaments, tendons, muscle, bones and joints.
Essential Amino Acid for Good Health
L-Lysine is an essential amino acid the body cannot make on its own - this product provides it in a pure, concentrated 1.5g dose per scoop.
Flexible 1-2 Scoop Daily Dosing
Take 1 scoop for daily maintenance or 2 scoops per day as directed by a healthcare practitioner - mix into 1-2 cups of liquid immediately before consumption.
Vegan, Fermentation-Derived, Unflavoured
No animal sourcing, no taste to mask, no fillers or binders - mixes cleanly into water, juice or any beverage.
Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Made in Canada
Non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, sugar-free, no artificial colours/flavours/preservatives - formulated and made in Canada.
CanPrev Pure L-Lysine Vegan Powder: Supplement Facts
Each scoop (1.5 g) contains:
- L-Lysine (L-Lysine monohydrochloride) Free-form amino acid, fermentation-derived, vegan1.5 g
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: No non-medicinal ingredients are listed on this product's label.
Recommended Use or Purpose: Essential amino acid for the maintenance of good health. Helps to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores). Helps in collagen formation.
Recommended Dose (Adults, 19 years and older): Take 1-2 scoops per day. Mix product well in 1-2 cups of liquid (water, juice, etc.) immediately before consumption. Recommended Duration of Use: Ask a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 6 months.
Cautions and Warnings: Ask a healthcare practitioner prior to use of this product if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or following a low protein diet. Do not use if safety seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.
Chaque mesure (1,5 g) contient :
- L-lysine (monochlorhydrate de L-lysine) Acide aminé libre, d'origine fermentée, végane1.5 g
Ingrédients non médicinaux : Aucun ingrédient non médicinal n'est indiqué sur l'étiquette de ce produit.
Usage ou fins recommandés : Acide aminé essentiel pour le maintien d'une bonne santé. Aide à réduire la récurrence de l'infection au virus herpès simplex (VHS) (par ex., boutons de fièvre/feu sauvage). Aide à la formation du collagène.
Dose recommandée (adultes de 19 ans et plus) : Prendre 1 à 2 mesures par jour. Bien mélanger le produit dans 1 à 2 tasses de liquide (eau, jus, etc.) et consommer immédiatement. Durée d'utilisation recommandée : Consulter un praticien de soins de santé pour un usage de plus de 6 mois.
Mises en garde et avertissements : Consulter un praticien de soins de santé avant d'en faire l'usage si vous êtes enceinte, si vous êtes allaitante, ou si vous suivez un régime faible en protéines. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé. Garder hors de la portée des enfants.
NPN 80086827
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Get it on Amazon.caWhy CanPrev Pure L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid
A single, high-potency 1.5g dose of vegan, fermentation-derived L-Lysine per scoop - formulated to help reduce the recurrence of cold sores and help in collagen formation.
1.5g of pure L-Lysine per scoop
Vegan, fermentation-derived, free-form L-Lysine monohydrochloride - mixed into 1-2 cups of liquid and consumed immediately, 1-2 times daily.
Helps reduce cold sore recurrence and supports collagen formation
Helps to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores) and helps in collagen formation - this product's authorized Health Canada uses.
Vegan and fermentation-derived
Not animal-sourced, unflavoured, no fillers or binders - mixes cleanly into water, juice or any beverage.
Non-GMO and made in Canada
CanPrev - non-GMO, gluten/dairy/soy/sugar-free, formulated and made in Canada, licensed under NPN 80086827.
Inside every scoop
1.5g of pure, vegan, fermentation-derived L-Lysine per scoop - mixed into 1-2 cups of liquid, 1-2 times a day.
How to use it
Take 1-2 scoops per day
Adults (19 years and older): take 1-2 scoops per day, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Mix into 1-2 cups of liquid and drink right away
Mix product well in 1-2 cups of liquid (water, juice, etc.) and consume immediately before consumption.
A 100-200 day supply per tub
300g provides 200 scoops - up to 200 days at 1 scoop/day, or 100 days at 2 scoops/day. Ask a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 6 months.
What the research says about L-Lysine
Educational summaries of published research on L-Lysine and related amino acid supplementation generally; not product-specific claims beyond what is stated above. CanPrev Pure L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid Powder's own claims are the uses authorized under NPN 80086827: essential amino acid for the maintenance of good health, helps to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores), and helps in collagen formation.
A 6-month placebo-controlled trial found L-lysine reduced HSV recurrence, severity and healing time
In a double-blind, placebo-controlled multicenter trial, participants taking 1,000 mg of L-lysine three times a day (3,000 mg/day) for 6 months had significantly fewer herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections than the placebo group, with significantly reduced symptom severity and healing time.
Human RCTSerum lysine concentration above a threshold tracked with fewer cold sore recurrences
In a 12-month double-blind crossover study of 1,000 mg/day oral L-lysine in people with frequently recurring herpes labialis, recurrence rates fell significantly when serum lysine concentration exceeded 165 nmol/ml, and rose again when levels fell below that threshold - suggesting a dose/serum-level relationship.
