Herpes: Natural Remedies

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Herpes: What it is

Herpes simplex is a virus that causes contagious infections in the mouth (the lips are particularly involved because they are more sensitive), face and genitals: in this article we will examine the possible natural remedies to lighten the "infection caused by"Herpes simplex.

Although it has been shown that the virus remains hidden inside the body for life, and that not even a drug treatment is able to definitively eradicate it, some natural remedies can be a good aid to reduce the symptoms caused by the "Herpes simplex, speeding up the resolution, albeit momentary, of the infection.

Causes

Causes and Risk Factors of Herpes

Generally, infections with Herpes simplex they occur when the immune system weakens: in this regard, natural remedies must perform their action by strengthening the immune defenses first of all.
Once the virus has entered the organism and has developed the infection, despite the treatments, it is never completely eradicated, but remains latent in the body where, however, the immune system is able to keep it under control.
However, when the individual's immune defenses suffer a decline, Herpes is able to give rise to a new infection accompanied by its typical clinical manifestations.
The infection can occur following pharmacological treatments, especially with antibiotics, or be the consequence of prolonged exposure to the sun: in both cases, the immune system is fragile, because it is weakened and sensitive. Obviously, also genetic and autoimmune diseases can trigger the typical manifestations of Herpes simplex.
Furthermore, Herpes infection can occur in conjunction with particular situations and conditions, such as:

• Periods of strong psycho-physical stress;
• Colds
• Trauma;
• Hormonal alterations.

Herbal preparations

The herbalist offers an abundant quantity of natural preparations to counteract infections from Herpes simplex. For example, you can adopt some remedies, such as the "topical application of lip sticks or creams, formulated with products of vegetable origin, or even, you can resort to" taking tablets with natural active ingredients, in order to eradicate the " Herpes from the inside, strengthening the immune system.
Sticks and creams are natural symptomatic remedies, this means that their use is useful when the infection by Herpes simplex manifests; the tablets, on the other hand, being a systemic product, can be used for the prevention of seasonal disorders.

Below are some examples of natural products that can be used to fight and prevent Herpes simplex infections. Among these, we find sticks and creams inside which s "introduce eudermic, anti-infectious, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antifungal and immunostimulating substances.
Even natural tablets must ensure the same actions: obviously, however, they do not include the presence of drugs with eudermic activity, considering that they act from the inside.

Lip stick

Natural lip stick against Herpes

The lip stick, thus formulated, represents a natural remedy for daily use, useful not only for reducing the disturbance caused by "Herpes simplex, but also in the prevention of relapses. The herbalist can recommend an application of the product, on the lips and surrounding areas, two or three times during the day; in case of sun exposure, it is advisable to apply the herbal preparation more frequently.

• Shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii) and carnauba wax (made from Copernicia cerifera): the choice of these natural remedies for the preparation of the stick is useful for coating the product giving it emollient and protective properties. Furthermore, considering that the herbal preparation must remain solid at room temperature (to be applied to the lips), the use of carnauba wax is particularly suitable for conferring stability and structuring the stick.
• Porphyra umbilicalis: it is a "red alga, better known as" nori ", rich in mucilage. This natural product is found in a herbal formulation against Herpes not so much for its ability to fight the virus, rather to protect the damaged skin from desquamation (a symptom that follows the attack of the virus). In the nori seaweed, there are abundant quantities of gamma-linolenic acid, essential for regenerating the phospholipids of the fibroblasts membrane. The application of a nori-based product makes the skin softer and exerts a good soothing action. Porphyra is also an excellent natural remedy for eczema.
• Chamomile (Chamomilla recutita): it is a natural remedy effective in curbing the spread of "Herpes simplex and soothe inflammation. Bisabolol, in particular, exerts a consistent anti-inflammatory activity with local action: in fact, bisabolol is decidedly selective towards the virus.
• Propolis: natural beekeeping remedy characterized by a mix of bioflavonoids (pinocembrin and galangin in particular) which, acting in synergy with phenylpropanes, contribute to the antimicrobial and disinfectant action. Propolis is a very effective natural antibacterial. echinacea is enhanced by propolis, due to the presence of flavonoids and vitamin C. Although propolis is an excellent product for the treatment of "Herpes simplex, it should be remembered that occasionally it could lead to dryness at the level of the lips. On the other hand, considering that propolis is an active substance inserted in a lipophilic-based product (due to the presence of shea butter and carnauba wax, above all), it is almost unlikely that propolis can dry the skin around the lips. The only problematic factor associated with propolis is the possible allergenic effect in sensitive individuals.
• Beta-sitosterol: extracted from soybean oil (Glycine max L.), beta-sitosterol belongs to the class of phytosterols and is found in all plants; soya is particularly rich in it. A possible immunostimulating activity is associated with beta-sitosterol, although not yet fully demonstrated.

