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.
The Recommended Dietary Allowance, or RDA, of vitamin E for adults is 15 milligrams daily, or 22 international units. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, you need slightly more, about 19 milligrams or 29 international units. You can obtain adequate amounts of vitamin E by eating a healthy, well-balanced diet. You might also take vitamin E supplements, but discuss these with your doctor first to decide if they are advisable for you.