How To Get The Most Of The Benefits Colloidal Silver Offers

By Olivia Cross


These days there are so many claims about fantastic health benefits of various products that ti can be difficult to figure out what might be useful to you. In terms of benefits colloidal silver has a long list too. The difference with this natural product is that it has a long history of proven use to back up the claims.

In the past it was used often in situations of war. Dressing were infused with it to prevent infection in wounds. These days many hospitals still use dressings containing this magical metal. They also use instruments which are coated in silver as infection and contamination decrease when they are used.

Research has shown that it destroys bacteria and prevents more from developing. It is so powerful in this respect it can be used to destroy strains of so-called super bacteria which have developed since the use of disinfectants and anti-bacterial soaps began. These bacteria are a source of fear in many hospitals these days as MRSA and other diseases are increasing. Many healthcare systems have bandages containing silver and coated medical instruments are widely used because they know that the risk of infection is reduced.

Colloidal silver is easy to take and comes in liquid form. It is actually a preparation of purified, ionized water with microscopic silver articles suspended in it. The particles are invisible to the naked eye. The liquid can be used internally or externally to kill harmful germs and bacteria. To get an idea of the best dose fro a particular problem there are lots of websites with instructions from people who have used it and from therapists.

Internally it can be used for many ailments. A few doses as a cold begins should put a quick end to it and some people have reported that it is effective against the flu. Stomach infections and parasites are treatable with silver and it will not destroy the useful gut bacteria in the way that antibiotics can do. It is a useful thing to pack when travelling as it can be used for stomach problems and wounds in case of accidents.

Externally it is often used on wounds and burns. Hospitals still use bandages infused with it on burn victims. This is despite the fact that the medical establishment denies that it has any use for health purposes. They also continue to coat medical instruments in silver because they know that it lower infection rates. Ear and eye infections can be treated by drinking a little of the liquid and applying it externally.

The best documented side effect is called argyria which is a build up of the metal in the body and causes discoloration of the skin and eyes. It is classified as a cosmetic condition. Users should be aware that the body has no need for silver, it is not a dietary requirement and is not used by the body. Ingestion should always be done according to the advice of therapists and manufacturers.

To get the benefits of using colloidal silver it is possible to use it both internally and externally. Many alternative therapists can advise on the best methods and dosage for different conditions. People who are taking prescribed medicines should ask whether the silver will interfere with their medication before using.




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