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leaHerpes, also known as HSV (herpes simplex viral infection), is a virus causing contagious sores, most often found around the mouth or on the genitals. The two most common forms of herpes is genital herpes, which is sexually transmitted disease marked by genital pain and sores around the genital area. The other form of common herpes is cold sores, which is an infection of the herpes virus found around the outer parts of someone’s lips. Herpes is a long-term condition, although some people never even find out that they are carrying the virus around with them. Although there is no treatment to cure herpes completely, there are some ways to make sure the virus is contained.
Dr. Axe believes that food is a form of medicine and contributes some natural treatments for herpes that do not include doctors and over the counter medications.
1. Boosting Immune Function
Having a better immune system can help fight against any diseases, including the common cold. There is no exception to herpes. If you boost your nutrient intake, then your body will start to fight the illness and stop more outbreaks from happening. First off, you should increase your intake of L-lysine, which is an amino acid which may help prevent the replication of the herpes virus. Foods rich in L-lysine would include legumes, fish, turkey, chicken, and vegetables.
