I can honestly say this is the most painful illness I've ever had and depending on what sources you read, it could last anything from 2-5 weeks, or longer in cases with complications. Just a quick google of the symptoms gives you some idea of how bad the pain can be... it's one the biggest causes of pain related suicide, and I can understand why. It's relentless, with no … [Read more...]
Top 10 blog posts in 2015
It's not quite all about cold sores, eczema etc It's that time of year when we make resolutions and reflect on the challenges and achievements of the previous year. I did a bit of analysis on the most popular blog posts from last year and these are the top 10... whoops, there appear to be eleven, but let's keep them all in... Do’s and Don’ts for fighting cold sores How … [Read more...]
Testing Herstat propolis on cold sores – it works
Recently I have been testing propolis cold sore ointment from Herstat on a cold sore that crept up on me in the night. I have been using their LipCare Stick as a preventative measure but you know when you feel that tingling just when you're dozing off to sleep? You know you should get up, find the ointment and apply a good dose immediately but you're so nice and cozy in … [Read more...]
The secrets behind how propolis fights cold sores
What is propolis? Honeybees make propolis using resins they gather from plants. They chew the resins, drawing out beneficial plant extracts and mix them with their saliva, which they then combine with wax produced from glands on their abdomens. This results in the production of propolis, which contains a concentrated mixture of polyphenols and flavonoids.Bees use this … [Read more...]
Why you should NEVER pop a cold sore
This is just a really quick blog post about cold sores. I keep getting asked on my original cold sore blog, "The Do's and Don'ts of cold sores", 'should I pop a cold sore?'The answer? Is NO. Nope. Never. Just don't do it. Apart from it being very painful cold sores are also extremely contagious and can spread if you pick them. I know some people do find relief from popping … [Read more...]