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Question: Unfortunately, I’m prone to cold sores. Are there any natural remedies you would recommend? BY Rebecca Laske 16 September, 2008 – 12:33 Answer: Cold Sores are caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). There are two types of herpes simplex virus; type 1 and type 2. HSV-1 is the first type of Herpes Simplex Virus and generally infects [...]

Cold sores and Alzheimer’s Disease are linked by new research. A recent study published in the journal Neurobiology of Ageing has found the same gene is common to both cold sores and Alzheimer’s. The findings from researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Centre in the US show that the particular form of the gene [...]

The severity of cold sores and the duration of cold sores are reduced more by a lip balm containing an extract of liquorice than most conventional cold sore treatments, according to a new study. 11 June, 2008 Treatments for cold sores are normally gels and creams which are applied after the cold sores have appeared. [...]

Cure for Cold Sores – Scientists may have finally found a way to wipe out the herpes virus and cure cold sores for good, putting an end to recurring skin conditions such as cold sores, genital herpes and shingles. Researchers believe they may have found a cure for cold sores. The researchers at Duke University [...]

A   liquorice balm containing an extract of  liquorice could help prevent cold sores, according to a new study. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus which effects over 30 million people in the UK. Liquorice contains high levels of Glycyrrhizic Acid, which research shows has strong anti-viral actions. When applied to the [...]

What are Cold Sores? Symptoms, and nutritional and natural treatments. BY Bruce Shane 6 July, 2007 Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. The first cold sores usually occur in childhood. The virus infects through the moist ‘inner’ skin that lines the mouth. It is commonly passed on by skin contact such as kisses from [...]