Swallow Tattoo. The swallow, as well as bluebirds and sparrows, has always had a symbolic meaning for sailors because these birds were usually the first sign that land was near (before modern navigation technology). A swallow tattoo for a sailor reflected his hope of coming home safely.
1 Supplements: You can reduce the frequency and severity of oral herpes attacks by taking L-lysine as a daily supplement (500-1,000 milligrams a day on an empty stomach). 2  Unfortunately, using lysine does not usually work for genital herpes.
Keep in mind, though, that many diet supplements have vitamin D, so before you take another one, check the labels and let your doctor know what youâre taking. Getting too much vitamin D, especially above 4,000 IU per day, can be dangerous. If you already have osteoporosis, keep in mind that vitamin D and calcium alone are not enough to treat the disease. Youâll need to take them along with other medications your doctor prescribes.