Genital Herpes is not a medical condition typically associated with diet; however, outbreaks of this painful virus have been linked to two amino acids. While the research is not conclusive, those who suffer from this virus are usually willing to try any remedy that may reduce the frequency and severity of herpes simplex virus outbreaks.
The herpes virus has two forms. Herpes simplex virus 1 is more common and manifests in cold sores or fever blisters that form around the mouth. Herpes simplex virus 2 outbreaks are generally found around the genitals. However, both forms of the herpes simplex virus can result in painful blisters around the mouth or genitals.