Is Lysine a Natural Supplement? Unpacking the Truth Behind the Essential Amino Acid
                                
                                
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                                Lysine is one of nine essential amino acids that the human body cannot produce on its own. While it is found naturally in many foods, the question of whether a lysine supplement is truly "natural" is more complex and depends on its manufacturing process.