Cold Sores - Foods That Help

Diets high in lysine may reduce the recurrence of cold sores. Lysine is an amino acid that is thought to combat the onset of cold sores by interferring twith the absoption of arginine, an amino acid that is suspected of being necessary for the herpes virus to replicate.

Studies show that antiviral substances found in garlic may be effective in prventing cold sores. Your Cold Sore Food Arsenal

For Lysine

  • Chicken
  • Dairy
  • Eggs
  • Turkey

For Vitamin C

  • Berries
  • Citrus Fruits
  • Kiwifruit
  • Melons

For Zinc

  • Beans
  • Poultry
  • Shellfish
  • Whole Grains

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