Mafic is an adjective describing a silicate mineral or rock that is rich in magnesium and iron, and is thus a portmanteau of magnesium and ferric. Most mafic minerals are dark in color, and common rock-forming mafic minerals include olivine, pyroxene, amphibole, and biotite. Common mafic rocks include basalt, dolerite and gabbro.
These green florets are high in vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system. Broccoli may also inhibit the herpes simplex virus from reproducing. 2) According to recent research, cranberries may help to fight infection by the herpes virus, one of the most common viral infections.
It is also suspected that eating foods rich in L-arginine might help the virus survive better. When possible, cut back on foods high in arginine. These include beer, grain cereals, chocolate, seeds, nuts and peas. So the best option is to eat foods high in lysine and low in arginine. But keep in mind that research data suggests that high levels of lysine is more important when it comes to stopping the virus from spreading.