Guest guest Posted March 5, 2004 Report Share Posted March 5, 2004 Good Morning! Complete Herpes Help Last year, the New England Journal of Medicine reported that 1 in 5 Americans over the age of 2 (approximately 45 million) have genital herpes. Millions more have facial herpes or cold sores. Once contracted, the virus, which has no known cure, never leaves the body. Instead, it lives silently in nerve endings deep within the base of the brain or spinal cord. Current medical therapy consists of a few prescription drugs namely Zovirax (generically known as acyclovir), Valtrex and Famivr. These prescription-only medications suppress replication of the virus to reduce outbreaks. Unfortunately, the drugs aren't always effective against HSV-1 (cold sores) and about 5 to 10 percent of people with HSV-2 (genital herpes) don't respond to them. What causes herpes to recur is unsure. However, there are several internal and external events that can trigger or wake-up the dormant herpes virus. The triggers most commonly associated with recurrent herpes infections involve foods high in arginine such as peanuts, chocolate, soy, sunflower seeds, exposure to strong sunlight, alcohol, menstruation, and physical and psychological stress. When herpes virus becomes active, the body sends internal signals to the soon-to-be affected sight. The most common warning signals or prodromes preceding a herpes outbreak are tingling, itching, stinging, pins-and-needles sensations. Fatigue or swelling of the lymph glands also are known to occur. With hours or days after a prodrome, the renewed virus moves to the lesion stage. These blisters appear most often on the face, genitals, or buttocks and last from 10 to 14 days. Once contracted, herpes never leaves the body. Its reoccurrence depends largely on the strength of the immune system. Emotional stress has been cited at the number one cause of frequent or repeated herpes outbreaks. Stress prompts the body to create more stomach acid. This is important because herpes virus thrives in an acidic environment. Stress also diminishes the power of the human glandular system, which exerts a tremendous influence on the workings of the immune system. While stress is a fact of life, with practice we can control our response to it. It might help to remember that what drives the stress response is fear of loss. If stress is having a negative effective on your well-being,try this: *When you're tired or feeling overwhelmed. STOP! Learn to say " no " and mean it. *Set aside time to eat regular meals that emphasize cooked whole foods and protein over carbohydrates. *Reduce sugar consumption as it impairs immune function by interfering with white blood cell production and depletes the body of important B vitamins. Instead, snack on whole foods such as hard- boiled eggs, rice crackers, soft cheeses, fruits, and vegetables. *Get adequate rest; 8 hours minimum or more if you need. *Exercise regularly. Keep it mild and simple with a brisk walk, bike ride or do a few yoga postures. *Meditate. Substantial evidence exists that regular mediation supports the immune system by lowering stress. It also creates a sense of well-being and tranquility and helps with negative states of mind as it affects the autonomic nervous system. *Diet is important. Many health practitioners, including traditional and alternative, consider the amino acid, Lysine, to be a first line of defense in controlling herpes. *Vitamins A, E, C, B-6, B-12, and the minerals selenium and zinc are also important in controlling herpes as they support immune function. *Licorice acts as an overall tonic, and has anti-inflammatory as well as antiviral properties. *Burdock and dandelion cleanse the liver and enhance immune system function. *Siberian ginseng helps the body deal with stress and improves energy. *Keeping the body pH level in balance is crucial since herpes virus grows three time faster in an acidic environment. *Foods that should be avoided because of their acidity include most highly processed foods, coffee (including decaf), soft drinks, sugar, alcohol, white vinegar, tomatoes, red meat, fried foods, and white bread. *If you have a tendency toward frequent outbreaks, you may want to eliminate these foods from your diet. *Fresh, whole foods particularly green and yellow vegetables, fruits (except citrus), legumes and whole grains, especially millet, yams, green salads and high quality protein such as chicken and fish promote an alkaline state that discourages growth of herpes virus. *To relieve the pain of herpes lesions and speed healing try aloe vera, tea tree oil, melissa (lemon balm), comfrey, myrrh (in tincture form), and eucalyptus. *For convenience and portability, there are a handful of topical creams made that contain herbs and amino acids in a soothing base of allantoin, sweet almond oil, or aloe vera. *Homeopathic remedies can help the body overcome a herpes outbreak. There are several, when matched against specific symptoms, that are known to work rapidly and deeply to relieve symptoms. They include: natrum muriaticum, rhus toxicodendron, sepia, dulcamara, and hepar sulphuris. *Besides taking care of yourself with a healthful diet, plenty of rest, dealing positively with stress, remember that herpes can be contagious even in its earliest stages. If you feel a recurrence coming on, avoid sexual contact, sharing