Does anyone have any information on L-Arginine and whether it causes herpes outbreaks in people already infected with the virus?
L-Arginine and STI / STDs?
05/19/2008
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There seems to be enough cause for concern about this connection: L-Arginine is scientifically known to contribute to HSV outbreaks when ingested orally. The jury is still out on topical application. I found the info on this page very helpful for thinking about that: link
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Lilith Desiderata
Does anyone have any information on L-Arginine and whether it causes herpes outbreaks in people already infected with the virus?
05/20/2008
L-Arginine does not *cause* herpes. An imbalance, where Arginine is greater is greater than Lysine, creates a habitat for for herpes, at least the cold sore variety. Both naturally occur in food, and both have their own nutritional values.
Search for "Lysine Herpes" and "L-arginine herpes".
Search for "Lysine Herpes" and "L-arginine herpes".
08/08/2008
Its an amino acid found in food. It also causes vasodilitation - meaning the blood vessels relax and look more "pumped". Body builders take it as a supplement. We also use it in brain injury re-hab along with a few other supplements (like glutamine) because it hastens results of brain healing. It doesn't cause herpes or HPV or shingles, but it can increase the chances of re-activation.
06/26/2009
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Although L-Arginie may be related to outbreaks in people with the herpes simplex virus, it is also believed to be a vasodialator and contributes to blood flow and can aid with erectile dysfunction. Always talk to a doctor before using a product to help with ED. Though L-Arginine is one of the last ingredients listened in the Libido Lift lubricant so it is likely it has a very small content of this protein.
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Innocently Masturbating
L-Arginine does not *cause* herpes. An imbalance, where Arginine is greater is greater than Lysine, creates a habitat for for herpes, at least the cold sore variety. Both naturally occur in food, and both have their own nutritional values.Search for
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L-Arginine does not *cause* herpes. An imbalance, where Arginine is greater is greater than Lysine, creates a habitat for for herpes, at least the cold sore variety. Both naturally occur in food, and both have their own nutritional values.Search for "Lysine Herpes" and "L-arginine herpes".
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On a side note, Lysine can be bought in small tubes as an ointment at a local drug store and, for me, it's the best product for helping get rid of oral herpes (cold sores/fever blisters) faster.
08/13/2010
I have no idea hon. Wish I could help.
08/13/2010
Unfortunately, I can't be much help with the HSV issue.
However, for those afflicted with Epstein-Barr virus, the same increase of Lysine and decrease in L-arginine (both in food intake and supplements), has been proven effective in some and has worked well for me.
However, for those afflicted with Epstein-Barr virus, the same increase of Lysine and decrease in L-arginine (both in food intake and supplements), has been proven effective in some and has worked well for me.
08/13/2010
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