Guest guest Report post Posted May 17, 2003 In a message dated 5/17/2003 7:58:33 PM Pacific Standard Time, ilana writes: I have lavendar EO. Do I apply it neat or do I put it into a carrier oil? Also, I have lemon balm as a dried herb, in pretty large pieces. How do I get that to go in the gel? Do I just make a decoction of the tea and then when it's pretty concentrated add the aloe vera gel? For the lavendar eo I wouldnt use it neat, esp on the lip area. I would add a few drops to the aloe vera gel and blend. As for the tea question, water will blend into aloe vera gel. I have done this to make an aloe lotion before with waters and oils. If you have a hand mixer or regular blender put in some aloe gel, some of the tea, and blend. If the gel turns out too watery for you , add more gel. However, the gel really DOES absorb a lot. It's really neat Try keeping it blending for a minute or two to evenly distribute. After that add which essential oils you would like and bottle up or put in a covered container. As a tea though remember it can go bad and wont last indefinitely. So blend up small batches at a time. For aloe liquid, thats a different story. Just combine the 2 and apply as a liquid with a q tip but I like the gel idea better. Would stay on longer and soothing. Erin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 17, 2003 Stress, eating something i.e. salt, pickle juice, coke, anything that you don't normally eat, usually a salty thing... or in my case... I had surgery on my knee... and all the drugs and the fact that when I awoke - for some strange reason I wanted a coke...of all the strange things.. I haven't drank coke in years... well, the combo of the surgery, drugs, and coke gave me a hell of a sore on my lip... took me a week to get rid of it... SuziIlana Grostern <ilana wrote: , but anyone know why I'm getting them all of a sudden and what can be done about it? The New Search - Faster. Easier. Bingo. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 17, 2003 Hi Ilana, I check in every now and again to read what's going on with the list-and as a fellow cold sore sufferer- I can tell you that nothing beats lemon balm (melissa officinalis)! I make an lemon balm infused olive oil, and then add a couple of drops of lemon balm essential oil, thicken with beeswax and it is the BEST! I put it on as soon as I feel that " tingle " that signals a breakout approaching, and re- apply whenever I think of it. My customers love it also, and I work with one woman who has herpes simplex II (genital herpes), and SHE says it has worked on the sores she gets on her backside.... I tend to get cold sores when my system is stressed, or if I am run down. I had some surgery in 1999, and my system reacted with not one, but three all at once! I was still in the hospital when this happened, and didn't have my salve with me- but started immediately when I got home. Cleared them up in nearly no time- but dang, I was ugly! Good luck, Julie Woodsong Herbals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 17, 2003 I have lavendar EO. Do I apply it neat or do I put it into a carrier oil? Also, I have lemon balm as a dried herb, in pretty large pieces. How do I get that to go in the gel? Do I just make a decoction of the tea and then when it's pretty concentrated add the aloe vera gel? ILANA xoxo ErinJC23 wrote: Ilana for the lemon balm, if you have any, try mixing some lemon balm tea with some Aloe Vera Gel for soothing and healing, and pain relief. It may help better than just alone, to make it as a sort of gel to carry aroudn the house or where ever. You could add the tea tree oil to that as well. Or just add lemon balm eo if you have it in place of the tea to the gel. Lavendar oil may be another option. Erin Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 18, 2003 I know the sun can make them surface. Olive leaf extract is supposed to be good in regards to eliminating the herpes virus, amoung other things. I don't know anyone who's been cured by it though. Colloidal Silver stops them too. bt tea tree oil and it goes away > quick, but anyone know why I'm getting them all of a sudden and what can > be done about it? > > THanks, > ILANA xoxo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 18, 2003 I have a friend that has herpes and swears by taking baths with epsom salts and tea tree oil. That makes the sores go away and stay away. You have to use alot...like about 2 pound epsom and 10 + drops oil per bath. I was thinking maybe the epsom would do the trick for cold sores then? Karly --- biblethumper38 <holyrolr wrote: > I know the sun can make them surface. > Olive leaf extract is supposed to be good in regards > to eliminating > the herpes virus, amoung other things. I don't know > anyone who's > been cured by it though. > Colloidal Silver stops them too. > bt > > > > tea tree oil and it goes away > > quick, but anyone know why I'm getting them all of > a sudden and > what can > > be done about it? > > > > THanks, > > ILANA xoxo > > The New Search - Faster. Easier. Bingo. http://search. