Lets first understand a little bit about Herpes. Herpes is a viral disease caused by both herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2). Infection with the herpes virus is categorized into one of several distinct disorders based on the site of infection. Oral herpes, the visible symptoms of which are colloquially called cold sores or fever blisters, infects the face and mouth. Oral herpes is the most common form of infection. Genital herpes, known simply as herpes, is the second most common form of herpes.
There are many home remedies that can help you fight herpes and the cold sores that come along with the disease. Once you learn how to go about making lemon balm oil, tincture and ointment, you can use these in treating the disease. You need to know about the benefits of the many ingredients first.
Garlic
Garlic has numerous health benefits though its pungent taste and smell can put anyone off. Garlic is loaded with anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties which are useful for the treatment of herpes. It’s a powerful immune booster and a natural antioxidant.
Get hold of a clove or two of garlic and have them crushed into lukewarm water and just gulp the juice down twice a day on an empty stomach. For some having it on an empty stomach can be upsetting. This works as a natural detoxifier for the body’s system. You can also cut a clove of garlic into half, eat one half and use the other half to apply its juices on the affected parts using gentle rubs. Your skin may sting a little but it’s worth the trouble. Avoid this if you have sensitive skin.
Melissa Officinalis or Lemon Balm
The herb Melissa officinalis or lemon Balm, as its better known as is an excellent herb used in the treatment of colds caused by herpes. Lemon balm is grown extensively in Asia and is considered as an elixir for the soul and body.
The herb is loaded with anti viral properties. Lemon Balm has a number of components that work in tandem to prevent the herpes viruses from infecting the cells in the body .It contains 'polyphenols' that are useful in fighting the herpes simplex virus, shortening the duration of the cold sores, reduces their further outbreaks and provides relief. Lemon balm cream can be easily prepared at home and used a topical application for herpes.
Procedure for Making Lemon Balm Ointment
Lemon balm ointments are made by heating the herbs with oils or fats. Ointments are most beneficial for application on affected parts as they provide protection to affected areas. Paraffin wax or jelly is the base that’s commonly used. These ointments should be placed in dark jars of glass and they have a shelf life of three months. The ointment or balm needs to be applied at least four times every day.
- 50 g of paraffin wax or petroleum jelly
- Glass jug
- Jelly bag
- 6g of lemon herb (dried)
- Pan containing boiling water
- Rubber gloves
- 50g to 100g capacity dark glass jars that are sterilized.
In a glass bowl, melt 50g of soft paraffin wax or petroleum jelly that’s been placed on a pan of boiling water. To this base add 6g of dried herb or if you prefer using fresh herbs then 15g would be perfect. Allow this to simmer for 15 minutes, and ensure that you stir continuously.
Secure a jug with jelly bag and pour contents into it. Put on rubber gloves to squeeze out the maximum ointment or balm. The molten balm is poured into sterilized glass jars immediately to prevent it from setting in the jug itself. Secure tightly with lids after its completely cooled, label and store in a cool dark place.
Procedure for Making Infused Oil (Lemon Balm)
- 7.5ml of sunflower or olive oil
- 2.5g of lemon herb (dried) or 5g of leaves of the herb
- A pan filled with boiling water
- Glass jug
- Glass Bowl
- Glass bottles used for storing (preferably dark)
- Cheese Cloth
Leave fresh herbs or dried herbs of lemon balm in sunflower or olive oil and place them inside a bowl. Place it over the pan of boiling water like a double boiler. Allow the contents to simmer on gentle heat for two to three hours placing a lid for cover.
Allow to cover after it’s simmered for required time. Allow it to cool and, using a cheese cloth, filter the contents into a glass bowl and then pour into sterilized glass bottles. Label and store this for a period of around 12 months. It will have maximum potency for six months. You can apply this oil on all affected parts.
Procedure for Making Tincture (Lemon Balm)
- Funnel
- Glass Jar
- Cheese cloth that’s unbleached or winepress
- 30g fresh chopped lemon balm herbs and 20 grams of dried lemon herbs
- 100 ml of 35 to 40% rum or vodka
Take the glass jar, fill it with rum or vodka and place herbs in it, allow for some soaking. Label the jar after closing it tightly. This prevents the liquid from evaporating. Give it a good shake for one to two minutes. Leave this for 14 days in a cold dark place and make sure that you repeat the shaking part daily for two minutes. At the end of two weeks, strain the contents using a cheese cloth or wine press, and store in bottles. Apply this tincture four times daily on the affected parts. The home remedies are extremely effective in curing the cold sores that herpes brings, and they are wholly natural remedies that have zero side effects.
These home remedies like ointments and tinctures are extremely effective in curing the cold sores that herpes brings, and they are wholly natural remedies that have zero side effects. Although such treatment methods cannot remove the virus wholly from the body, they can help in reducing the severity and the frequency of Herpes outbreaks in affected individuals.
