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Lecithin
Posted by Suzy (Indiana) on 07/14/2018
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Lecithin cures herpes. Get a bottle of soft capsules. They are large, take three a day, three times a day. You will never have an outbreak again. I say soft capsules because the liquid is thick and difficult to get down. Liquid is fine if you can take it. Just go buy lecithin in whatever form you want at your local health food store and take it daily. There's no magic formula of what brand or pill as opposed to liquid. Take it until you don't have an outbreak then take it a bit longer. There's an old post here on earthclinic about lecithin curing herpes. Do some research and find it. I had near continuous outbreaks until I started lecithin and I had tried everything out there. Lecithin works! I can't stress it enough. It will set you free. Then go tell everyone you know who suffers.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Teena (Melbourne Australia) on 07/11/2018 233 posts
Dear Ju, your immune system has held the herpes virus in check (dormant) and it is likely a recent stress on the immune system has tipped this balance. You can boost the immune system with lysine and whole food vitamin c, eg rosehip powder, and others. Your ACV you can take internal and apply external, it will likely sting, you may like to mix with Castor oil. If you do not get improvement from the acv, Further research how lecithin defeats herpes and shingles virus. Best to you.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Ju (Louisiana) on 07/10/2018
You'll need to tell us if we are to drink it or place it on the genital. Thank you, no sex since left husband 38yrs old and now I'm 75 so how the hell did I catch herpes?
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Alex (Australia) on 06/28/2018
Further to my ACV trial above:
I have since learned that the Apple Cider Vinegar was increasing my pH Balance.
It seems the ACV that is not actually providing the direct relief here. It's my pH level.
I went and bought a personal pH tester and I piss on it whenever potty break is required to check.
If my pH is low I take some ANTACID (Alka-Seltzer, Eno, Ural, Etc) to boost it. Currently, I'm using Eno cause it's cheaper.
I have seen an immediate improvement in controlling the external lesions to the point where the now don't actually break the skin.
I continue to take Lysine (which seems to toughen the skin) and Vit C daily.. and double it if I feel an outbreak.
I am certain when I am under attack even though there are no lesions because I feel the hyper-sensitivity in the back of my legs and the usual prodrome feelings.
I've read on other forums some people who claim it has stopped outbreaks altogether. I would love to get to this stage. I think its definitely the right track.
Can anyone else confirm success with controlling pH levels and Outbreaks, please?
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Teena (Melbourne, Australia) on 06/20/2018 233 posts
Dear Hopeful, perhaps you can read up on the benefits of lysine and lecithin for the herpes virus. By treating from the inside you prevent the outbreak, rather than treat externally when outbreak has already occurred. Avoid any foods or energy drinks with arginine and aspartame, these will cause an outbreak. Keep a food diary app and see for yourself. Try mixing some healing castor oil with your Apple Cider Vinegar for topical use, or just castor oil until your sores have settled. Best to you
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Hopeful (Stockton, Ca) on 06/19/2018
I've started the ACV regimen by soaking a cotton ball in it 3-4 times a day also pouring a little when I bathe.. I'm also using tea tree oil as well. I felt a lesion bear rectum. Now the right side of inner cheek is raw and when I wipe I see as if a scab has peeled. I'm in a lot of pain I'm currently trying the cornstarch method. I'm just scared and confused and will I see any results? The medication for HSV 2 is too costly. I need some relief and once or if this is going away will I still need the medicine? Any help is appreciated
Oregano Oil
Posted by Dijon (Jacksonville, Fl) on 06/19/2018
Did you go get retested after using this oil and did it come back negative?
Red Marine Algae
Posted by Heather (Mt) on 06/13/2018
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My boyfriend suffers from recurring herpes sores and lesions both in his mouth and outside of his mouth. This went on for a couple years while I research a bunch of things and we tried various diets, etc.
