Natural Healing For Canker Sores

 

Most people are not aware that canker sores , which are quite painful and can last awhile,  are indicative of other underlying health problems.  They are unrelated to cold sores which are caused by the Herpes Simplex virus and are highly contagious.  Canker sores are unsightly, painful, but non-contagious. Alot of people believe they are triggered or caused by acidic foods.

 

Some underlying health conditions that may lead to canker sores are an impaired immune system due to intestinal dysbiosis, chronic allergy, underlying infections,  nutritional problems, such as vitamin B-12, zinc, folic acid , or iron deficiency; and gastrointestinal tract disease and digestive disorders, such as Celiac disease and inflammatory bowel disorders like Crohn's  disease, even squamous cell cancers.

Obviously, the first step in gaining permanent natural relief from canker sores is establishing the cause be it food sensitivities, infection, vitamin deficiencies or anything else.  A naturopath will be the natural health specialist most likely to help you.

When I am working with clients and treating their underlying health disorders their chronic canker sores stop recurring within 4 to 6 weeks generally as their health improves.  Provided they do not fall into their old ways they continue to be canker sore FREE!

If you are not interested in finding the underlying cause there are still natural remedies that you can try for relief. 

                                                              What to take???

B Vitamins:  Studies of folks with chronic canker sores have shown that they are low in vitamin B-12 and other B vitamins.  B-12 is important for maintaining nerve cells, producing our RNA/DNA  genetic material, forming red blood cells, improving the immune system and more.  All B vitamins help the body withstand stress and perform hundreds of metabolic functions each day.  My preference is Sublingual B-12, and TRI-B by Douglas-FREE shipping on all orders!

Other herbs that have been studied for canker sores are: Lady's Mantle which in a recent study was helpful in healing the sores faster than a placebo.  German Chamomile has been used traditionally as a pain reliever in sufferers but has some allergy and drug interaction complications.

My FAVORITE remedy for canker sores is an ancient Chinese medication called watermelon frost which is made from concentrated watermelon.  In Chinese medicine, cold sores are due to heat in the stomach meridian in the body.  Applied topically, most people experience fast relief.  It is available with FREE shipping right here!  Oh yes and it is only $9.99

 

Other solutions involve bolstering your immune system and digestive tract. Visit our store for suggestions on how to do that.

 

 

Best of Health!

 

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Taryn DeCicco, ND, LAc, LDN

Naturopath

Acupuncturist

Clinical Nutritionist

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Arlington Heights, IL

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