Herpes outbreaks can feel random—but your diet might be playing a bigger role than you realize.

In this episode of Herpes Wellness, we break down five common triggers that could be contributing to your symptoms. You’ll learn how certain foods affect the herpes virus, what to watch for, and how to start noticing patterns in your own body. We’ll also talk about natural supplements like L-Lysine and Monolaurin that may help support your immune system and reduce outbreak frequency.

What you’ll learn:

✔️ Why some everyday foods can throw your body off

✔️ The connection between arginine, lysine, and herpes

✔️ How to support your system with the right tools

✔️ The exact supplement combo I recommend (linked below)

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In this episode, Cat Dupree shares how she navigated intimacy in two real-life relationships where only one partner had herpes. From communication and trust to protection and daily antivirals, this episode includes real talk and practical insight.

You’ll Find Out:

• How Cat made it work in a 10-year relationship without antivirals or protection
• What intimacy looks like now with her current herpes-negative partner
• Why there’s no one-size-fits-all method when it comes to sex and herpes
• And how to figure out what works for you Whether you're living with HSV1 or HSV2, dating someone who has it, or just want to learn more—this episode will help you feel more confident navigating intimacy.

Herpes outbreak relief doesn’t always have to rely on medication alone. In this episode, Cat Dupree shares 3 natural supplements that many people with HSV1 and HSV2 use to help reduce symptoms, support the immune system, and prevent future herpes outbreaks. Whether you’re looking for natural herpes remedies, want to take a break from antivirals, or just want to feel more in control of your body—this video offers practical support and clear info on what’s worked for her. These aren’t miracle cures—but they’re tools Cat personally uses when managing herpes symptoms naturally.

Herpes disclosure can feel terrifying—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Cat Dupree shares a powerful, real-world approach to telling someone you have herpes without over-explaining, apologizing, or giving your power away.

Listeners will learn exactly what to say, what not to say, and why staying quiet after disclosure is the most confident move you can make. Whether you're dating with herpes, navigating a new relationship, or just afraid of rejection, this episode offers real talk and practical guidance on how to handle the moment that stops so many people in their tracks.

If you’ve been wondering how to tell someone you have HSV1 or HSV2, this episode is packed with herpes support, dating advice, and mindset shifts that can help you take back control.

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Most people think they’d know if they had herpes—but the signs aren’t always obvious. In this video, Cat Dupree breaks down five subtle but important signs that could point to a herpes infection, even if you’ve never had what most people would consider a “typical” outbreak.

Using her own experience as a guide, Cat explores how HSV1 and HSV2 can show up in ways that are easy to dismiss or misinterpret. From unexplained sensations to symptoms often mistaken for something else, she explains why so many people miss the clues—and how to know when it’s time to speak up and ask for a test.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered:

• What does herpes actually feel like?

• What if I have it and don’t know?

• Can you have herpes without visible symptoms?

• How do I know if it’s a UTI or something else?

Cat also shares how her first confirmed outbreak unfolded—and why the signs were there long before she realized it.

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In this episode, Cat Dupree breaks down the emotional rollercoaster of using herpes dating sites—what helped, what hurt, and what no one is telling you. Cat shares her real story of navigating dating after diagnosis, the limiting beliefs she had to break through, and what finally gave her the freedom to open back up to love. Whether you're living with HSV1 or HSV2, newly diagnosed, or years into your journey, this episode gives you a raw look at how these platforms can offer comfort while quietly reinforcing fear and isolation.

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If you’re pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant, or just found out you have herpes and you’re worried about what that means for your future—this episode is for you.One of our viewers recently reached out with concerns about herpes and pregnancy, and while I’ve never had a baby myself, I knew this was an important conversation to have.

In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree dives into what you really need to know about genital herpes and pregnancy—from the facts about HSV1 and HSV2 during pregnancy to what actually matters when it comes to keeping you and your baby safe.

Whether you’ve been diagnosed with HSV2, experience frequent outbreaks, or just want to understand how herpes might affect your pregnancy journey—this episode is packed with info to help you feel more informed.

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What does it really look like to come out about having herpes? Whether you’re newly diagnosed or still struggling with when to disclose, this episode breaks it down.

In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree shares how she told her now-partner that she has genital herpes—without a script, without a plan, and with a whole lot of nerves. It wasn’t perfect. But it was real. And the response? Not what she expected.

Whether you're living with HSV2, HSV1, genital herpes, oral herpes—or just want to better understand what herpes disclosure looks like—this episode is packed with truth, clarity, and no-BS support.

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What does intimacy look like when herpes is part of the relationship? Whether you have herpes or you're thinking about dating someone who does, this episode breaks it down.

In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree shares what it was like to navigate intimacy in a long-term relationship with someone who had herpes (when she didn’t), and how she approaches intimacy now with a partner who doesn’t have herpes. You’ll learn about the different protection methods available — including daily antivirals, condoms, and why barrier methods aren't always enough — plus how couples can make informed decisions together to reduce herpes transmission.

Cat also gets real about the emotional side: what it means to take responsibility for protecting your partner, without feeling responsible for their choice to be with you. Whether you're living with genital herpes (HSV2), oral herpes (HSV1), or just looking to understand more about what intimacy and herpes actually look like — this episode is packed with facts, perspective, and practical advice.

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Most people with herpes, including those with genital herpes, don’t even know they have it. And yet doctors still refuse herpes testing unless visible symptoms appear.

In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree shares her boyfriend’s real experience with herpes testing and being denied a herpes test—despite full disclosure of an Cat's HSV2 diagnosis—and talks openly about the ongoing issues surrounding herpes testing for HSV1 and HSV2.

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