What vitamins are lacking when you have a cold sore? Understanding the nutritional connection
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Millions of people worldwide suffer from cold sores, which are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) and can be triggered by a weakened immune system. A common question is **what vitamins are lacking when you have a cold sore?**, with research highlighting key vitamin deficiencies that can compromise the body's defenses and increase outbreak frequency.
