Prone to annoying (and often unsightly) cold sores? Here are a few tips to prevent recurrences:
•Avoid foods rich in the amino acid arginine: chocolate, cola, beer, grain cereals, seeds, nuts and peas
•Always use a lip balm with at least SPF 15 sunscreen—summer and winter
•Don't kiss or shake hands with anyone who has a cold sore
•Keep your hands clean

Claritin
Formerly available by prescription only, this is a great, non-sedating antihistamine for allergy relief.
Anne, Pharmacist, San Rafael