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Cold Sores

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Cold sores result from a recurrent viral infection caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus. They are characterized by reddish blisters around the mouth. The virus remains permanently in the system, sitting dormant in the nervous tissue near the lips, periodically emerging to cause symptoms. Cold sore flares are typically brought on by stress, compromised immunity, sun exposure, other viral infections, menstruation, allergic reactions, or high amounts of the amino acid arginine in the diet. Nearly 90% of adults show past virus exposure, typically encountering it in childhood, but not everyone expresses symptoms. A diet that strengthens the immune system while emphasizing lysine and reducing arginine has shown significant benefits in reducing outbreaks and viral transmission.

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Helpful Cold Sores Tips

Foods to Eat in Abundance

Foods with a high lysine-arginine ratio

legumes, yogurt, fish, beets, non-citrus fruits

High-quality proteins

Non-citrus vitamin C rich foods

red pepper, berries, kiwi, guava, papaya

Zinc-rich foods

oysters, red meat, poultry, chickpeas, beans

Raw and fermented veggies

Foods to Limit

Foods with a high arginine-lysine ratio

peanuts, walnuts, chocolate, grapes

Acidic foods

tomatoes, lentils, citrus fruits, dairy

Known allergens

Refined sugars

Major or known allergens

dairy, peanuts, soy, eggs, shellfish, wheat

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