Human RCTA large patient survey reported lysine reduced recurrence, severity and healing time of herpes lesions
In a survey of 1,543 people using an average of 936 mg of lysine daily for herpes simplex (cold sores, canker sores, genital herpes), 84% said lysine supplementation prevented recurrence or decreased frequency, and most reported milder symptoms and faster healing while taking it.
SurveyNot every controlled trial found a benefit: one placebo-controlled study found no effect on recurrence
A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral L-lysine hydrochloride (400 mg three times a day, 1,200 mg/day) in 21 people with frequently recurring herpes simplex found no substantial benefit on episode frequency, duration or severity, concluding lysine was unlikely to help most patients at this lower dose.
Human RCTA crossover study found no overall effect on recurrence rate, though some patients did better on lysine than placebo
In a double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study of 65 patients taking 1,000 mg/day L-lysine for recurrent herpes labialis, lysine had no significant overall effect on recurrence rate or lesion healing, though significantly more patients were recurrence-free during the lysine period than during placebo.
Human RCTA Cochrane review of 32 trials found no evidence of benefit for lysine specifically, while long-term antivirals showed modest benefit
A Cochrane systematic review and meta-analysis of 32 randomized trials (2,640 participants) testing 19 different interventions for preventing recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) found no evidence of efficacy for lysine, among several other treatments, while long-term oral antiviral drugs showed a modest but real reduction in recurrence.
Systematic review / meta-analysisA 2017 review found low doses ineffective, but higher doses may help symptoms
A review of the lysine-for-herpes-prophylaxis literature concluded that L-lysine supplementation appears ineffective for preventing or treating herpes simplex lesions at doses below 1 g/day without an accompanying low-arginine diet, but that doses above 3 g/day appeared to improve patients' subjective experience of the disease.
ReviewA natural-medicine review lists lysine among several evidence-informed options for herpes simplex management
A review of natural approaches to herpes simplex discusses lysine, vitamin C, zinc, vitamin E and lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) as substances with evidence suggesting possible benefit for treating active lesions or preventing recurrences, alongside conventional antiviral options.
ReviewA clinical review of genital herpes notes some evidence for L-lysine as an adjunct approach
A clinical review of genital herpes simplex virus infection for family physicians notes that, alongside effective conventional oral antiviral therapy, there is some evidence that alternative approaches such as L-lysine, zinc and certain herbal preparations may offer some benefit.
ReviewLysine undergoes specific chemical modifications that are essential to collagen's structure
A review of lysine post-translational modifications in collagen describes how, during collagen biosynthesis, specific lysine residues are hydroxylated and then glycosylated, and these modified lysines are later used to form the covalent cross-links that give collagen its structural strength.
ReviewHydroxylysine glycosylation is one of the simplest, most essential modifications for collagen assembly
A review of collagen hydroxylysine glycosylation describes how, after lysine and proline residues are hydroxylated, specific hydroxylysine residues are further modified with sugar groups (galactose and glucose) - a modification essential for proper collagen folding and extracellular matrix organization.
ReviewVitamin C acts on proline and lysine to enable collagen synthesis
A review of vitamin C's physiological roles describes it as a required reducing agent for the hydroxylation of proline and lysine during collagen fiber synthesis, and notes that severe vitamin C deficiency (scurvy) manifests partly as impaired wound healing and skin lesions due to disrupted collagen formation.
ReviewLysine-derived collagen cross-links are directly tied to bone strength
A review of collagen cross-links in mineralizing tissues describes how enzymatic cross-linking, built from specific lysine and hydroxylysine residues, is integral to bone's biomechanical strength, and how disturbances in this lysine-based cross-linking pattern correlate with reduced bone strength in osteoporosis research.
ReviewA 6-month trial of an arginine-lysine-lactose combination improved bone density measures in osteoporosis
In postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, adding an arginine-lysine-glycerophosphate-lactose combination to calcitonin therapy for 6 months was associated with a greater increase in bone mineral density and a greater reduction in bone-turnover markers than calcitonin alone, attributed partly to improved intestinal calcium absorption. This studied a lysine-containing combination product, not L-lysine alone.
Human RCTA similar arginine-lysine-lactose combination showed comparable bone-density benefits in a second study
In a comparable study of senile involutional osteoporosis, an arginine-lysine-lactose combination added to carbocalcitonin therapy produced a greater increase in bone mineral density and greater reductions in pain and bone-turnover markers than carbocalcitonin alone, again attributed to improved intestinal calcium absorption. As with the related 1994 trial above, this evaluated a lysine-containing combination, not L-lysine on its own.
Human RCTLysine (with methionine) is the body's raw material for making carnitine
A review of carnitine's metabolic functions explains that L-carnitine is synthesized in the body using the amino acids L-lysine and L-methionine as substrates, and that carnitine's central job is transporting fatty acid chains into the mitochondrial matrix so cells can break down fat for energy.
ReviewA healthy diet sufficiently rich in lysine and methionine can meet the body's carnitine needs on its own
A review of carnitine in human nutrition notes that fatty acid oxidation is carnitine-dependent, and that a healthy adult on a balanced diet sufficiently rich in lysine and methionine can generally synthesize all the carnitine the body needs without a separate dietary source.
