The 4 Best Home Remedies To Treat Genital Herpes

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection that is spread through genital or oral secretions, mucosal surfaces, or lesions during sexual contact.

Many people with genital herpes have no symptoms, but when they do, the infection appears as sores or blisters on the genital areas, anus, or mouth and causes itching and pain in the affected area.

Herpes lesions usually resolve with treatment, but they can recur periodically.

An estimated 16% of the population has some type of herpes, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States, and many never have symptoms.

Here we will introduce you to more about herpes and share the best home remedies to treat genital herpes naturally.

What is genital herpes?

Genital herpes is, according to information obtained by the United States National Medical Library, the consequence of the infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).

In most cases, the cause is sexual transmission, and it affects both men and women.

Among its most frequent symptoms are itching, burning or pain in the genital area, buttocks, or anus. When detecting blisters or sores on the skin, you should see a doctor as soon as possible.

Left untreated, herpes can lead to more serious illnesses in the long term, such as chickenpox or facial paralysis.

In addition to medical treatment, an additional help from these natural and home remedies will surely help alleviate the effects of herpes.

Home remedies

1. Brewer’s yeast

Brewer’s yeast is an excellent health food that many people take daily as a nutritional supplement.

Among its nutritional wealth, it stands out for its content of B vitamins.

• Thanks to these nutrients, this superfood balances the nervous system, as confirmed by this research carried out by the Virgen de la Arrixaca Clinical Hospital in Murcia (Spain), which is also closely related to herpes outbreaks.
• In addition, brewer’s yeast benefits us because it contains lysine. This amino acid has the virtue of helping to  delay the growth of the virus and prevent recurrent outbreaks, according to this study carried out by the University of Indiana (United States).

To benefit from brewer’s yeast we must consume it daily. We can mix it with any food or drink  as it has a very pleasant toasted flavor.

2. Baking soda and niaouli oil

Niaouli ( Melaleuca viridiflora) essential oil stands out for its great power to fight infections, as stated in this study carried out by the University of Western Australia, as well as to promote skin regeneration.

For this reason, it is one of the best oils to prevent and fight herpes.

In addition, when combined with baking soda, we get a remedy that, supposedly, would relieve itching and keep the skin’s pH in balance.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of baking soda (9 g)
• 5 drops of niaouli essential oil
• ½ glass of warm water (100 ml)

Elaboration and application

• We will mix the ingredients so that they are well diluted.
• It should not be applied topically, as it could be irritating. Taking it as an infusion is better, but always after consulting with the doctor.

3. Coconut and ravintsara oil

Another excellent combination for our genital herpes remedies is coconut oil with ravintsara ( Cinnamomum camphora ) essential oil .

Thanks to its lauric acid content, coconut oil fights all types of pathogens and has proven to be a powerful antifungal, according to this research from the University of Iceland.

This virtue is further enhanced with ravintsara oil, which according to this study by the Jeju National University of Korea, has properties that help relieve inflammation and irritation.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon of extra virgin coconut oil (15 g)
• 10 drops of ravintsara essential oil

Elaboration and application

• We will mix both oils and take them in a tea.

4. Olive oil and propolis

Another very simple but also effective home remedy is the mixture of olive oil and propolis:

• Olive oil deeply nourishes and is anti-inflammatory, according to this study conducted by Deakin University (Australia).

• Propolis is a natural antibiotic that fights fungi, viruses and bacteria, as stated in this research carried out by the KPC Medical College and Hospital (India). It also favors the healing of skin lesions and improves their healing.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (16 g)
• 3 drops of alcohol-free propolis extract

The green propolis from Brazil is one of the most healing varieties known.

Elaboration and application

• We will mix the two ingredients and we will make a delicious tea, which can be consumed once a day and which is also very tasty.