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L-Lysine 1000 mg

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Vitamin B6 21.25 mg
Lysine 1000 mg
Chloride 237 mg
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Score82
A strong, focused lysine dose with good value, but the unusually high B6 amount is an unnecessary long-term drawback.
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Quantity:250 Tablet(s) • (250 servings)
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Hair Health

Score 82

A strong, focused lysine dose with good value, but the unusually high B6 amount is an unnecessary long-term drawback.
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100 servings B6 21.25 mg, Chloride 241 mg +1 more • 100 Tablet(s) • 100 servings $16.49 ($0.16 per serving)
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Analysis

A full gram of L-lysine provides a meaningful, focused amino-acid serving. The simple formula is easy to understand and avoids a long list of unrelated extras.

The added vitamin B6 is much higher than needed as a basic cofactor, while chloride adds little to the product’s main purpose. Large tablets may be difficult for some people to swallow.

It best fits users specifically seeking lysine rather than a broad hair or wellness blend. The large bottle offers practical value for consistent use, provided the B6 amount fits the rest of the supplement routine.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a stand-alone lysine supplement
  • Value-focused users comfortable with tablets
Best for
  • Focused lysine supplementation
  • Long-term bottle convenience

Pros

  • Provides one gram of L-lysine
  • Simple and focused formula
  • Large number of servings

Cons

  • Vitamin B6 amount is unnecessarily high
  • Tablet may be large
  • Offers little beyond lysine

Warnings

  • Long-term supplemental vitamin B6 can contribute to tingling or nerve symptoms, especially when stacked with other products.
  • Lysine may cause stomach discomfort or diarrhea in sensitive users.
  • People with significant kidney impairment should discuss high-dose amino-acid supplementation with their clinician.

Nutrient quality

83 Highest impact

Lysine is supplied in a meaningful amount in a simple formula. The high pyridoxine amount is unnecessary for delivering lysine and weakens dose balance.

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Ingredient transparency

82 Highest impact

Every active has a clear amount and specific name, but tablet excipients are not provided. Complete non-active ingredient details are not included in the supplied label data.

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Customer satisfaction

69 High impact

The supplied average rating is favorable. Detailed firsthand feedback is unavailable, so recurring complaints and purpose fit cannot be assessed.

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Value for money

91 Highest impact

The straightforward formula provides a substantial lysine serving at a favorable cost. Minimal padding keeps spending focused on the main amino acid.

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Goals

Hair Health
Hair Health
Impact
High effect
D+ Goal FitA Strength of SupportC- CoverageB- Formula Quality
Lysine · 1000 mg

L-lysine at 1000 mg provides an essential amino acid used in protein structure and may support iron utilization. Human evidence for direct hair growth is limited and benefits are most plausible when diet or iron status is inadequate.

The amount reaches a strong supplemental range for lysine. The 21.25 mg pyridoxine amount adds no clear hair advantage and prolonged use may raise peripheral-neuropathy risk.

Study evidence
Lysine Supportive 1 study

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 21.25 mg
Chloride
237 mg
L-Lysine
1000 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Kosher Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) · 21.25 mg OverallScore80
D+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Synthetic pyridoxine is less direct than active P-5-P. The B6 dose is well aligned with targeted metabolic and neurological support. No listed additives create a clear purity concern.

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Lysine · 1000 mg OverallScore75
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The lysine amount sits squarely in the collection's effective range and arrives in one tablet. The label does not name the chemical form or provide grade and sourcing claims, which limits confidence in ingredient quality. Strong dose efficiency makes it a practical option despite those disclosure gaps.

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Chloride · 237 mg OverallScore63
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The chloride amount offers meaningful electrolyte support, but its salt source is not identified. The hard-pressed tablet must break down before the mineral can dissolve, which limits its fit for rapid replenishment. A large serving count and low cost per use make it a practical value choice.

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69 Performance

L-Lysine Advanced 1500 mg

Country Life
<p>A larger lysine amount is paired with vitamin D in a focused tablet. Compared with L-Lysine 1000 mg, its higher lysine amount may address the original’s unusually high vitamin B6 amount more directly, although the immune blend is undisclosed and hair relevance remains indirect.</p>
72 Performance

Super Amino Night

Source Naturals
<p>Substantial lysine and arginine amounts give the amino-acid blend practical depth. Compared with L-Lysine 1000 mg, its clearly disclosed lysine, arginine, and ornithine may address the original’s unusually high vitamin B6 amount more directly, although vitamin B6 is elevated and carnitine is only a token addition.</p>
62 Performance

UltraClear Renew Vanilla Flavor

Metagenics
<p>A meal-style powder supplies protein, amino acids, active folate, methylcobalamin, and magnesium. Compared with L-Lysine 1000 mg, its broad protein and micronutrient coverage may address the original’s unusually high vitamin B6 amount more directly, although lysine is modest, many specialty additions are small, and the serving cost is high.</p>
80 Budget

L-Lysine 1000 mg

Country Life
<p>A full lysine serving gives the focused formula a clear purpose. The supplied data does not show it costing less than L-Lysine 1000 mg; it is included because fewer than three eligible lower-cost candidates are available, and the added pyridoxine amount is unusually high and the smaller supply weakens value.</p>
69 Budget

Super Amino Night

Source Naturals
<p>Clearly disclosed lysine, arginine, and ornithine provide broad amino-acid coverage. The supplied data does not show it costing less than L-Lysine 1000 mg; it is included because fewer than three eligible lower-cost candidates are available, and the hair-health fit is indirect and vitamin B6 is elevated.</p>
60 Budget

Water Away with Dandelion & Potassium

ZHOU
<p>Vitamin B6 and chloride are paired with dandelion and green tea in a water-balance formula. The supplied data does not show it costing less than L-Lysine 1000 mg; it is included because fewer than three eligible lower-cost candidates are available, and it contains no lysine and the diuretic herbs may promote dehydration or electrolyte imbalance.</p>
63 Value

Chewable L-Lysine 600 mg Tangy Twist Chew

Country Life
<p>A chewable format supplies a useful lysine amount with vitamin D. Compared with L-Lysine 1000 mg, its easier-to-take lysine format may justify some of the higher recurring cost, although the immune blend is hidden and the lysine amount is lower.</p>
69 Value

Super Amino Night

Source Naturals
<p>Clearly disclosed lysine, arginine, and ornithine provide broad amino-acid coverage. Compared with L-Lysine 1000 mg, its multi-amino-acid design may justify some of the higher recurring cost, although the hair-health fit is indirect and vitamin B6 is elevated.</p>
60 Value

Water Away with Dandelion & Potassium

ZHOU
<p>Vitamin B6 and chloride are paired with dandelion and green tea in a water-balance formula. Compared with L-Lysine 1000 mg, its clearly listed chloride source may justify some of the higher recurring cost, although it contains no lysine and the diuretic herbs may promote dehydration or electrolyte imbalance.</p>
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Causes of hair loss and the developments in hair rejuvenation.
    Rushton DH; Norris MJ; Dover R; Busuttil N · International journal of cosmetic science · 2010
    Narrative reviewHair Health forLysine