How to Reduce the Likelihood of a Genital Wart Breakout

Proponents of natural health care recommend oils and supplements to help contain and prevent genital wart outbreaks. These results are largely anecdotal; no official medical studies have been done to prove the results. The FDA does not test herbal and dietary supplements for approval so it's impossible to say whether they will work. If you're taking any medications, check with your doctor before adding any supplements to your diet. As with any medication, natural supplements can cause unexpected drug interactions and have adverse side effects.

Instructions

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  Try these herbal supplements to help prevent outbreaks:
  - Echinacea is used to fight infection and stimulate the immune system. Caution: Taken over a long period of time, echinacea can affect white blood cell counts.
  - Siberian ginseng, known also as eleuthero, boosts the immune system. A strong immune system helps to reduce the frequency of genital wart outbreaks.
  - Lysine is an essential amino acid that naturally occurs in food sources. Lysine supplements can help reduce the chances of an outbreak.
  - Products containing propolis are thought to strengthen the immune system. Propolis is a substance that has natural antibiotic properties.

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  Eat foods that are high in lysine. Some good examples are yogurt, cheese, papayas, beets, milk, ice cream, apples, avocados and salmon.

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  Avoid foods that are high in arginine such as chocolate, cola, beer, seeds, peas, soy, gelatin and mollusks.

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  Reduce stress and get more rest. Stress interferes with the body's natural ability to defend itself against infection. A well-rested body is more able to fight infections of any kind.