towels, toothbrushes, clothing, lip balm, and eating utensils. Wash your hands often with soap and hot water. Taking precautions can significantly reduce the spread of the virus to others. HSV1 causes cold sores. It spreads by direct contact with fluids of a cold sore or skin eruption from someone who carries the virus. HSV2 genital herpes, is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a strain of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). This virus enters the body through small cuts in the skin or mucous membranes. Pregnant women can also pass HSV to their babies during vaginal delivery. Both men and women can become infected. The condition requires careful management. Once an individual is infected by the virus it remains in the body, usually dormant, until some other factor such as stress, sun, infection, or weak immunity, triggers an outbreak. Aromatherapy can help in easing the pain, improving immunity, and relieving stress by reducing the severity and the length of an outbreak. Essential oils of bergamot, tea tree, geranium, lemon, myyrh, and rose absolut will help in reducing the length and severity of an outbreak. The herpes simplex virus is the infectious cause of cold sores, sometimes called fever blisters, so do not touch the eyes or genitals after touching a cold sore. Symptoms may last from three to seven days. To help quickly destroy the virus, use Homeopathic Rhus Tox 12c four times a day for five days. Also helpful is a cream made from the amino acid L-lysine. You can reduce the frequency and severity of oral herpes attacks by taking L-lysine as a daily supplement. Take 500-1000 mgs daily on an empty stomach. Another simple treatment for oral herpes is to put a drop of ether (diethyl ether) on the lesion. This promotes crusting and speeds healing. Apply castor oil packs to your abdomen. A strong immune system can keep the herpes virus from acting up, and castor oil packs can fortify your immune system. For assisting your immune system, start with 1 cup of castor oil, with which you thoroughly soak a flannel cloth. Place the saturated cloth on top of your abdomen, and cover with plastic. Over the plastic, apply a heating pad, set as high as is comfortable, and leave it on for 1 hour. Initially, do this once a day, every day for a month. Continue the treatments three times a week, increasing use of the packs during a herpes attack. Avoidance of caffeine, peanuts and chocolate have helped in many cases. 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Guest guest Posted March 5, 2004 Report Share Posted March 5, 2004 I have found that Olive Leave Extract (6% Oleuropein) is very effective if taken 3-4 times 3 capsules a day in the beginning of an outbreak... Rev. Gabriele Reiki Master , " yogiguruji " <yogiguruji@a...> wrote: > Good Morning! > > Complete Herpes Help > > Last year, the New England Journal of Medicine reported that 1 in 5 > Americans over the age of 2 (approximately 45 million) have genital > herpes. Millions more have facial herpes or cold sores. > > Once contracted, the virus, which has no known cure, never leaves the > body. Instead, it lives silently in nerve endings deep within the > base of the brain or spinal cord. Current medical therapy consists of > a few prescription drugs namely Zovirax (generically known as > acyclovir), Valtrex and Famivr. > These prescription-only medications suppress replication of the virus > to reduce outbreaks. Unfortunately, the drugs aren't always effective > against HSV-1 (cold sores) and about 5 to 10 percent of people with > HSV-2 (genital herpes) don't respond to them. > > What causes herpes to recur is unsure. However, there are several > internal and external events that can trigger or wake-up the dormant > herpes virus. The triggers most commonly associated with recurrent > herpes infections involve foods high in arginine such as peanuts, > chocolate, soy, sunflower seeds, exposure to strong sunlight, > alcohol, menstruation, and physical and psychological stress. > > When herpes virus becomes active, the body sends internal signals > to the soon-to-be affected sight. The most common warning signals or > prodromes preceding a herpes outbreak are tingling, itching, > stinging, pins-and-needles sensations. Fatigue or swelling of the > lymph glands also are known to occur. > With hours or days after a prodrome, the renewed virus moves to the > lesion stage. These blisters appear most often on the face, genitals, > or buttocks and last from 10 to 14 days. > > Once contracted, herpes never leaves the body. Its reoccurrence > depends largely on the strength of the immune system. Emotional > stress has been cited at the number one cause of frequent or repeated > herpes outbreaks. Stress prompts the body to create more stomach > acid. This is important because herpes virus thrives in an acidic > environment. > > Stress also diminishes the power of the human glandular system, which > exerts a tremendous influence on the workings of the immune system. > > While stress is a fact of life, with practice we can control our > response to it. It might help to remember that what drives the stress > response is fear of loss. If stress is having a negative effective on > your well-being,try this: > > *When you're tired or feeling overwhelmed. STOP! Learn to say " no " > and mean it. > > *Set aside time to eat regular