Red Marine Algae has exhibited documented results in controlling and reducing herpes viruses. The sulfated polysaccharides in Red Marine Algae support the immune system's antiviral response. People are natural hosts for five herpes viruses: Herpes Labialis - Oral Cold Sores - Type I Genitalia Herpes - Genital Herpes - Type II Varicella-Soster Virus - Shingles Epstein Barr - Mononucleosis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Cytomegalovirus Current Modes of Treatment Up until now there has been no long term relief for chronic sufferers of herpes infections. Acyclovir, the drug of choice by the medical community, and L-lysine, the natural approach, provide short-term suppression of herpes symptoms. Unfortunately, both Acyclovir and L-lysine have known side effects. Red Marine Algae has been shown to support the body's specific immune response to control and reduce the Herpes Simplex Virus population. Pure Planet has combined the two superfoods, Red Marine Algae and Spirulina, to provide a broad spectrum of nutrients which are rapidly assimilated and absorbed into the body. They provide complete protein with all the essential amino acids, an abundance of vitamins, minerals and trace elements and an extensive fatty acid profile. These nutrients provide the building blocks for all the major metabolic processes of the body, including energy and enzyme production and rebuilding and enhancing the immune system. Other Benefits In addition to antiviral properties, Red Marine Algae and Spirulina have been useful in weight-loss, lowering cholesterol and fat in the blood, detoxifying and counteracting degenerative conditions.