ReviewLysine's role as a carnitine precursor shows up even in metabolic studies unrelated to supplementation
A metabolomic study of drug-induced liver injury noted, as background physiology, that lysine is a precursor of carnitine - the molecule essential for transporting fatty acids to the mitochondria - illustrating how routinely this lysine-to-carnitine pathway is referenced across unrelated fields of metabolic research.
Research noteLysine is a textbook example used to define how the body's essential amino acid needs are measured
A review of indispensable amino acid requirements in adults uses lysine as its primary working example, describing how minimum dietary requirements are established from balance and oxidation studies, and confirming lysine as one of the amino acids the human body cannot synthesize and must obtain from the diet.
ReviewEven lysine from whole foods is highly usable by the body when properly prepared
A controlled human study using the indicator amino acid oxidation technique found that L-lysine from cooked white rice was metabolically available at up to 97%, though this dropped to 70% when the rice was oven-browned (a Maillard-reaction effect) - illustrating how food preparation can affect how much dietary lysine the body can actually use.
Human studyVegan and vegetarian diets are more likely to run short on lysine specifically, among other essential amino acids
An analysis of low-protein diets for kidney disease patients found that, compared with an omnivorous low-protein diet, both vegan and lacto-ovo vegetarian low-protein diets were more likely to fall below recommended intakes of several essential amino acids - including lysine - unless carefully planned with adequate lysine-containing food sources.
Nutritional analysisA 13-week rat toxicity study found lysine well tolerated at doses far above typical human supplement use
A 13-week oral toxicity study of L-lysine hydrochloride in rats found no treatment-related adverse effects on body weight, organ weight, blood chemistry or tissue histology at any tested dose, establishing a no-observed-adverse-effect level (NOAEL) equivalent to roughly 3.4-4.0 g/kg/day - far above typical human supplemental intakes.
Toxicology studyA rare case report links high-dose lysine supplementation to kidney injury - an honest safety caution
A case report described a woman who developed Fanconi's syndrome and tubulointerstitial nephritis (a kidney condition) associated with oral L-lysine ingestion taken for herpes simplex, which progressed to chronic kidney impairment - a rare but real reported adverse effect worth being aware of, particularly at high or prolonged doses.
Case reportCombined lysine and arginine reduced anxiety and stress-hormone levels in a human trial - a different, related research area
In a double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 108 healthy adults, a week of oral L-lysine (2.64 g/day) plus L-arginine (2.64 g/day) significantly reduced both trait anxiety and stress-induced anxiety, and lowered basal salivary cortisol in men - a different endpoint from this product's own label claims, included here as broader amino-acid research context.
Human RCTFrequently asked questions
How do I take CanPrev Pure L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid Powder?
Adults (19 years and older): take 1-2 scoops per day, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Mix product well in 1-2 cups of liquid (water, juice, etc.) and consume immediately.
What's in each scoop?
Each scoop contains 1.5g of L-Lysine (L-Lysine monohydrochloride), vegan and fermentation-derived. No non-medicinal ingredients are listed on this product's label.
Is this L-Lysine vegan?
Yes - it's vegan and fermentation-derived (not animal-sourced), with no fillers, binders or animal products.
What does L-Lysine do?
This product's label authorizes it as an essential amino acid for the maintenance of good health, that helps to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores), and helps in collagen formation.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant, breastfeeding, or on a low protein diet?
This product's label advises consulting a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or following a low protein diet.
How long can I take it for?
This product's label advises asking a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 6 months.
Is it flavoured?
No - it's unflavoured and mixes easily into water, juice, smoothies or any beverage of choice, with no fillers or binders.
Is CanPrev Pure L-Lysine Vegan Amino Acid Powder made in Canada?
Yes. It is formulated and made in Canada by CanPrev Natural Health Products Ltd. (Toronto/Scarborough, ON) and licensed by Health Canada under NPN 80086827.
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Get it on Amazon.caNatural Health Product NPN 80086827. Essential amino acid for the maintenance of good health. Helps to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores). Helps in collagen formation. Research summaries concern L-Lysine and related amino acid supplementation generally and are educational, not product-specific claims beyond what is stated above. Ask a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or following a low protein diet. Ask a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 6 months. Do not use if safety seal is broken. Results may vary.
Important information
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings: Ask a healthcare practitioner prior to use of this product if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or following a low protein diet. Do not use if safety seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Indications
Recommended Use or Purpose: Essential amino acid for the maintenance of good health. Helps to reduce the recurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection (e.g. cold sores). Helps in collagen formation.
Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients (each scoop, 1.5 g, contains): L-Lysine (L-Lysine monohydrochloride) 1.5 g (1500 mg), vegan and fermentation-derived. Non-Medicinal Ingredients: None.
Directions
Recommended Dose (Adults, 19 years and older): Take 1-2 scoops per day. Mix product well in 1-2 cups of liquid (water, juice, etc.) immediately before consumption. Recommended Duration of Use: Ask a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 6 months.
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Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.