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 18, 2003 In a message dated 5/18/2003 7:00:16 AM Pacific Standard Time, karly11us writes: I have a friend that has herpes and swears by taking baths with epsom salts and tea tree oil. That makes the sores go away and stay away. You have to use alot...like about 2 pound epsom and 10 + drops oil per bath. Kathy My ex had bad acid warts on his hands that the overcounter drug the dr recommended took FOREVER to get rid of - and VERY painful for him. ALso expensive. One week soaking in a bath of epsom salts took away warts with no pain. They were on his fingers. He was taking the salts to relax too lol - didnt know they would do that with warts at the time Erin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 2, 2004 tessa, all i use the few times i get one is the fresh jel from inside an aloe vera leaf. i just take a steralized needle and break the blister and rub the jell into it and leave the jell on as long as it will stay then put some more on. i can tell when one is fixing to erupt so i catch it just as it starts the blister and the aloe stops it in its tracks! i only get one if my system is run down for some reason which in my case is if my feet get really cold for an extended period of time. be sure your feet are kept warm. as you know, the herpes is a virus and when the system is in good condition, it remains dormant. but if your system is a bit below par, it will wake up and attack. sounds wierd, but true. i seldom get one like i say unless i get a reall bad chill like hypothermia. love.. grany lee. herbal remedies , " Tessa " <puppycat@t...> wrote: > Ok, anyone with thoughts feel free. This is the second cold sore of the new year > and I hate it. To me they seem to be a delayed reaction to stress, but since > stress is one of those things I just can't illiminate, legally that is, I'll > have to deal with it. I've been putting tea tree oil on it at night which seems > to make a sig difference from the last one, but are there any other thoughts or > ideas on the subject. I get one or two a year and of course it usually happens > at most inconvenient times, such as the day before making a television > appearance, just local cable grin. Thoughts appreciated thanks. > Tessa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 20, 2005 Yogurt with active cultures spread on the cold sore helps shorten the time they are present. Apply as often as possible.hknowsbest <hsl525 wrote: Hello: i am new to your group. And am a novice at natural products, but am loving the things i've tried. If someone knows of a natural treatment for cold sores, i appreciate the info. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 22, 2005 Taking a lysine supplement will help prevent them and shorten healing time. You can also do this by eating a diet high in lysine containing foods and low in arginine containing foods. Chart link: http://www.herpes.com/Nutrition.shtml HTH, Marvel On 4/20/05, Ursa <materursa wrote: > > Yogurt with active cultures spread on the cold sore helps shorten the time > they are present. Apply as often as possible. > > > hknowsbest <hsl525 wrote: > > > Hello: i am new to your group. And am a novice at natural products, > but am loving the things i've tried. > If someone knows of a natural treatment for cold sores, i appreciate > the info. -- TreeHuggerz.com Get tips and hints for green living on a budget. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 1, 2005 My first claim to fame with this natural healing was Cayenne Tincture made with Habenaro that my father made. I put it on a cold sore at the very start of it when you can just feel the bump and the very next day it was scabbed over, it has worked that way for everyone that has tried just for that reason. I dont know is the tinctures in the store are as strong if your not going to make it and are interested go to Dr Schulze's site www.herbdoc.com . If you have any question please feel free to email me. Gina"de \"young\" family" <belmek wrote: My dd gets really really bad cold sores, they puff up her lip so huge,last really long sometimes (up to 2 weeks) and they are just so painfulfor her. They also tend to look like impetigo with gold colored crustyscabby things, that finally fall off and then it gets better. We've tried many things, but none seem to work really well. This talkabout kidney problems causing toxins to come out through the skin makesme wonder if cold sores also indicate low functioning kidneys. Orperhaps some other root problem.Any input would be appreciated, to help her not only with relief from thesymptoms, but also to address the root problem.Thanks so much,Erica Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 1, 2005 The cold sore is a member of the herpys family like chicken pox> I also get bad ones but have not since I started taking Wild oragano oil and at the first sign of one coming I start to apply it to my lip kills it dead. Apply it as often as you can be careful not to touch the dropper to your lip it