Herbalist explains how to get rid of cold sores using Lysine and Zinc.
Herbalist explains how to get rid of cold sores using Lysine and Zinc.
www.vitatalks.com Top supplements for dealing with and preventing cold sores: Lysine - This is an amino acid that helps reduce replication of the HSV-1 cold sore virus. Less of the virus = less chance of a cold sore, plus if you do get one = quicker healing time. Research has backs this up. Zinc and vitamin C - These help to bolster the immune system. Optimal immune function will help reduce the chances of a cold sore. Reishi mushroom: This has direct anti-viral activity against the cold sore virus HSV-1. Plus reishi mushroom is fantastic for optimising immune function, so great for all round winter immune support.
I woke up with one this morning! 
I’ve never had one before!!! PLEASE HELP Eeek, will this freak my bf out?
I’m completely aware of the following options:
1) Boosting my immune system with echinacea, zinc, & vitamin C
2) Supplementing with L-Lysine (~1000 mg/day) & avoiding foods containing L-Arginine.
3) Zovirax or Valtrex–it’s not extreme enough for me to get a prescription for it.
4) Abreva–too expensive!! I hear it’s effective, but this is my last option, I guess…..plus I think it’s more useful if I used it before the actual cold sore appeared
5) Avoid stressing out, etc….
Can someone please help me with other EFFECTIVE options?
I’m currently doing 1 & 2…
Any home remedies that have worked for you?
How long is this thing going to last!?!??
Please help…
Thanks so much.