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Tablets

Natural tablets against Herpes

Some natural treatments against "Herpes simplex they are used to fight the virus from the inside, acting in a systemic way. Natural tablets, in general, are used as a prevention in seasonal disorders, but they can be used in combination with products with local action. The herbalist should recommend the intake tablets with plenty of water, to stimulate kidney function.The recommended doses should never be exceeded, as unpleasant side effects may arise (even if the remedy is natural), such as nausea, vomiting, hypertension.

• Grapefruit seeds (Citrus x paradisi): many therapeutic properties are attributed to grapefruit seeds, including remarkable antiseptic, antiviral and antifungal activity, thanks to naringin, pinene, citral, limonene, linalool, vitamin C and vitamin B1.
• Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra): "glycyrrhetic acid, extracted from licorice root, is characterized by antifungal and antiviral properties. In fact, recent studies have highlighted the ability of" glycyrrhetic acid to counteract the development of "Herpes simplex and its replication. Furthermore, licorice boasts antiradical properties, as well as antioxidants: in stressful conditions - which favor the attack of Herpes - the endogenous antioxidant system is weakened and licorice enhances the antioxidant effect.
• Melissa (Melissa officinalis): it must not seem strange that a natural remedy such as lemon balm is included in a product to combat Herpes simplex. In fact, lemon balm does not only exercise anxiolytic and calming activity (the most recognized activities of drugs): due to the presence of phenylpropanes and phenols, it also carries out powerful antiviral activities. It should be remembered that stress also stands out among the causes that trigger "Herpes: in this regard, lemon balm is a good natural remedy not only for its antiviral properties that directly affect the" Herpes, but also for the ability to reduce stress; consequently, the virus is also damaged indirectly, that is to say internally, precisely in the cause that triggers it (stress).

Another good natural remedy to replace lemon balm is "elm, which relieves burning and itching in the affected area."Herpes simplex.

Other remedies

Here are some other natural remedies that can be used to fight and / or prevent infections from Herpes virus.

Echinacea

L "Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia) is a highly effective natural remedy, thanks to the phenylpropanes which promote the anti-infective, antiviral and immunostimulating action. Unfortunately, however, the active ingredients of the drug do not register high lipophilicity, which means that the active ingredients of echinacea are very soluble in hydrophilic solvent and little in oils: the stick, therefore, is not the ideal herbal preparation to convey the active substances. .
However, it may be useful to apply echinacea-based ointments to the herpetic lesion. Alternatively, echinacea supplements can be taken in order to strengthen the immune defenses, thus exerting a "preventive action."

Melaleuca essential oil

L "tea tree essential oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) - also known as Tea tree oil - is a natural product with anti-inflammatory and germicidal properties. Generally, for the treatment of Herpes, it is recommended to apply a few drops of oil directly on the herpetic lesion, even two or three times a day. Since it does not irritate the mucous membranes, it can also be used on the lips.

Calendula

L "calendula essential oil (Calendula officinalis) has antiviral, antibacterial and even antifungal properties.
In addition to this, the extracts of calendula are also endowed with emollient, soothing and re-epithelizing activities, very useful for restoring the normal conditions of the skin affected by herpetic lesions.
In case of Herpes infections, it is possible to apply the oil (a few drops) directly on the lesions. Alternatively, the market offers a wide range of calendula-based lip balms, ointments and gels.

Burdock

The burdock (Arctium lappa) is a plant with known and confirmed antibacterial properties which, however, can do nothing against viral infections.
The use of this plant, however, can be useful against herpetic lesions by virtue of its anti-inflammatory, healing and eudermic properties.
Most of the properties of the plant are attributed to the essential oil, lignans and sesquiterpenes contained in it, but its chemical composition is very varied and includes numerous other substances, including triterpenes, phytosterols, tannins, polyenes and inulin.
The burdock can be used as a remedy against herpetic lesions in the acute phase through the preparation of an infusion with which to carry out compresses directly on the area affected by the Herpes.

Aloe

It has been shown to be aloe extract (Aloe vera And Aloe ferox), and the gel obtained from this plant are able to reduce the size and facilitate the healing of the lesions caused by genital infections from Herpes.
Aloe, in fact, contains a great variety of active substances that give it anti-inflammatory, healing and immunostimulating properties. Aloe-emodin - an anthraquinone glycoside contained in aloe juice - has also been shown to be able to exercise a "antiviral action precisely against the"Herpes simplex.
In any case, to promote the healing of herpetic lesions, it may be useful to apply aloe gel directly on the affected area (even several times a day).

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