meals that emphasize cooked whole > foods and protein over carbohydrates. > > *Reduce sugar consumption as it impairs immune function by > interfering with white blood cell production and depletes the body of > important B vitamins. Instead, snack on whole foods such as hard- > boiled eggs, rice crackers, soft cheeses, fruits, and vegetables. > > *Get adequate rest; 8 hours minimum or more if you need. > > *Exercise regularly. Keep it mild and simple with a brisk walk, bike > ride or do a few yoga postures. > > *Meditate. Substantial evidence exists that regular mediation > supports the immune system by lowering stress. It also creates a > sense of well-being and tranquility and helps with negative states of > mind as it affects the autonomic nervous system. > > *Diet is important. Many health practitioners, including traditional > and alternative, consider the amino acid, Lysine, to be a first line > of defense in controlling herpes. > > *Vitamins A, E, C, B-6, B-12, and the minerals selenium and zinc are > also important in controlling herpes as they support immune function. > > *Licorice acts as an overall tonic, and has anti-inflammatory as well > as antiviral properties. > > *Burdock and dandelion cleanse the liver and enhance immune > system function. > > *Siberian ginseng helps the body deal with stress and improves energy. > > *Keeping the body pH level in balance is crucial since herpes virus > grows three time faster in an acidic environment. > > *Foods that should be avoided because of their acidity include most > highly processed foods, coffee (including decaf), soft drinks, sugar, > alcohol, white vinegar, tomatoes, red meat, fried foods, and white > bread. > > *If you have a tendency toward frequent outbreaks, you may want to > eliminate these foods from your diet. > > *Fresh, whole foods particularly green and yellow vegetables, fruits > (except citrus), legumes and whole grains, especially millet, yams, > green salads and high quality protein such as chicken and fish > promote an alkaline state that discourages growth of herpes virus. > > *To relieve the pain of herpes lesions and speed healing try aloe > vera, tea tree oil, melissa (lemon balm), comfrey, myrrh (in tincture > form), and eucalyptus. > > *For convenience and portability, there are a handful of topical > creams made that contain herbs and amino acids in a soothing base of > allantoin, sweet almond oil, or aloe vera. > > *Homeopathic remedies can help the body overcome a herpes outbreak. > There are several, when matched against specific symptoms, that are > known to work rapidly and deeply to relieve symptoms. They include: > natrum muriaticum, rhus toxicodendron, sepia, dulcamara, and hepar > sulphuris. > > *Besides taking care of yourself with a healthful diet, plenty of > rest, dealing positively with stress, remember that herpes can be > contagious even in its earliest stages. If you feel a recurrence > coming on, avoid sexual contact, sharing towels, toothbrushes, > clothing, lip balm, and eating utensils. Wash your hands often with > soap and hot water. Taking precautions can significantly reduce the > spread of the virus to others. > > HSV1 causes cold sores. It spreads by direct contact with fluids of a > cold sore or skin eruption from someone who carries the virus. HSV2 > genital herpes, is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a > strain of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). This virus enters the body > through small cuts in the skin or mucous membranes. Pregnant women > can also pass HSV to their babies during vaginal delivery. Both men > and women can become infected. The condition requires careful > management. Once an individual is infected by the virus it remains in > the body, usually dormant, until some other factor such as stress, > sun, infection, or weak immunity, triggers an outbreak. Aromatherapy > can help in easing the pain, improving immunity, and relieving stress > by reducing the severity and the length of an outbreak. > Essential oils of bergamot, tea tree, geranium, lemon, myyrh, and > rose absolut will help in reducing the length and severity of an > outbreak. > > The herpes simplex virus is the infectious cause of cold sores, > sometimes called fever blisters, so do not touch the eyes > or genitals after touching a cold sore. Symptoms may last from three > to seven days. To help quickly destroy the virus, > use Homeopathic Rhus Tox 12c four times a day for five days. > > Also helpful is a cream made from the amino acid L-lysine. > You can reduce the frequency and severity of oral herpes attacks by > taking L-lysine as a daily supplement. Take 500-1000 mgs daily on an > empty stomach. > > Another simple treatment for oral herpes is to put a drop of ether > (diethyl ether) on the lesion. This promotes crusting and speeds > healing. > > Apply castor oil packs to your abdomen. A strong immune system can > keep the herpes virus from acting up, and castor oil packs can > fortify your immune system. For assisting your immune system, start > with 1 cup of castor oil, with which you thoroughly soak a flannel > cloth. Place the saturated cloth on top of your abdomen, and cover > with plastic. Over the plastic, apply a heating pad, set as high as > is comfortable, and leave it on for 1 hour. Initially, do this once > a day, every day for a month. Continue the