Bell's palsy is a relatively common condition that can present in a variety of ways. The face may droop at the eyes, nose, or mouth. The face may droop on one or both sides. It can last only temporarily or for many years. Sometimes it is very painful, and other times there is no feeling at all. Sometimes Bell's palsy affects more than just the face, which puzzles doctors. Often, when this happens, the person with this condition is misdiagnosed as having multiple sclerosis (MS) . Unfortunately, these diagnoses are just names given to a set of symptoms that are still a mystery to the medical community.
The true cause of both Bell’s palsy and MS is unknown to medical science and research, and therefore, they do not know how to effectively treat these health problems. Anthony William was the first person to point out that Bell’s palsy is a viral problem – specifically, Bell’s palsy is caused by a specific undiscovered strain of the herpes zoster virus . The medical community is still not aware of this truth. If you or a loved one has suffered or is currently suffering from Bell’s palsy, you now have the answer to the question of what causes this condition, and the information we share with you here can help you take steps towards recovery or preventing further health problems caused by the same virus.
The herpes zoster virus
Only one type of herpes zoster virus is known to medical research and science. If someone gets a rash that is red and painful, that is considered classic shingles, and it is very easy to diagnose. However, there are 31 undiscovered types of shingles, which Anthony William reveals in his book The Medium Healer . Sometimes the virus does not manifest as a rash at all. Or someone may have a type that develops a rash but may have other mysterious symptoms that the medical community does not know are also caused by the herpes zoster virus. In some cases, the virus will not cause a rash, but will manifest as Bell's palsy. In a small number of cases, it is possible for a person with Bell's palsy to also develop a shingles rash, but in most cases there will be no rash.
The type of herpes zoster virus that causes Bell's palsy probably won't be discovered for another 30 to 40 years. And if the current trend of medical and scientific research focusing solely on genes continues, the cause of Bell's palsy may never be discovered. This, along with the fact that in medical circles, shingles is still only recognized by its characteristic rash, is why patients often don't hear about shingles when they visit their doctor or health care provider with Bell's palsy and many other symptoms. This particular type of virus usually attacks the trigeminal or facial nerves, which are the nerves responsible for facial sensation and motor functions such as biting and chewing, and the weakness known as Bell's palsy is not the only thing the virus can cause.
Because the virus doesn't always hit its target, it can also affect the gums, teeth, and mouth, and can even cause ear pain. The virus often affects different parts of the nerves or misses the nerves in the face altogether. Many people go to the dentist to find a solution to their mouth pain, which leads to tooth extractions, only to find that the pain hasn't improved and the teeth didn't need to be extracted at all. This is a classic example of how the shingles virus could be to blame. Dentists these days are a little more cautious when patients come in with pain in their gums, teeth, and mouth because they've learned from their past mistakes of compromising the integrity of their teeth when it wasn't necessary.
When this variant of the herpes zoster virus gets right into the nerves, it causes Bell's palsy. These nerves are connected to the brain and are many in number, located very close to each other. When one nerve is affected, it can affect the neighboring ones, leading to additional symptoms that can even resemble a stroke.
Treatment of Bell's palsy
Below are some steps you can take not only to recover from Bell's palsy, but also to prevent it from happening again. Sometimes, if you have had Bell's palsy once, it can come back because the virus is still active in the person's body. For this reason, it is helpful to take these steps even if you do not currently have Bell's palsy.
Additionally, the herpes zoster virus , which causes Bell's palsy, can cause many other symptoms and conditions if the virus is left untreated, so if you or a loved one has had Bell's palsy or any of the symptoms and conditions listed below, it would be helpful to make the dietary adjustments and nutritional supplements that we share in this article. Other symptoms that herpes can cause include various types of rashes, neurological symptoms such as tremors, numbness, burning, spasms, chronic migraines and headaches, frozen shoulder, diabetic nerve pain, colitis, vaginal burning, TMS, joint pain, muscle pain, neck pain, sciatica, sharp nerve pain, burning nerve pain, palpitations, etc. The medical community is completely unaware that these symptoms are the result of one or more of the many varieties of the herpes zoster virus.
To cure shingles, there are certain foods to avoid, as well as certain foods and supplements that help suppress and kill the virus. Let’s take a look at some of them now. For more information about the shingles virus, its many varieties, and how to cure yourself of the symptoms and conditions it causes, read the book “The Medium Healer.”
Foods to avoid
Eggs are one of the most important foods to avoid because they are fuel for viruses. When you eat eggs, you are giving the shingles virus fuel to continue to multiply. Medical research is still not clear on whether viruses eat, so you may hear medical practitioners claim that viruses don’t eat anything at all. This is a misconception and another classic medical error. Many of today’s modern medical diets will tell you to avoid potatoes, which are actually good for killing the herpes virus. At the same time, they will recommend that you eat lots of eggs, which will actually feed the virus along with many other viruses responsible for so many different illnesses and symptoms. The truth is that eggs are the number one food that viruses feed on. If you want to cure Bell’s palsy, it would be beneficial to stay away from eggs altogether.
