There are millions of people around the world suffering from herpes simplex viruses HS1 and HS2, who would love to know about an effective treatment, or better yet, a cure for these distressing conditions.

The most common strain of the herpes virus, HS1, is the cold sore, which gives rise to what is better known as cold sores. This is very easily spread by kissing or by direct oral contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person.

This is the variant of the virus that I will be dealing with here, giving the best advice I have gotten from my research on various websites and forums, dealing with this nasty complaint.

I will try to inform readers of the most effective treatments known to prevent, delay, or even cure canker sores. They are usually readily available to everyone.

Unfortunately, no real cure for herpes has yet been found, and once infected, the virus stays in the body for life. Recurrences may occur from time to time, although as we age, they may become less frequent.

However, there are certain safeguards and treatments that we can all use, although each treatment will have different effects on different people.

After all, we are all unique beings, and what works for one person may not work for another.

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There is a lot of speculation about why cold sores appear, but several studies have highlighted the most common scenarios:

1. For example, when our immune system is deficient due to infection, this condition can act as a trigger for the virus to become active. Upper respiratory tract infections can cause flare-ups and especially the more serious illness, pneumonia.

To prevent this situation from occurring, we all need to make sure we eat a nutritious diet, and to ensure that we do, a daily multivitamin supplement would be recommended.

Vitamins A, B, C and E are all necessary to keep our body in the best state of health, to avoid deficiencies of the immune system. Therefore, we should all try to ensure that these vitamins are included in our diet, in supplement ingredients, or on their own.

two. Too much sun It can cause the appearance of cold sores, so, although we like to go out in the sun a lot, we must make sure we are well protected and do not abuse the sessions.

3. stress and anxiety is known to cause the rash of cold sores, so we must

try to relax as much as possible.

I know that this is difficult to achieve, but it will be of benefit, if we try to be calmer.

Four. Lack of sleep

We should all try to get a good night’s rest, as this will help us to have more control, with less stress in difficult situations.

Of course, all of our bodily functions will improve with optimal levels of sleep.

5. Using the utensils of other patients

We should never use other people’s eating and drinking utensils unless we wash them first. These include cups, glasses, crockery, cutlery, etc. This is one of the most common ways of acquiring the virus.

Other identified triggers may include surgery, injuries to the face, radiation therapy, and excessive exposure to wind, sunlight, and ultraviolet light.

So how can we help?

As for simple remedies that may work when a sore has broken out, the following are commonly available in most homes:

A moist tea bag can be applied to the sore for 5 minutes. hourly.

An ice pack can also be applied to the sore for 5 minutes. hourly.

Cold milk can be applied on the sore at regular intervals.

Baking soda toothpaste can also be applied regularly.

Common table salt can be applied to the sore.

Apple cider vinegar can be applied.

Vick’s Vapor Rub works for some people, when applied to the sore spot.

Witch Hazel can also be applied.

Many of these items will be readily available in most kitchens, but if you go to most health food stores, you will find a plethora of recommended remedies for this ailment.

These include:

Echinacea, mint, hawthorn, orange peel, rosehip and chamomile teas.

Herbal sage, violet, uvaursi, astragalus, honey, oregano oil, olive oil, garlic, licorice, tea tree oil, lemon balm extract, and coconut oil.

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The essential amino acid lysine, missing in patients who have many outbreaks. Therefore, if we are prone to cold sores, it is recommended that lysine is an important part of our daily diet.

In this way, we can even prevent breakouts from occurring.

Foods that are high in Lysine are:

Chicken

Fish

Beef

Milk

apples

apricots

vegetables

wheat germ

In contrast, the amino acid arginine it is believed to be responsible for the activation of the herpes virus. Therefore, it will be prudent for patients to try to limit their intake of this substance.

Some of the foods that contain Arginine they are as follows:

almonds

berries

Broccoli

carrots

chocolate (sorry!)

Corn

Misery

Green peas

pecan nuts

seafood

Seeds

so to closeI will suggest that the easiest remedy you can use at home to stop the progression of cold sores is the good old ordinary tea bag.

The tea has an antiviral tannic acid that helps suppress the virus.

Tea tree oil has also been used very successfully in this way.

And remember that at no cost (if you have a freezer), an ordinary ice cube will slow the development of the sore and prevent it from spreading.

Finally, I would like to say that I sincerely hope that some or all of these simple solutions work for you but, if not, you can get several antiviral products at the pharmacy, without a prescription. I’ll talk about this in later articles…