Cold Sores vs Herpes: Are They the Same?

Cold sores vs herpes—what’s the real difference? While most people think cold sores are harmless, they’re actually caused by the herpes simplex virus. This article explains how HSV-1 and HSV-2 are connected, the truth behind oral and genital herpes, and why Ayurveda offers a deeper, root-cause cure beyond antiviral suppression.
Is Herpes an STD?

Is Herpes an STD? This question opens the door to deeper truths. Herpes, often mislabeled, is a neuroviral condition linked not only to sexual transmission but also to systemic immune imbalances. Ancient mineral therapies like Gandhak Rasayan and Swarna Bhasma have shown promise in managing HSV, CMV, EBV, and even persistent HPV, offering a multi-targeted, immune-restoring alternative to drug suppression.