Anti-Herpes Diet

The key is to optimize the Lysine to Arginine ratio. These are two amino acids found in foods. High arginine foods will increase your risk of getting herpes sores while high lysine foods will decrease your risk. Foods to eat Fish - poached, baked or broiledCalves liver - occasionallyEggs - poached, soft boiled, not friedBrewers Yeast - 1 tbsp dailyYogurt - 1 cupful dailySkin Milk or Cottage Cheese, lowfatPlenty of fresh fruits and vegetables (except Brussel sprouts) Foods to avoid Nuts - almonds, cashews, peanutsBrussel sproutsChocolateGelatinCookies, cakes, ice creamFatty meats and fried foodsRefined carbohydratesSugar