1 of 7. Dried Figs. No doubt about it, figs are a superfood. Full of fiber, they are also a great source of copper, potassium, manganese, and pantothenic acid. But when you take the water out of a fig, youâre left with a tiny, toothsome nugget dense in nutrients, fiberâand carbs. Mindlessly pop half a dozen dried figs and youâve just consumed more than 30 grams of carbohydrates!
Treatment for Shingles While there is no specific cure for shingles, early treatment with antiviral medication is important for preventing complications and speeding up the healing process. Common medications used to treat shingles include:
Generally, it's best to avoid alcohol during shingles treatment. Shingles (herpes zoster) is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. An episode of shingles usually heals on its own within a few weeks. However, immediate shingles treatment â often including an antiviral drug, such as acyclovir (Zovirax), famciclovir (Famvir) or valacyclovir (Valtrex) â can reduce pain, speed healing and reduce the risk of complications.