treatments three times a > week, increasing use of the packs during a herpes attack. > > Avoidance of caffeine, peanuts and chocolate have helped in many > cases. > > > Andrew Pacholyk, L.Ac, MSTOM > Peacefulmind.com > Alternative medicine and therapies > for healing mind, body & spirit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2004 Report Share Posted March 5, 2004 thanks for this!! It is very helpful. Morgana - yogiguruji Friday, March 05, 2004 11:18 AM Complete Help for Herpes Good Morning!Complete Herpes HelpLast year, the New England Journal of Medicine reported that 1 in 5Americans over the age of 2 (approximately 45 million) have genital herpes. Millions more have facial herpes or cold sores.Once contracted, the virus, which has no known cure, never leaves thebody. Instead, it lives silently in nerve endings deep within the base of the brain or spinal cord. Current medical therapy consists of a few prescription drugs namely Zovirax (generically known as acyclovir), Valtrex and Famivr.These prescription-only medications suppress replication of the virus to reduce outbreaks. Unfortunately, the drugs aren't always effective against HSV-1 (cold sores) and about 5 to 10 percent of people with HSV-2 (genital herpes) don't respond to them.What causes herpes to recur is unsure. However, there are severalinternal and external events that can trigger or wake-up the dormant herpes virus. The triggers most commonly associated with recurrent herpes infections involve foods high in arginine such as peanuts, chocolate, soy, sunflower seeds, exposure to strong sunlight, alcohol, menstruation, and physical and psychological stress.When herpes virus becomes active, the body sends internal signalsto the soon-to-be affected sight. The most common warning signals orprodromes preceding a herpes outbreak are tingling, itching, stinging, pins-and-needles sensations. Fatigue or swelling of the lymph glands also are known to occur.With hours or days after a prodrome, the renewed virus moves to thelesion stage. These blisters appear most often on the face, genitals, or buttocks and last from 10 to 14 days.Once contracted, herpes never leaves the body. Its reoccurrencedepends largely on the strength of the immune system. Emotionalstress has been cited at the number one cause of frequent or repeatedherpes outbreaks. Stress prompts the body to create more stomach acid. This is important because herpes virus thrives in an acidic environment. Stress also diminishes the power of the human glandular system, which exerts a tremendous influence on the workings of the immune system.While stress is a fact of life, with practice we can control ourresponse to it. It might help to remember that what drives the stress response is fear of loss. If stress is having a negative effective on your well-being,try this:*When you're tired or feeling overwhelmed. STOP! Learn to say "no"and mean it.*Set aside time to eat regular meals that emphasize cooked wholefoods and protein over carbohydrates.*Reduce sugar consumption as it impairs immune function byinterfering with white blood cell production and depletes the body of important B vitamins. Instead, snack on whole foods such as hard-boiled eggs, rice crackers, soft cheeses, fruits, and vegetables.*Get adequate rest; 8 hours minimum or more if you need.*Exercise regularly. Keep it mild and simple with a brisk walk, bikeride or do a few yoga postures.*Meditate. Substantial evidence exists that regular mediationsupports the immune system by lowering stress. It also creates a sense of well-being and tranquility and helps with negative states of mind as it affects the autonomic nervous system.*Diet is important. Many health practitioners, including traditionaland alternative, consider the amino acid, Lysine, to be a first line of defense in controlling herpes.*Vitamins A, E, C, B-6, B-12, and the minerals selenium and zinc arealso important in controlling herpes as they support immune function.*Licorice acts as an overall tonic, and has anti-inflammatory as wellas antiviral properties.*Burdock and dandelion cleanse the liver and enhance immunesystem function.*Siberian ginseng helps the body deal with stress and improves energy.*Keeping the body pH level in balance is crucial since herpes virusgrows three time faster in an acidic environment.*Foods that should be avoided because of their acidity include mosthighly processed foods, coffee (including decaf), soft drinks, sugar,alcohol, white vinegar, tomatoes, red meat, fried foods, and white bread.*If you have a tendency toward frequent outbreaks, you may want toeliminate these foods from your diet.*Fresh, whole foods particularly green and yellow vegetables, fruits(except citrus), legumes and whole grains, especially millet, yams, green salads and high quality protein such as chicken and fish promote an alkaline state that discourages growth of herpes virus.*To relieve the pain of herpes lesions and speed healing try aloevera, tea tree oil, melissa (lemon balm), comfrey, myrrh (in tinctureform), and eucalyptus.*For convenience and portability, there are a handful of topicalcreams made that contain herbs and amino acids in a soothing base of allantoin, sweet almond oil, or aloe vera.*Homeopathic remedies can help the body overcome a herpes outbreak.There are several, when matched against specific symptoms, that are known to work rapidly and deeply to relieve symptoms. They include: natrum muriaticum, rhus toxicodendron, sepia, dulcamara, and hepar sulphuris.