HSV Remedy Reviews

Homeopathic medicines are derived from a medical system developed in Germany over 200 years ago, based on the principle that "like cures like." Meaning "...disease can be cured by a substance that produces similar symptoms in healthy people." (NCCIH).

Medical doctors often treat herpes with antiviral drugs and steroids. While antiviral prescription drugs should be reserved for acute infections, they are available and prescribed by medical doctors to just about anyone who wants to try them. Antiviral prescription drugs are believed to lower the ability of the virus to multiply in your body, thereby reducing your symptoms, but there can be terrible side effects. 

Using silver as a natural remedy for the Herpes Simplex Virus is a controversial and somewhat perplexing approach. Does it work? Many people say it does. Silver is touted to protect against and remedy conditions caused by viruses and bacteria. 

Raw honey is about 82% sugar (approximately 40% fructose and 30% glucose with some maltose and sucrose) and contains antioxidants, trace vitamins, and minerals. It also includes phenols, enzymes, flavonoids, and organic acids derived from regurgitative processes.

There seems to be confusion over precisely what Manuka oil is. Manuka oil is not the same as, nor is it made from, Manuka honey. Manuka oil is extracted from the Manuka tree, particularly from the leaves and small branches. Manuka oil is antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal, and is ten times stronger than tea tree essential oil. But does it work against HSV?

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Vitamin C is a virucide (antiviral). It may help alleviate herpes-related symptoms naturally because it is a potent immune booster. It also helps to prevent colds and the flu. Vitamin C helps to regulate histamine in the body. Histamine is released in response to stress, inflammation, and infection, and is known to trigger the herpes virus (and vice versa). As a result, a vitamin C deficiency can lead to more frequent and severe herpes outbreaks, as well as increased susceptibility to colds and the flu. However, avoiding taking typical vitamin C supplements containing ascorbic acid (especially in high doses) is essential when living with the herpes virus.

Aloe vera gel (Acemannan) is a complex polysaccharide found in the inner leaf gel of the aloe plant, which contains many nutritional qualities and is immensely responsible for all of the health benefits that the aloe vera plant provides. Scientific research has shown that aloe vera gel supports the immune and digestive systems and may help put HIV and HSV into remission. But does it?

Echinacea has white to bright pink petals and a dark reddish-orange center. It is in the Daisy family. Echinacea gained popularity in the United States in the 1800s and in Germany in the 1920s. Echinacea is often used to support the immune system in treating colds, the flu, and other illnesses, infections, and conditions. But does it work to put herpes in remission?

Peppermint is commonly used as a flavoring in food and beverages, including tea. Peppermint oil is purported to be a topical remedy for HSV-1 and HSV-2. But does it work to put herpes in remission?

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), which resembles a toasted, brown, warped pancake in its natural state, is a mushroom used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to enhance immune function and combat specific viruses, including influenza and Avian and Swine flu.

Kombucha is a type of tea said to originate in China. It is fermented and touted as beneficial for boosting the immune system because it is a good source of probiotics. It also contains a healthy amount of antioxidants. Many people claim that it helps relieve herpes symptoms. But does it?

Apple cider vinegar is a potent antibacterial and antiviral agent that helps kill microorganisms effectively, but can it help ​put the Herpes Simplex Virus in remission? Yes! It can!