| Natural Remedies |
What experts say about them |
| Tea
tree oil | 
Research
studies done in laboratory shows that it can stop herpes simplex virus
(HSV). It may be effective for treating warts as well. This is one of the common home remedies that many people use.
Usage:
Apply the concentrated solution of tea tree oil once or twice daily.
See our report on tea tree oil for complete information. As well, we have created a tea tree oil dosage guide with dilution ratios and tips.
Caution: Concentrated or undiluted tea tree oil on
open sores may cause irritation or a burning sensation. See our report on tea tree oil side effects for full details.
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| Garlic
oil |
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detailed review on garlic.
Usage:
Apply garlic oil directly on them one to two times daily for up to
one month. For the pills, take 200 to 400 mg three
times daily.
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| L-lysine |

In laboratory studies, lysine
stops the virus
from spreading. One large study involving 1,543 subjects show
that taking lysine supplements made their genital herpes sores, cold
sores and canker sores less severe.
Dose:
Apply the cream every 2 hours for up to 1 week. For the pill, take 1
gram daily. Dosage as high as 1 grams three times daily have been used.
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| Echinacea |
Helpful
Echinacea seems to boost the immune
function and shows antiviral benefits.
Dose:
Take up to 500 mg twice daily to maintain your immune system.
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| Garlic
clove |
Anecdotal reports suggest that applying
crushed garlic clove directly on them and cover them with a
bandage
for 24 hours helps. Try to avoid touching the surrounding skin.
This will cause them to blister and eventually fall off eventually.
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| Aloe
vera |
Aloe
vera shows antiviral benefits and may
be helpful.
Usage:
Apply up to three times daily.
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| Selenium |
Selenium improves immune function.
Deficiency makes it easier for the virus to spread.
Dose:
Take 200 mcg once daily.
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| Zinc |
Zinc is a trace mineral that is important
in regulating the immune system and plays a role in preventing
infections.
Dose:
Take 10 to 40 mg of zinc daily.
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| Apple Cider Vinegar |
Anecdotal
reports
suggest applying a solution of ACV on a cotton ball
is able to kills the virus in as little as 10 days.
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