What I found absolutely works is Red Marine Algae with Gigartina & Dumontiaceae algae. It works as a preventative, taken in the recommended dosage daily. BUT if you forget to take it or just can't afford to take it on regular basis (it's expensive) you can take it at the FIRST "tingle" on your lip, and it will not even form into a lesion. You need both kinds of algae for it to be effective.
I hope this helps others like it has helped my boyfriend! He has not had a sore in about a year. He has occasional "tingles" when he drinks wine or eats wheat (terrible for herpes sufferers) but takes the Red Marine Algae immediately and nothing forms.
D-Limonene
Posted by Mary (Arizona) on 06/04/2018
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For herpes sores, D'limonene applied asap on the area.
Take a capsule, open it and use it directly or use it with a bit of castor or neem oil. Works right away.
Lecithin
Posted by Thankfullyitsnotworse (Nj) on 05/16/2018
Thank you Suzy for sharing this information. When you say you take three capsules two to three times a day, do you mean one capsule each time of day or three capsules each time of day?
BHT
Posted by Dove (California ) on 05/01/2018
I just started BHT thank you for your story, my experience the same.. how is it now many years later?
Lecithin
Posted by Suzy (Usa) on 04/15/2018
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Lecithin works. There is a post here on Earth Clinic about killing the virus with lecithin. You should be able to find it without much trouble. I tried everything. Nothing worked. I bought liquid lecithin but couldn't get it down so I now take three capsules two to three times a day. They are large, you may be able to buy smaller pills if that's a problem. I have had one outbreak in nine months and that was early on. When that happened I opened a pill and put the lecithin directly on the two sores. They have never come back. I was constantly have outbreaks, one after another. Miserable to say the least. Thank God for lecithin. It is the only thing that has worked for me. I still take it daily. I hope you consider giving it a try. I'm at peace after twenty years of misery.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Natalia (Mn, Usa) on 04/08/2018
John, It sounds like you are in the throes of a viral storm! Interesting timing: HS outbreaks typically happen at Easter and Valentines when excess chocolate is consumed. I haven't read the thread, so this may be redundant, but are you supplementing with Lysine? It is an essential amino acid that we make from other amino acids and a chem in chocolate blocks the body's ability to make this conversion, resulting in Lysine deficiency and the opportunity for the HS's to overgrow. If you are vegan or even vegetarian, you need to seriously balance your protein intake. If not, you need to support your immune system. There is a great deal of information on the web about how to boost immunity and balance the body for optimal health; this would heal and prevent these outbreaks. No standard MD is going to do anything other than throw bandaid meds at you; you need to go much deeper.
The major consideration for our immune system is the gut; you need to be taking pre- and pro-biotics to begin healing and addressing your diet and environment to address your system failure.
In Native culture, we use anti-viral medicine that is simple and free. Dunno if you have flat or white cedar in AL, but that is what we use as a tea. You can use the needles and fans of any pine tree as a strong anti-viral. Just boil a large amount in clean water until the oil floats on top. Strain and drink sweetened - pref with a natural sweetener. Best to you.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by John (Alabama ) on 04/06/2018
I was just diagnosed yesterday with genital herpes. I first noticed signs a week ago when it burned while urinating. I immediately made a doctor's appointment. My doctor took blood and urine sample and told me it would be a few days for my results in come in. I haven't slept or had an appetite. My results came back negative, but I knew something was going on. I've been experiencing flu like systems, feeling weak and lethargic. I started noticed small bumps that have now spread and itch. I made a follow up appointment and was told I have a bad genital herpes outbreak. Can't describe how I feel in words. I'm only finding comfort reading other ppl's stories and knowing I'm not alone.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Cara (Vancouver) on 03/15/2018
What kind of vit C did you use?
