Have you had good results from Colloidal Silver?

Answer 1

Colloidal silver is extremely dangerous.

The ingestion of silver can lead to a permanent skin problem called argyria.

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Answer 2

Honestly I had no results with colloidal silver. I had a cold that wasn't letting go. I used the colloidal silver but nothing seemed to happen. I can't say it won't work for someone else, it just didn't work for me.

Answer 3

I have had good results from colloidal silver! I have used it for strep throat and various other things. You can take up to 7 teaspoons a day for 70 YEARS before it would cause any adverse effects! Its like anything else moderation!!! If you moderate your intake of anything it is better there is no miracle drug,herb or cure! Good health comes from a combination of things not just one or two things. In my opinion you should only use the Silver when it is needed and not take it every day. Taking vitamins everyday helps and extra Vit C helps too. Especially since we don't store it and it is something our body uses to fight off infections!

Answer 4

Colloidal silver is a colloid of silver particles in water. It has antimicrobial properties and was, in the past, used on external wounds and burns to prevent infection. Some claim that it is a beneficial nutritional supplement and a powerful antibiotic, although this is disputed. As with many of the claims made for this product, there is no scientific proof of its efficacy as a treatment for illnesses such as anthrax following bio-terror alerts.

The ingestion of colloidal silver in large quantities or over a long period of time carries a high risk of argyria, a condition in which the skin turns permanently blue-gray.

Colloidal silver is toxic. Oral LD50 values for mice reported for colloidal silver are 100 mg/kg.

Continued ingestion of high doses (more than 1 gram of accumulated silver, or 5 mg per day) of colloidal silver may result in argyria, a rare condition causing a permanent discoloration of the skin.

Argyria is not a serious or fatal condition. While the skin discoloration may be confused for other conditions, there are no physiologic implications for the patient.

Almost all known cases of argyria resulted from exposure to or use of silver oxide or silver nitrate.[citation needed] One of the few confirmed cases of argyria caused by colloidal silver is that of Stan Jones, a Montana Libertarian candidate for the U.S. Senate in 2002 and 2006, who overdosed on colloidal silver. Mr. Jones' colloidal silver was a home-prepared solution which he began taking in 1999 due to fears of antibiotics being unavailable due to "Y2K" bug problems.

Advocates of colloidal silver claim it to be a useful supplement to their diet, providing them with improved health and well being and (among other things) a low incidence of colds and flu. They also assert that, under careful use (one teaspoon of 5ppm concentrate every 1 to 3 days) of properly produced (5parts per million) colloidal silver, argyria is virtually impossible. These claims are anecdotal, and have not been confirmed by scientific study.

Colloidal silver can be used to keep drinkable water potable over a long period. It is also used externally for health benefits.

Silver has been used as a topical antiseptic for minor burns for more than 100 years . High concentrations of colloidal silver kill bacteria and the topical, or external, use of colloidal silver to kill microbes is well established. Though colloidal silver was a prescribed treatment in the U.S. Navy's corpsman's manual until 1973, the use of colloidal silver was discontinued due to the rare but serious risk of argyria, a non-reversible condition. For this reason and others -- the extraordinarily broad claims made for the product -- its use as an ingested medication remains controversial.

Answer 5

Were you aware that the body requires around 90 nutrients, with colloidal silver being only one? As with everything, balance is the key. Also, are you aware of the harmful ingredients found in our every day products like shampoo, cosmetics and toothpaste? If you would like to learn more about safe products (not just nutritionals but personal care, home care, skin care etc) please email me directly at [e-mail]. I am aligned with a research and development company that produces safe, toxin free products.

Answer 6

YES, I take it orally and I use it as eye drops too....everyday! For minor cuts, I apply it topically. Been using it since 2003 (recommended by a doctor/friend). And I'm very satisfied with it. The brand I use is from Life Force International (San Diego, CA). I don't want to sound like I'm endorsing their products, so just check their website and judge for yourself.

Here's to everyone's good health...CHEERS!

Answer 7

i had a friend with lymphatic cancer, he went through chemo and it didnt help... as a last ditch effort, he went on colloidial silver, and wether it was just the drugs, or that stuff, he went into remission. he stayed that way for quite a long time, could be still for all i know.

Answer 8

I used it temporarily and it cleared up a bladder infection, BUT, I'd look into the harmful potential as other people have suggested.

Answer 9

thankfully i have been blessed with good health and a strong constitution so the need has never arisen, my best friend who does wildlife rehab swears by it and she has cured many animals i never thought would make it.