5 Ways to Prevent Herpes Outbreaks

Herpes is such a common virus now, with up to 50% of people within the US having HSV-1 (oral) and 20% of people in the US having the HSV-2 (genital) forms of the virus. Medical researchers are still working at finding a long term cure that will eliminate the virus completely from the body, but for now we can only use effective ways to prevent herpes from reoccurring and to help reduce outbreaks.

Here are a few methods that you can use to help reduce a current outbreak and also to reduce the risk of further outbreaks:

1. Use a cold wet tea bag and apply it to the affected area. The tea contains tannins, which will extract moisture from the skin cells and help the healing process.

2. Applying an essential oil can also help the healing process. Use tea tree and geranium oils as neat, but if you use Melissa or bergamot then these should be diluted, about 5 drops in 2 teaspoons of a carrier oil such as almond oil.

3. Take a natural antiviral capsule such as olive leaf extract to help prevent any outbreaks.

4. Avoid stress. Stress plays a big part in lowering your immune system and when the immune system is low then this is when the virus can break through and cause an outbreak.

5. Eat a varied and healthy diet that is rich in Vitamins C and E, plus also ensure you have zinc and Omega 3's which can be found in foods such as berries, onions and apples.

To make all of the above the most effective you really need to use an expert program that will give you step by step guidance and help you find the best ways to prevent herpes.

One of the best programs available is called the Stop Herpes Now program. It will give you a complete method to follow that will cure you from herpes in as little as a week using all natural resources.