Frankincense Essential Oil
Posted by Gabriela (London) on 03/04/2018
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Frankincense essential oil for herpes. Just put directly and neat, on the slightest sign of herpes about 2 or 3 or maximum 4 times a day.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Anicea (Springfield ) on 02/20/2018
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So I was diagnosed with HSV 2 almost a year ago. I only use ACV with the Mother and corn starch. After using the restroom take a cotton swab or cotton ball dip in ACV then put a little corn starch to help dry it out. Usually gone within a few days. I only have outbreaks when I eat really badly, like drinking too much soda, or too much sweets.
Salt Detox Bath
Posted by Journey To Wellness (Atlanta) on 02/19/2018
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I've had hsv1 and hsv2 for years. I've only had success with reducing outbreaks and symptoms with salt baths. 1 cup of epsom, 1 cup of pink or dead sea salt and 1 cup of 35 pct hydrogen peroxide in very warm water in tub. Soak for 45 to water get cold. Preferably night before bed because you will fill tired after the soak. Make sure you can lay your back and legs summerge in full water in tub. You can also use apple cider vinegar in place of peroxide. This process will help kill some of the virus. You can soak 2 to 3 times a week. Also, use oreganol oil and coconut oil mixed to apply after bath on lower back and base of neck shoulder. Oregano pills and extract to use internal. Include lysine and vitamin c with you multi vitamin. Always drink a organic juice fruit and vegetable mix. If you can add wheatgrass it will help to boost immune. Good luck!
Onion Family (Onions, Garlic, Celery, Thyme)
Posted by Charity (Faithville, Us) on 02/06/2018
Yes, a cure for this, according to Ted
here.
Onion Family (Onions, Garlic, Celery, Thyme)
Posted by Maicol (Georgia) on 02/05/2018
Hi, thank you for all this info. I really thought there was no earthly cure for this. My question though: Isn't it even better to blend raw garlic and onion and drink it right away?
BHT
Posted by H&s (Spring, Tx) on 12/20/2017
★☆☆☆☆
BHT for HSV
Tried BHT (1000mg divided doses; 2x daily) with St John's wort for 6 months with no improvement. Took it with 6-8g of Vit C daily.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Unknown (Texas ) on 12/10/2017
So do Apple Cider Vinegar n baking soda take hsv 2 away or do the baking soda help with breakouts? I'm asking because since I got the news I been very depressed and looking for natural cures to take the virus away.
Monolaurin, L-Lysine
Posted by Stargirl (Fayetteville, Nc) on 10/05/2017
Ok, so now it's been 10 months with only monolaurin and L-Lysine and I've only had one OB. That was because I grew too comfortable and wasn't taking them daily as I should have. Let me just say, that the OB wasn't terribly uncomfortable and I only had one mild lesion. After three days of doubling my regiment, the lesion was gone. I highly recommend that you research the results of monolaurin on herpes. They are outstanding.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Dae Dae (Ga) on 09/02/2017
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I tried hydrogen peroxide 3% you can also try 6% but you have to order the 6%. it worked wonders for me, Instant relief up on using it and the healing process is quicker. Get a cotton ball dab the difficult area and you will feel instead relief, do it a few times throughout the day, every day until completely healed. I hope this provide some help I know how excruciating this is.
Stabilized Oxygen
Posted by Lainie (La) on 08/28/2017
What is the best kind and where do I get it?
Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Christine (Virginia) on 08/14/2017
I started taking the food grade H2O2 for herpes. I am going to take it 6 months and keep taking the 25 drops twice a day until I get a clean test. I am glad to hear that your level dropped.
Oregano and Eucalyptus Oils, Lysine
Posted by Art (California ) on 08/10/2017 2450 posts
In reply to Asia (Akron, Ohio),
You must be pretty tough, because a few drops of pure essential oil of oregano under my tongue would probably burn a hole in my mouth!!! It is very powerful oil!
Art
Oregano and Eucalyptus Oils, Lysine
Posted by Asia (Akron, Ohio) on 08/10/2017
I am rubbing oil of oregano and coconut oil on my lower back and also taking a few drops under my tongue along with vitamin C and Also a multi vitamin. I have been doing this for only a week now . I was Dx almost 4 weeks ago with HSV 2. How do you know if the oil of oregano is working? Will the oil force you to have an outbreak and discharge?