*Besides taking care of yourself with a healthful diet, plenty ofrest, dealing positively with stress, remember that herpes can be contagious even in its earliest stages. If you feel a recurrence coming on, avoid sexual contact, sharing towels, toothbrushes, clothing, lip balm, and eating utensils. Wash your hands often with soap and hot water. Taking precautions can significantly reduce the spread of the virus to others.HSV1 causes cold sores. It spreads by direct contact with fluids of acold sore or skin eruption from someone who carries the virus. HSV2genital herpes, is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by astrain of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). This virus enters the bodythrough small cuts in the skin or mucous membranes. Pregnant womencan also pass HSV to their babies during vaginal delivery. Both menand women can become infected. The condition requires carefulmanagement. Once an individual is infected by the virus it remains inthe body, usually dormant, until some other factor such as stress,sun, infection, or weak immunity, triggers an outbreak. Aromatherapycan help in easing the pain, improving immunity, and relieving stressby reducing the severity and the length of an outbreak.Essential oils of bergamot, tea tree, geranium, lemon, myyrh, androse absolut will help in reducing the length and severity of anoutbreak.The herpes simplex virus is the infectious cause of cold sores,sometimes called fever blisters, so do not touch the eyesor genitals after touching a cold sore. Symptoms may last from threeto seven days. To help quickly destroy the virus,use Homeopathic Rhus Tox 12c four times a day for five days.Also helpful is a cream made from the amino acid L-lysine.You can reduce the frequency and severity of oral herpes attacks bytaking L-lysine as a daily supplement. Take 500-1000 mgs daily on anempty stomach.Another simple treatment for oral herpes is to put a drop of ether(diethyl ether) on the lesion. This promotes crusting and speedshealing.Apply castor oil packs to your abdomen. A strong immune system cankeep the herpes virus from acting up, and castor oil packs canfortify your immune system. For assisting your immune system, start with 1 cup of castor oil, with which you thoroughly soak a flannel cloth. Place the saturated cloth on top of your abdomen, and cover with plastic. Over the plastic, apply a heating pad, set as high as is comfortable, and leave it on for 1 hour. Initially, do this oncea day, every day for a month. Continue the treatments three times aweek, increasing use of the packs during a herpes attack.Avoidance of caffeine, peanuts and chocolate have helped in manycases.Andrew Pacholyk, L.Ac, MSTOMPeacefulmind.comAlternative medicine and therapiesfor healing mind, body & spirit!********************************************* WWW.PEACEFULMIND.COM Sponsors Alternative Answers-HEALING NATURALLY- this is the premise of HOLISTIC HEALTH. Preventative and Curative measure to take for many ailments at:http://www.peacefulmind.com/ailments_frame.htm__________-To INVITE A FRIEND to our healing community, copy and paste this address in an email to them:http://www./members_add _________To ADD A LINK, RESOURCE, OR WEBSITE to Alternative Answers please Go to: http://www./links___________Community email addresses: Post message: Subscribe: - Un: - List owner: -owner _______Shortcut URL to this page: http://www. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 6, 2004 Report Share Posted March 6, 2004 The addition of lemonade made with maple syrup, taken with 2 cayenne pepper pills will also help. This is good for heartburn too. This mixture cleanses the liver, and helps to balance the pH in the body. Also, apple cider vinegar put on the effected area and adding a tblespoon in 8 oz of water will help. I learned this rule of thumb from my natropathe= acid outside= alkaline inside. Hope this helps! , " Gabriele " <gabrielek> wrote: > I have found that Olive Leave Extract (6% Oleuropein) is very > effective if taken 3-4 times 3 capsules a day in the beginning of an > outbreak... > Rev. Gabriele > Reiki Master > > , " yogiguruji " > <yogiguruji@a...> wrote: > > Good Morning! > > > > Complete Herpes Help > > > > Last year, the New England Journal of Medicine reported that 1 in 5 > > Americans over the age of 2 (approximately 45 million) have > genital > > herpes. Millions more have facial herpes or cold sores. > > > > Once contracted, the virus, which has no known cure, never leaves > the > > body. Instead, it lives silently in nerve endings deep within the > > base of the brain or spinal cord. Current medical therapy consists > of > > a few prescription drugs namely Zovirax (generically known as > > acyclovir), Valtrex and Famivr. > > These prescription-only medications suppress replication of the > virus > > to reduce outbreaks. Unfortunately, the drugs aren't always > effective > > against HSV-1 (cold sores) and about 5 to 10 percent of people > with > > HSV-2 (genital herpes) don't respond to them. > > > > What causes herpes to recur is unsure. However, there are several > > internal and external events that can trigger or wake-up the > dormant > > herpes virus. The triggers most commonly associated with recurrent > > herpes infections involve foods high in arginine such as peanuts, > > chocolate, soy, sunflower seeds, exposure to strong sunlight, > > alcohol, menstruation, and physical and psychological stress. > > > > When herpes virus becomes active, the body sends internal signals > > to the soon-to-be affected sight. The most common warning signals > or > > prodromes preceding a herpes outbreak are tingling, itching, > > stinging, pins-and-needles sensations. Fatigue or swelling of the > > lymph glands also are known to occur. > > With hours or days after a prodrome, the renewed virus moves to the > > lesion stage. These blisters appear most often on the face, > genitals, > > or buttocks and last from 10 to 14 days. > > > > Once contracted, herpes never leaves the body. Its reoccurrence > > depends largely on the strength of the immune system. Emotional > > stress has been cited at the number one cause of frequent or > repeated > > herpes outbreaks. Stress prompts the body to create more stomach > > acid. This is important because herpes virus thrives in an acidic > > environment. > > > > Stress also diminishes the power of the human glandular system, > which > > exerts a tremendous influence on the workings of the immune system. > > > > While stress is a fact of life, with practice we can control our > > response to it. It might help to remember that what drives the > stress > > response is fear of loss. If stress is having a negative effective > on > > your well-being,try this: > > > > *When you're tired or feeling overwhelmed. STOP! Learn to say " no " > > and mean it. > > > > *Set aside time to eat regular meals that emphasize cooked whole > > foods and protein over carbohydrates. > > > > *Reduce sugar consumption as it impairs immune function by > > interfering with white blood cell production and depletes the body > of > > important B vitamins. Instead, snack on whole foods such as hard- > > boiled eggs, rice crackers, soft cheeses, fruits, and vegetables. > > > > *Get adequate rest; 8 hours minimum or more if you need. > > > > *Exercise regularly. Keep it mild and simple with a brisk walk, > bike > > ride or do a few yoga postures. > > > > *Meditate. Substantial evidence exists that regular mediation > > supports the immune system by lowering stress. It also creates a > > sense of well-being and tranquility and helps with negative states > of > > mind as it affects the autonomic nervous system. > > > > *Diet is important. Many health practitioners, including > traditional > > and alternative, consider the amino acid, Lysine, to be a first > line > > of defense in controlling herpes. > > > > *Vitamins A, E, C, B-6, B-12, and the minerals selenium and zinc > are > > also important in controlling herpes as they support immune > function. > > > > *Licorice acts as an overall tonic, and has anti-inflammatory as > well > > as antiviral properties. > > > > *Burdock and dandelion cleanse the liver and enhance immune > > system function. > > > > *Siberian ginseng helps the body deal with stress and improves > energy. > > > > *Keeping the body pH level in balance is crucial since herpes virus > > grows three time faster in an acidic environment. > > > > *Foods that should be avoided because of their acidity include most > > highly processed foods, coffee (including decaf), soft drinks, > sugar, > > alcohol, white vinegar, tomatoes, red meat, fried foods, and white > > bread. > > > > *If you have a tendency toward frequent outbreaks, you may want to > > eliminate these foods from your diet. > > > > *Fresh, whole foods particularly green and yellow vegetables, > fruits > > (except citrus), legumes and whole grains, especially millet, > yams, > > green salads and high quality protein such as chicken and fish > > promote an alkaline state that discourages growth of herpes virus. > > > > *To relieve the pain of herpes lesions and speed healing try aloe > > vera, tea tree oil, melissa (lemon balm), comfrey, myrrh (in > tincture > > form), and eucalyptus. > > > > *For convenience and portability, there are a handful of topical > > creams made that contain herbs and amino acids in a soothing base > of > > allantoin, sweet almond oil, or aloe vera. > > > > *Homeopathic remedies can help the body overcome a herpes outbreak. > > There are several, when matched against specific symptoms, that > are > > known to work rapidly and deeply to relieve symptoms. They > include: > > natrum muriaticum, rhus toxicodendron, sepia, dulcamara, and hepar > > sulphuris. > > > > *Besides taking care of yourself with a healthful diet, plenty of > > rest, dealing positively with stress, remember that herpes can be > > contagious even in its earliest stages. If you feel a recurrence > > coming on, avoid sexual contact, sharing towels, toothbrushes, > > clothing, lip balm, and eating utensils. Wash your hands often > with > > soap and hot water. Taking precautions can significantly reduce > the > > spread of the virus to others. > > > > HSV1 causes cold sores. It spreads by direct contact with fluids > of a > > cold sore or skin eruption from someone who carries the virus. HSV2 > > genital herpes, is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a > > strain of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). This virus enters the > body > > through small cuts in the skin or mucous membranes. Pregnant women > > can also