Get Rid Of Cold Sores Permanently - The Naturopathic Way!

By Victoria Beckham

The main culprit for causing cold sores, the herpes simplex virus, is carried around by approximately half of the population. Although most people don't experience them often, many people do struggle to get rid of cold sores because it takes a committed, balanced approach.

Cold sores usually appear at first as one small red blister, with a tendency later on to become a cluster of small blisters in a couple of days. Clear liquid may weep from the sore, and a scab forms later on. While in the early stages of forming, the sore may cause your lip to tingle at first, later turning into a more painful burning and itching sensation. People who suffer from cold sores can also experience other irritating sensitivities like swollen lymph glands, fatigue, body ache, and even a low grade fever during an outbreak.

Although cold sores can last as little as two days, they can persist for more than a couple of weeks in the more acute cases. As most people know, the herpes simplex virus is contagious and can spread between unsuspecting people. As such, most herpes sufferers avoid kissing, sharing eating and drinking utensils, and other oral contact activities during herpes outbreaks.

If you've ever had a cold sore pop up on your lip just before a big event, like a wedding, graduation, party, or date, it's because stress and the hormonal changes it causes is a common trigger for cold sore outbreaks. Other conditions that can also encourage cold sores to erupt are too much sun exposure, menstruation, and a weakened immune system.

Early intervention in the cold sore's infection process is key to keeping the virus from replicating and lengthening the outbreak. Everyone understands that external cold sore relief is important, but not enough people realize that a longer-term strategy of cold sore prevention begins with creating the right internal balances of hormones, vitamins, and minerals.

Topical prescription medications containing acyclovir or penciclovir have been approved for use on Cold Sores by the FDA, but studies have shown that they may not be any more effective than natural topical agents and oral supplements. Basic dietary changes, such as consuming a minimum of 60 grams of protein a day (for an adult), can also correct any internal nutritional imbalances in the body that encourage cold sore outbreaks.

Other things you can do to lessen your chances of developing cold sores include staying out of the sun and reducing stress. Your blood's calcium levels drop when you're exposed to the sun, and lower calcium levels tend to stimulate the herpes virus. To reduce your stress levels, many people resort to exercise, listening to music, doing creative things, praying, meditating, and enjoying their favorite hobby.

If you want to Get Rid Of Cold Sores , follow these basic steps. They, along with others that have been proven to be effective for many people, can go a long way to providing you with cold sore relief you can count on.