could contaminate the whole bottle. Put a drop on your finger and rub it on being sure to wash hands and perticularly that finger with soap if you don't and happen to rub your eye it will sting like crazy. I will feel hot on your lip and hot under the toung. Pat M --- " de \ " young\ " family " <belmek wrote: > > My dd gets really really bad cold sores, they puff > up her lip so huge, > last really long sometimes (up to 2 weeks) and they > are just so painful > for her. They also tend to look like impetigo with > gold colored crusty > scabby things, that finally fall off and then it > gets better. > > We've tried many things, but none seem to work > really well. This talk > about kidney problems causing toxins to come out > through the skin makes > me wonder if cold sores also indicate low > functioning kidneys. Or > perhaps some other root problem. > > Any input would be appreciated, to help her not only > with relief from the > symptoms, but also to address the root problem. > > Thanks so much, > Erica > > > > " Do not be afraid of enemies; the worst they can do is to kill you. Do not be afraid of friends; the worst they can do is betray you. Be afraid of the indifferent; they do not kill or betray. But only because of their silent agreement, betrayal and murder exist on earth. " - - -- Bruno Yasienski - " The Plot of the Indifferent " (1937) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 1, 2005 The best thing I have ever used for cold sores is..... VANILLA extract. Just make sure it's the pure kind, and not imitation. I don't know how or why it works...maybe the vanilla, maybe the grain alcohol, but either way, it works. As soon as you feel the cold sore coming on, dab a bit of the vanilla onto the sore with a Q-tip, and do this two or three times a day. I have never had a cold sore to break all the way out when using this. It's usually gone within two to three days. Hope this helps a bit. I know it doesn't 'cure' the cause of the sore, but at least it will help keep them from getting so bad. Candy -- Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.16/83 - Release 8/26/2005 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 2, 2005 That is alot more orthodox than what I do. I use earwax. As soon as you feel it coming on, you begin to place earwax on it as often as it comes to your mind. I would think the alcohol in the vanilla extract would cause it to heal. --- " C. Lucas " <clucas wrote: > The best thing I have ever used for cold sores > is..... VANILLA extract. > Just make sure it's the pure kind, and not > imitation. > > I don't know how or why it works...maybe the > vanilla, maybe the grain > alcohol, but either way, it works. > > As soon as you feel the cold sore coming on, dab a > bit of the vanilla onto > the sore with a Q-tip, and do this two or three > times a day. I have never > had a cold sore to break all the way out when using > this. It's usually gone > within two to three days. > > Hope this helps a bit. I know it doesn't 'cure' the > cause of the sore, but > at least it will help keep them from getting so bad. > > Candy > > > > -- > > > Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.16/83 - > Release 8/26/2005 > > > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 2, 2005 for cold sores, try to dab some Melissa essential oil on the sore every couple of hours. This has worked for many people. peace,thyme Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 3, 2005 I have never heard of this, but it sounds like it would work.Lorena Bliss <herbmom42 wrote: That is alot more orthodox than what I do. I useearwax. As soon as you feel it coming on, you beginto place earwax on it as often as it comes to yourmind. I would think the alcohol in the vanillaextract would cause it to heal.--- "C. Lucas" <clucas wrote:> The best thing I have ever used for cold sores> is..... VANILLA extract. > Just make sure it's the pure kind, and not> imitation.> > I don't know how or why it works...maybe the> vanilla, maybe the grain > alcohol, but either way, it works.> > As soon as you feel the cold sore coming on, dab a> bit of the vanilla onto > the sore with a Q-tip, and do this two or three> times a day. I have never > had a cold sore to break all the way out when using> this. It's usually gone > within two to three days.> > Hope this helps a bit. I know it doesn't 'cure' the> cause of the sore, but > at least it will help keep them from getting so bad.> > Candy > > > > -- > > > Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.16/83 -> Release 8/26/2005> > > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 3, 2005 Earwax on a cold sore will stop it dead in it’s tracks, but you have to be quick! Wendy L. herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of trisha joradarn Friday, September 02, 2005 8:09 PM To: herbal remedies Re: Herbal Remedies - Cold Sores I have never heard of this, but it sounds like it would work. Lorena Bliss <herbmom42 wrote: That is alot more orthodox than what I do. I use earwax. As soon as you feel it coming on, you begin to place earwax on it as often as it comes to your mind. I would think the alcohol in the vanilla extract would cause it to heal. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 3, 2005 Yes you do. I am recovering from ne right now. --- Wendy Landes <WendyL wrote: > Earwax on a cold sore will stop it dead in it's > tracks, but you have to > be quick! > > Wendy L. > > > herbal remedies > [herbal remedies ] On Behalf > Of trisha joradarn > Friday, September 02, 2005 8:09 PM > herbal remedies > Re: Herbal Remedies - Cold Sores > > I have never heard of this, but it sounds like it > would work. > > Lorena Bliss <herbmom42 wrote: > That is alot more orthodox than what I do. I use > earwax. As soon as you feel it coming on, you begin > to place earwax on it as often as it comes to your > mind. I would think the alcohol in the vanilla > extract would cause it to heal. > > > _____ > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 3, 2005 A drop of cayenne tincture on the cold sore has always work well for me.Lorena Bliss <herbmom42 wrote: Yes you do. I am recovering from ne right now.--- Wendy Landes <WendyL wrote:> Earwax on a cold sore will stop it dead in it's> tracks, but you have to> be quick!> > Wendy L.> > > herbal remedies > [herbal remedies ] On Behalf> Of trisha joradarn> Friday, September 02, 2005 8:09 PM> herbal remedies > Re: Herbal Remedies - Cold Sores> > I have never heard of this, but it sounds like it> would work.> > Lorena Bliss <herbmom42 wrote: > That is alot more orthodox than what I do. I use> earwax. As soon as you feel it coming on, you begin> to place earwax on it as often as it comes to your> mind. I would think the alcohol in the vanilla> extract would cause it to heal.> > > _____ > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 4, 2005 i keep my ears clean where am i to get earwax charleneWendy wrote: Earwax on a cold sore will stop it dead in it’s tracks, but you have to be quick! Wendy L. <SNIP> I will be exhausted and well use when I arrive at the grave... Screaming...DAMN what a RIDE... Charlene Start your day with - make it your home page Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 9, 2006 Hi Anne, My daughter used to get these frequently, and this last time I had her spray the sore with Colloidal Silver constantly. Since then they haven't returned (about 5-6 months now). I'm hoping this means the virus has been dealt with. -Raine odisillusioned wrote: any natural remedies to help remove a cold sore quickly? and perhaps keep them from coming back? my 5 year old seems to get them ALOT. at least once every other month, sometimes more often. whereas i really only get them 1-2 times a year. natural and safe for a child remedies greatly appreciated. thanks -- Swap Your Paperback Books - PaperBackSwap.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 9, 2006 Cayenne was my claim to fame in healing the cold sore but this may not be a great idea for your five year old to put it on straight but maybe you can take some cayenne tincture and mix it in olive oil and put it on her test it out on yourself for heat. You can put full strength on yours and get relief from the cold sore in less then 24 hours. Ginaodisillusioned wrote: any natural remedies to help remove a cold sore quickly? and perhaps keep them from coming back? my 5 year old seems to get them ALOT. at least once every other month, sometimes more often. whereas i really only get them 1-2 times a year. natural and safe for a child remedies greatly appreciated. thanks AnneHave a Happy and Healthy Day, Gina Kopera New Messenger with Voice. Call regular phones from your PC and save big. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 9, 2006 Coconut oil kills the herpes virus. A friend of mine used to have one every 6-8 weeks. I got her on coconut oil and she takes about 1 Tablespoon a day. She hasn't had one in over a year. If you want to know more about coconut oil there is a research center website www.coconutresearchcenter.org Jeanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 10, 2006 Thats good to know, Thanks Ginajeanne_simons wrote: Coconut oil kills the herpes virus. A friend of mine used to have one every 6-8 weeks. I got her on coconut oil and she takes about 1 Tablespoon a day. She hasn't had one in over a year. If you want to know more about coconut oil there is a research center website www.coconutresearchcenter.org JeanneHave a Happy and Healthy Day, Gina Kopera Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 10, 2006 My tried and true standby is Hepar Sulph. (Homeopathic drops). Barb - odisillusioned herbal remedies Saturday, April 08, 2006 11:46 PM Herbal Remedies - cold sores any natural remedies to help remove a cold sore quickly? and perhaps keep them from coming back? my 5 year old seems to get them ALOT. at least once every other month, sometimes more often. whereas i really only get them 1-2 times a year. natural and safe for a child remedies greatly appreciated. thanks Anne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