pass HSV to their babies during vaginal delivery. Both men > > and women can become infected. The condition requires careful > > management. Once an individual is infected by the virus it remains > in > > the body, usually dormant, until some other factor such as stress, > > sun, infection, or weak immunity, triggers an outbreak. > Aromatherapy > > can help in easing the pain, improving immunity, and relieving > stress > > by reducing the severity and the length of an outbreak. > > Essential oils of bergamot, tea tree, geranium, lemon, myyrh, and > > rose absolut will help in reducing the length and severity of an > > outbreak. > > > > The herpes simplex virus is the infectious cause of cold sores, > > sometimes called fever blisters, so do not touch the eyes > > or genitals after touching a cold sore. Symptoms may last from > three > > to seven days. To help quickly destroy the virus, > > use Homeopathic Rhus Tox 12c four times a day for five days. > > > > Also helpful is a cream made from the amino acid L-lysine. > > You can reduce the frequency and severity of oral herpes attacks by > > taking L-lysine as a daily supplement. Take 500-1000 mgs daily on > an > > empty stomach. > > > > Another simple treatment for oral herpes is to put a drop of ether > > (diethyl ether) on the lesion. This promotes crusting and speeds > > healing. > > > > Apply castor oil packs to your abdomen. A strong immune system can > > keep the herpes virus from acting up, and castor oil packs can > > fortify your immune system. For assisting your immune system, > start > > with 1 cup of castor oil, with which you thoroughly soak a flannel > > cloth. Place the saturated cloth on top of your abdomen, and cover > > with plastic. Over the plastic, apply a heating pad, set as high > as > > is comfortable, and leave it on for 1 hour. Initially, do this once > > a day, every day for a month. Continue the treatments three times a > > week, increasing use of the packs during a herpes attack. > > > > Avoidance of caffeine, peanuts and chocolate have helped in many > > cases. > > > > > > Andrew Pacholyk, L.Ac, MSTOM > > Peacefulmind.com > > Alternative medicine and therapies > > for healing mind, body & spirit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 Your article has been quite informational. Have there been any advances or updates in treating the Herpes Virus? , " yogiguruji " <yogiguruji@a...> wrote: > Good Morning! > > Complete Herpes Help > > Last year, the New England Journal of Medicine reported that 1 in 5 > Americans over the age of 2 (approximately 45 million) have genital > herpes. Millions more have facial herpes or cold sores. > > Once contracted, the virus, which has no known cure, never leaves the > body. Instead, it lives silently in nerve endings deep within the > base of the brain or spinal cord. Current medical therapy consists of > a few prescription drugs namely Zovirax (generically known as > acyclovir), Valtrex and Famivr. > These prescription-only medications suppress replication of the virus > to reduce outbreaks. Unfortunately, the drugs aren't always effective > against HSV-1 (cold sores) and about 5 to 10 percent of people with > HSV-2 (genital herpes) don't respond to them. > > What causes herpes to recur is unsure. However, there are several > internal and external events that can trigger or wake-up the dormant > herpes virus. The triggers most commonly associated with recurrent > herpes infections involve foods high in arginine such as peanuts, > chocolate, soy, sunflower seeds, exposure to strong sunlight, > alcohol, menstruation, and physical and psychological stress. > > When herpes virus becomes active, the body sends internal signals > to the soon-to-be affected sight. The most common warning signals or > prodromes preceding a herpes outbreak are tingling, itching, > stinging, pins-and-needles sensations. Fatigue or swelling of the > lymph glands also are known to occur. > With hours or days after a prodrome, the renewed virus moves to the > lesion stage. These blisters appear most often on the face, genitals, > or buttocks and last from 10 to 14 days. > > Once contracted, herpes never leaves the body. Its reoccurrence > depends largely on the strength of the immune system. Emotional > stress has been cited at the number one cause of frequent or repeated > herpes outbreaks. Stress prompts the body to create more stomach > acid. This is important because herpes virus thrives in an acidic > environment. > > Stress also diminishes the power of the human glandular system, which > exerts a tremendous influence on the workings of the immune system. > > While stress is a fact of life, with practice we can control our > response to it. It might help to remember that what drives the stress > response is fear of loss. If stress is having a negative effective on > your well-being,try this: > > *When you're tired or feeling overwhelmed. STOP! Learn to say " no " > and mean it. > > *Set aside time to eat regular meals that emphasize cooked whole > foods and protein over carbohydrates. > > *Reduce sugar consumption as it impairs immune function by > interfering with white blood cell production and depletes the body of > important B vitamins. Instead, snack on whole foods such as hard- > boiled eggs, rice crackers, soft cheeses, fruits, and vegetables. > > *Get adequate rest; 8 hours minimum or more