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Maria (Florida) on 08/08/2017
Please mix 2 drops of Tea tree oil with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and dab on genitals with a cotton ball. You will be happy.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Peaches (Nashville Tn.) on 07/02/2017
Can you please help me, I have the herpes virus I have purchased so many books about it and I can't find anything.....
Hypericum Mysorense
Posted by Peaches (Nashville, Tennessee ) on 07/02/2017
Hello did the stuff cure you from herpes for good ....
Oregano and Eucalyptus Oils, Lysine
Posted by Unexpected49 (Miami) on 06/18/2017
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I have read the post and I really like it. I thank you for sharing these type of information as I'am always looking for relief.
One thing I can say I do not agree with on the posts is the acetone, I agree with everything else but that. I believe once you have an open sore anything through it can lead to the blood stream and may cause additional health concerns later in life. Perhaps one may reconsider such, the ly-sine vitamin I've been taking along with vitamin C, I take the 1,000mg, and also 1,000gm ly-sine three times a day. because I have a lot of stress I still get outbreaks every now an then which is expected under the circumstances.
This what I have been using which works great for me, the results may vary person to person rather works well for me.
I mix oregano oil and eucalyptus oil, use a q-tip to administer it to the affected area. I will do it overnight and or a few times a day or so, if I do it at night the blister and or bump will be gone in the morning. It will not take 7 days to go away, it literally gone within few days.
I hope this helps a bit.
L-Lysine
Posted by Bella (Tulsa, Ok) on 05/03/2017
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I contracted HSV (genital, not sure which "type") over 30 years ago. My first outbreak was the worst. After that, I had several more over about 5 years that usually coincided with the onset of my menstrual cycle. Once I discovered l-lysine, my life changed. I have probably had a handful of outbreaks since. In the past few years, I've switched to oil of oregano, a few drops under the tongue every day then a few drops under the tongue every few days.
What has also helped has been changing my diet. I've cut WAY back on chocolate and caffeine. I've eliminated peanuts completely. There are other foods and ingredients (argenine-rich) that can contribute to outbreaks and immune-suppression in general that I have eliminated as well.
I had a couple of URIs in the past few years. The first is what led me to using oil of oregano; got the second one when I stopped my daily oil of oregano usage due to other health concerns. When I got the second URI, I used a specific brand of aged garlic supplements to cure it.
The supplements also help strengthen immunity so I'm switching to those for continued immune system enhancement. The l-lysine worked well for me but I just feel like the garlic will work better for me overall at this point in my life.
What I've also found is that stress can add to higher occurrences of outbreaks as well as too much friction from "vigorous" or very frequent sex. Coconut oil really helps with the sex issue, both because it's good lubrication (not to be used with most condoms because it will degrade the material! ) and there's something in the coconut oil that fights viruses. (See the entries on genital herpes and coconut oil here on the site.)
My advice to people who are upset about having contracted the virus: get counseling to learn to handle the emotional roller coaster that might come with the diagnosis. Learn how to deal with stress through meditation, prayer, or whatever works.
You are NOT the virus. The virus is just an entity that co-exists in your body. It doesn't have to control your life. I know it's difficult getting the diagnosis but it's better to know you have it so you can take precautions not to pass it on to others.
Monolaurin, L-Lysine
Posted by Stargirl (Fayetteville, Nc) on 04/28/2017
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I've suffered from GH for two years. My outbreaks, although not very sever, would flair up monthly. Sometimes back to back. I've tried most of the remedies recommended on this site, but they mostly aleved the symptoms (ACV, coconut oil), but I wanted to prevent the flair ups; not just aleve the symptoms. After oregano oil caused a HUGE flair up I decided to do some more research and have found the perfect combination for me. I take (2) 990 mg of monolaurin acid along with (2) 500 mg of L-Lysine a day and viola no more flair ups! Monolaurin Acid has been studied and tested . "The monolauric acid essentially disintegrates the herpes virus within its own cell walls." I recommend anyone suffering from this terrible virus to research the effects of momolaurin acid. It really works. Going on 5 months symptom free and I refuse to go back!
