Do you, or a loved one want to get rid of a cold sore? If so, then you will definitely want to read this article before spending another dime on remedies.
To get rid of a cold sore in a timely manner, it helps to know the enemy.
Cold sores are the result of the process of replication of the herpes simplex viruses - type 1 or 2. During the creation of new clones of itself, the herpes virus destroys many nerve cells on the surface of your lip or nostril. Millions of destroyed cells make up the unsightly cold sore ulcer.
The great news is the herpes virus is usually hibernating in the nerve ganglia and not bothering anyone. But, it can wake up quickly and start the process of creating new virus when your physical conditions are right. The triggers that cause cold sores are mental and physical stress.
Change in your body is caused by stress. These changes will provide ideal conditions for virus replication. Some important effects of stress are hormone changes, rapid burning of the B and C vitamins, over-taxing your immune system, and a shift of the acid/alkaline balance toward the acid side.
The body can and will get rid of a cold sore without any help from us. But who wants to suffer for 3 to 4 weeks, when we do not need to?
Here are a few proven tips to get rid of a cold sore in much less time than you may be used to.
1. GIVE THE VIRUS A COLD SHOWER. During the first tingling sensation to the swelling up, the virus is in the process of replicating. If you put ice or any cold object on the area, you will slow or possibly stop the virus from going any further. Makes you feel better too.
2. SWALLOW SOME LYSINE CAPSULES. Lysine and arginine are two protein fractions that have a powerful effect on cold sores. The virus likes arginine because it is a major ingredient in building new virus. The virus does not like lysine because it replaces the arginine in your cells so the virus cannot reproduce. Normal dosage to get rid of a cold sore is 1000 to 4000 milligrams daily.
3. WIPE OUT THE VIRUS INVASION. You will put a huge dent in the virus army by sterilizing the wound with hydrogen peroxide or alcohol. Peroxide is my favorite because it also adds extra healing oxygen. This will help you get rid of a cold sore quickly.
4. COLD SORE VIRUS LOVES ACID. The virus does very well when the body is in an acid state. Take a good vitamin and mineral supplement to help your body stay alkaline and discourage cold sores. Avoid acid foods during a cold sore - vinegar products and tomatoes.
Just a couple of final comments I would like to give you that may help you get rid of that cold sore a little faster.
There is not a person that would not benefit from a daily vitamin and mineral regimen. It will not only protect you from cold sores, but other diseases as well. The B and C vitamins help reduce the effects of stress, and the minerals help keep your body alkaline.
Also, a final word on the ice treatment. Ice works great if used prior to the actual ulcer. After the cold sore opens, then using warmth will get more healing blood to the area. This alone can get rid of a cold sore in half the time.
Good luck. These are just a few of the many powerful tactics proven to get rid of cold sores quickly and safely right now.
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