if you need. > > *Exercise regularly. Keep it mild and simple with a brisk walk, bike > ride or do a few yoga postures. > > *Meditate. Substantial evidence exists that regular mediation > supports the immune system by lowering stress. It also creates a > sense of well-being and tranquility and helps with negative states of > mind as it affects the autonomic nervous system. > > *Diet is important. Many health practitioners, including traditional > and alternative, consider the amino acid, Lysine, to be a first line > of defense in controlling herpes. > > *Vitamins A, E, C, B-6, B-12, and the minerals selenium and zinc are > also important in controlling herpes as they support immune function. > > *Licorice acts as an overall tonic, and has anti-inflammatory as well > as antiviral properties. > > *Burdock and dandelion cleanse the liver and enhance immune > system function. > > *Siberian ginseng helps the body deal with stress and improves energy. > > *Keeping the body pH level in balance is crucial since herpes virus > grows three time faster in an acidic environment. > > *Foods that should be avoided because of their acidity include most > highly processed foods, coffee (including decaf), soft drinks, sugar, > alcohol, white vinegar, tomatoes, red meat, fried foods, and white > bread. > > *If you have a tendency toward frequent outbreaks, you may want to > eliminate these foods from your diet. > > *Fresh, whole foods particularly green and yellow vegetables, fruits > (except citrus), legumes and whole grains, especially millet, yams, > green salads and high quality protein such as chicken and fish > promote an alkaline state that discourages growth of herpes virus. > > *To relieve the pain of herpes lesions and speed healing try aloe > vera, tea tree oil, melissa (lemon balm), comfrey, myrrh (in tincture > form), and eucalyptus. > > *For convenience and portability, there are a handful of topical > creams made that contain herbs and amino acids in a soothing base of > allantoin, sweet almond oil, or aloe vera. > > *Homeopathic remedies can help the body overcome a herpes outbreak. > There are several, when matched against specific symptoms, that are > known to work rapidly and deeply to relieve symptoms. They include: > natrum muriaticum, rhus toxicodendron, sepia, dulcamara, and hepar > sulphuris. > > *Besides taking care of yourself with a healthful diet, plenty of > rest, dealing positively with stress, remember that herpes can be > contagious even in its earliest stages. If you feel a recurrence > coming on, avoid sexual contact, sharing towels, toothbrushes, > clothing, lip balm, and eating utensils. Wash your hands often with > soap and hot water. Taking precautions can significantly reduce the > spread of the virus to others. > > HSV1 causes cold sores. It spreads by direct contact with fluids of a > cold sore or skin eruption from someone who carries the virus. HSV2 > genital herpes, is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a > strain of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). This virus enters the body > through small cuts in the skin or mucous membranes. Pregnant women > can also pass HSV to their babies during vaginal delivery. Both men > and women can become infected. The condition requires careful > management. Once an individual is infected by the virus it remains in > the body, usually dormant, until some other factor such as stress, > sun, infection, or weak immunity, triggers an outbreak. Aromatherapy > can help in easing the pain, improving immunity, and relieving stress > by reducing the severity and the length of an outbreak. > Essential oils of bergamot, tea tree, geranium, lemon, myyrh, and > rose absolut will help in reducing the length and severity of an > outbreak. > > The herpes simplex virus is the infectious cause of cold sores, > sometimes called fever blisters, so do not touch the eyes > or genitals after touching a cold sore. Symptoms may last from three > to seven days. To help quickly destroy the virus, > use Homeopathic Rhus Tox 12c four times a day for five days. > > Also helpful is a cream made from the amino acid L-lysine. > You can reduce the frequency and severity of oral herpes attacks by > taking L-lysine as a daily supplement. Take 500-1000 mgs daily on an > empty stomach. > > Another simple treatment for oral herpes is to put a drop of ether > (diethyl ether) on the lesion. This promotes crusting and speeds > healing. > > Apply castor oil packs to your abdomen. A strong immune system can > keep the herpes virus from acting up, and castor oil packs can > fortify your immune system. For assisting your immune system, start > with 1 cup of castor oil, with which you thoroughly soak a flannel > cloth. Place the saturated cloth on top of your abdomen, and cover > with plastic. Over the plastic, apply a heating pad, set as high as > is comfortable, and leave it on for 1 hour. Initially, do this once > a day, every day for a month. Continue the treatments three times a > week, increasing use of the packs during a herpes attack. > > Avoidance of caffeine, peanuts and chocolate have helped in many > cases. > > > Andrew Pacholyk, L.Ac, MSTOM > Peacefulmind.com > Alternative medicine and therapies > for healing mind, body & spirit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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