General Feedback
Posted by Infected On Purpose (Ok) on 04/19/2017
This is totally my story but we're still together....but he's reminded daily of how lucky he is to have me
L-Lysine, Apple Cider Vinegar, Cayenne
Posted by Riley (Ottawa) on 04/14/2017
Do your research on oil of orgegano and olive leaf extract, oil of oregano actually is the only thing in the world that can cure the herpes virus!
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Nicole (Australia) on 04/11/2017
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I have found something even better. My last outbreak was a BAD one. I had a high fever because of it. I immediately went to the kitchen and took one tablespoon of l-lysine powder mixed with one teaspoon of vitamin c powder and a tablespoon of genuine new Zealand manuka honey mixed into a Luke warm half cup of purified water.
Made a turmeric, chicken and vegetable soup which is all I ate for the next three days and made up a small mixture of manuka honey, turmeric and vitamin c paste which I then slathered on to my entire vagina, I used a sanitary pad to stop the honey leakage and put on black pants (this stuff stains), laid a towel down and put myself to bed for the day while I ate bowls of turmeric, chicken and vegetable soup.
My soreness was completely gone by morning and by the next day I couldn't even tell I'd had an outbreak.
I was amazed. I've suffered for 10+ years, every outbreak lasting 7-12 days.
And now, thanks to my tireless research and trials, I have put together ingredients that cleared my outbreak within 24 hours.
I hope this helps someone.
ACV and Zovirax
Posted by Kat (Austin, Tx) on 04/02/2017
I agree about Genital Herpes not being as bad as most people make it out to be. I got it from my boyfriend in 2012. I had a very bad outbreak (that's how I knew I had it) & luckily had good insurance, although, besides diagnosing me and putting me on Valtrex, there wasn't much they could do.
Since 2012 I have had maybe 1 or 2 pimples/bumps (I wouldn't even call them sores) & I believe this low outbreak is due to me keeping my immune system up. I've tried Lysine & I guess it helps but really, it's about making sure you stay as healthy as possible. I take Tumeric, Vit. D, Omega 3's, Gingko Bibloa, 5 - HTP, & other various herbs that deal with stress and anxiety (valerian, passionflower etc.) I don't always take ALL of these but I intermittently use them. I also have started using Apple Cider Vinegar (Organic) occasionally. I eat organically whenever possible & quit smoking last year. I do occasionally drink alcohol but I have had to cut that back since it lowers my immunity. I try really hard to get into bed by no later than 11 pm & try to sleep at least 8 hours. I could/should start exercising again but MOSTLY for me? It's stress. If I keep my stress levels down? Then I'm good. I also have tried some meditation - nothing that takes more than 10 minutes but it helps. It takes time and persistence and it does NOT happen over night but I have not given it to my last 5 boyfriends (the virus) & I have not had a bump/pimple in about 2 years. Good luck & please do not see this as a dooms day thing. :-)
ACV and Zovirax
Posted by Suzanne (Spartanburg Sc ) on 02/23/2017
I've had genital herpes for 3 years. It's no big deal AT ALL. I've never given it to any of my partners and I've had several great boyfriends since. No one really cares. It's not some nightmare and it's not a life ender. People make it out to seem like that and it's a bunch of BS. 1 out of 5 people have herpes and of those that have it 90% don't even know. Even this page makes it seem like a big deal. Be safe, use protection, always tell your partner before you have sex, and take an anti-viral when you need to. I have one or two minor outbreaks per year. Don't let people scare you.
Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Lynn (Florida) on 02/02/2017
35% hydrogen peroxide can also kill off parasites which can be a little toxic. This may contribute to the stomach feeling upset. Support the kidneys as they filter blood and do a colon cleanse to help remove parasites.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Cherie (Ca) on 01/30/2017
On the h202...how do u prepare it for the skin...would be totally appreciative!!! ...thanks.
EC: Hello,
The poster used a few drops of Food Grade H202 in water and drank it daily. She did not use it externally. Look up more info on Food Grade Peroxide on Earth Clinic here.
Sodium Chlorite
Posted by Hope4cure (Az) on 01/27/2017
I just want to say thank you 1st because you've given me hope. I need to know if I should be taking sodium chlorite while taking albendazole or do I stop for the 8 days?
Thanks
ACV, Flower Remedies, Diet, Tea Tree Soap
Posted by Earth Angel (Usa) on 01/18/2017
No nuts. They are high in arginine, which activates the virus.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Organicswan (Chicago Il) on 12/27/2016
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I think you should tell your spouse. I have had the horrible GH for 2years and since finding out the horrible news I have had multiple boyfriends and partners. Which I tearfully have told them all and crazy thing they are very accepting an comforting about it. I do have to admit I try to eat very healthy and try to maintain a healthy life style with occasional smoking (weed) and drinking but its about the mindset I have had one noticeable outbreak since having my initial outbreak and I took the valtrex continuously for a while too just too keep me from having an outbreak.
Anyhow, the apple cider works but sparingly. I think its best when mixed with something such as peroxide or water. Oh and the best thing if you ever have an outbreak is too put honey on the sores. It helps with the pain and itching. I read somewhere that honey is an antifungal or something like that but it helped me and even if I feel a slight tingle down there I first clean the area with water, dap with a towel or paper towel your choice. Wipe with the area with alcohol and let air dry for a minute then apply ACV then literally a dab of honey and the tingle goes away. But hey everyones body is different.
But to all people my advice is to drink a lot of water, eat raw veggies and if you don't like raw fruits and veggies make a smoothie an add as little of sweetener as possible but I promise you'll notice the difference in a week.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Happy (Arizona ) on 12/21/2016
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I had genital herpes so bad that I was breaking out in sores back to back. I never told my doctor that I had herpes because of the embarrassment and the fact that those findings must be reported to the BOH. My immune system had taken a dive, the lysine use to work, but all of a sudden it stop. The sores were coming out on my buttock, labia, and anus. I started the food grade H202 regimen 16 days ago and have not had further out breaks of herpes. I will continue the treatments for 3-5 months, but in a tapering dose and ending in a maintenance dose. I believe that after 30 days the virus will be totally eradicated, if not before. I'm feeling so much better about myself. I contracted herpes as a child while being raped, but I only broke out once in 25 years. I noticed the increase of outbreaks in the last 2 years. Then in the last 6 months or so they were coming more frequent, until it became back to back, even before a sore healed, more were coming. I was almost at the point where I was being forced to finally tell my PCP, for I knew I needed something to stop the outbreaks, and God brought to my attention the H202. Now I'm feeling clean and can be in a relationship, for I was feeling very lonely, but I couldn't tell anyone and didn't want to spread it. This was God sent, he heard my many cries, even on the 16 day-16 drops, I feel that the virus is more that 90% gone, but I'm only speculating. I just know that there has been no further outbreaks. I'm so happy now, I can have a normal life. Thank you God for the cleansing.
Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Tracy (Florida) on 12/13/2016
Have you retested since finishing the h202 therapy?
Onion Family (Onions, Garlic, Celery, Thyme)
Posted by Tezcurry (Michigan) on 12/07/2016
I newly diagnosed. I'm pretty late on this but I really wanna know how can I do this so I can be cure I wanna know step by step. Can anyone advise a recipe?
Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Monique (Australia) on 12/06/2016
D from Memphis, can you please tell me how you use the peroxide??