Dairy products and pork are other foods to stay away from, mostly because of their high fat content. I know high-fat diets are popular these days, but they are bad for anyone with Bell's palsy. When your diet includes too much fat, your blood thickens and doesn't allow oxygen to reach your nerves. A fatty diet also prevents your immune system from doing its job of fighting off the virus that's attacking your nerves. It's helpful to reduce your fat intake, whether you're on a plant-based diet or include animal foods on a daily basis. If you're on a vegan diet, it's important to reduce the amount of oils, nuts, seeds, coconut, and avocados you eat. And if you do eat animal protein, try to limit it to once a day or a few times a week, and choose the highest quality sources of pure protein possible. I know that chicken is generally considered a clean protein, but chicken is best limited because it is too high in fat for someone trying to fight Bell's Palsy. If you live in a place where eating animal foods is your only option, try to reduce your portion sizes of meat and increase your vegetable intake, along with getting in whatever fruit you can during the day. Since fruit is unfairly feared more than ever today - a topic we cover in the article "The Truth About Fruit" and which you can read about in the special chapter "The Truth About Fruit" in the book "The Medium Healer" - listening to this may contradict the modern eating system you have adopted. If this is the case, it is important to understand that this is what will kill the virus that causes Bell's Palsy and help you restore your health. When you know the true cause of your symptoms and conditions, then your diet should be adjusted to address them, regardless of what dietary belief system you hold.
Learn more about these foods and other important foods to avoid in the book "Healing Your Thyroid."
Foods to include in your diet
The good news is that there are many secret antiviral weapons in foods that will help you heal and prevent Bell's palsy. Fruits are the first food you should focus on. Any fruit you eat will help you fight the shingles virus because the phytochemicals in fruits are antiviral. Potatoes are another secret weapon you should include in your diet. Potatoes are loaded with the extremely powerful bioactive L-lysine, which suppresses and reduces the activity of the virus. It is also beneficial to include plenty of green leafy vegetables such as red leaf lettuce and rosemary daily. Eat a cucumber and tomato salad with cilantro, parsley, sage and rosemary. Yes, tomatoes. You should not be afraid of fresh tomatoes, regardless of what you hear about them. If you think tomatoes are not good for you, then you are mistaken. Garlic and onions are excellent antivirals that protect you from the shingles virus, as are cumin and turmeric. Drinking fresh, pure celery juice is a great way to send healthy mineral salts to your nerve endings. Red clover flower tea is a great drink to include in your diet because of its strong antiviral properties. You can learn more about some of the best foods for shingles and Bell's palsy in Anthony William's book "The Most Beneficial Foods."
It is also important to remove heavy metals from your body and brain when you have Bell’s palsy. The shingles virus, like all viruses, feeds on heavy metals such as copper, mercury, aluminum, lead, nickel, steel, and more. By reducing the amount of heavy metals in your body, the shingles virus will have less fuel to multiply and cause symptoms such as Bell’s palsy and more. Check out Anthony William’s recipe for a heavy metal detox smoothie . There are five specific foods in this recipe that are designed to pull heavy metals from your body. These foods are spirulina , barley grass juice extract powder , Atlantic dulse , wild blueberries , and cilantro. Include these five foods within 24 hours of each other to safely and properly remove heavy metals from your body. This is the most effective heavy metal detox protocol available. You can find the recipe in the book “The Healer Medium” or on our blog .
While we are on the subject of heavy metals, I want to share an important truth about mercury fillings. Many people want to have their mercury amalgams removed, but you should know that removing all of your mercury fillings at once can be dangerous because it will release mercury into your bloodstream that was previously not causing any problems. The shingles virus will then feed on the mercury and cause more problems. This can lead to the development of Bell's palsy. If you have decided to have your mercury fillings removed because one of them is broken or disintegrating, be careful to remove them one at a time, with an interval of several months or longer between each removal. This is the safest way to do it.
Nutritional supplements for treating Bell's palsy
This is a list of supplements that Anthony William recommends for those seeking to recover from Bell’s Palsy. To see which brands he recommends, check out the supplement directory on his website – https://www.medicalmedium.com/preferred/supplements . You can find many of these supplements in our online store at prirodnik.com . If you wish, consult your doctor to decide what dosages of these supplements are right for you.
L-lysine disrupts the ability of herpes zoster virus cells to move and reproduce.
Liquid zinc sulfate reduces inflammatory responses to the neurotoxin produced by the herpes zoster virus.
Licorice root tea and tincture are very effective at disrupting the ability of viral cells to move and multiply.
Lemon balm kills and repels viruses.
Curcumin reduces nerve swelling caused by the neurotoxins of herpes zoster.
Elderberry syrup strengthens the immune system.
Monolaurin kills viruses.
B12 with adenosylcobalamin and methylcobalamin restores and strengthens areas
of the nervous system that have been damaged by the virus.
Goldenseal strengthens the immune system.
Spirulina supports the health of the central nervous system and is extremely important for removing heavy metals that viruses feed on.
Barley grass juice extract powder is also crucial for removing heavy metals along with spirulina, which helps prevent the multiplication of viruses like herpes zoster .
Hyssop tea is a powerful antibacterial herb that helps fight the bacteria that commonly accompany the shingles virus.
Thyme tea is a powerful antiviral tonic that is essential for shingles.
Oregano oil is a great antiviral that helps the body detoxify poisons.
Cat's claw tincture suppresses the herpes zoster virus, which is one of the viruses responsible for the symptoms of Lyme disease. You will learn more about Lyme disease in the book "The Medium Healer" .
Cat's claw leaf tincture has strong antiviral properties that make it a powerful remedy for treating the herpes zoster virus.
L-glutamine removes toxins from the brain and protects neurons.
How to move forward
Taking these steps we've outlined above can be helpful in healing Bell's palsy that first appeared years ago, Bell's palsy that is current or recent, and even preventing it from occurring at all. They will also help you minimize, prevent, or recover from other symptoms caused by shingles . If you feel overwhelmed by making changes to your diet and supplements, take your changes one step at a time and work your way up. Over time, try to incorporate as many of these antiviral foods as possible.
