Colloidal silver refers to small particles of silver suspended in the water. Wondering how silver particles benefit your body? Simple principle underlying the benefits of colloidal silver is that it is capable of attracting dead and weak cells, and puts them into the blood stream and finally eliminated from the body. Colloidal silver was used extensively as an antibiotic, antifungal and antiviral agent. This was widely used prior to invention of prescription antibiotics. The following is a discussion on the benefits of colloidal silver.

Antibacterial action

Colloidal silver is known for its profound antibacterial action. It is also known to act on a variety of bacteria. A rough estimate shows that it can act on around six hundred species of bacteria including the most resistant strain E. coli. Initially, colloidal silver was used to cure typhoid, and later on it was found to cure gonorrhea. An added feature of colloidal silver is that it is free of any side effects.

Antiviral action

The effective action of colloidal silver over virus makes it a potent drug to cure viral flu and colds. An important investigation of great importance is that colloidal silver prevents binding HIV virus to the host cells.

Anti-fungal and anti-yeast action

Colloidal silver was found to give promising results in curing fungal infections. It is used to cure ringworm infections in humans and pets. It can be applied topically to cure the superficial fungal infections and can even be taken internally to prevent anti-bacterial infection.

Antiseptic property

The antiseptic property of colloidal silver is of great importance in preventing wound infections. It is used to wash wounds prior to any treatment. As it does not have any side effects even upon intake, a great number of people use it for gargling to get rid of bad breath caused by the bacteria.

Helps to cure wounds

The above said antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties help to cure wounds very easily by preventing any infection over the exposed area.

Moisturizing activity

Pure colloidal silver gel is used as a moisturizing agent and can be used for regular application over the skin without any side effects. You can even apply it over the face as it is safe to eyes.

Devoid of over dosage effects

Added to the above benefits, the most advantageous feature is that it is devoid of over dosage effects. After a very long period of over dosage, it may lead to side effects that are generally seen with intoxification. However, these symptoms can be easily relieved by intake of plenty of fluids.

Colloidal silver even offers other benefits such as strengthening of immune system and curing digestive disorders.

Despite of the above benefits of colloidal silver, there is a disadvantage. It causes death of useful bacteria along with harmful bacteria. This in turn may lead to new infections if appropriate measures are not taken. Hence, it is recommended to take probiotics which are live bacteria throughout the treatment period. Remember, you need probiotics if you are taking colloidal silver internally.

It is recommended to use colloidal silver only under medical assistance. Especially, pregnant and nursing women should not take colloidal silver without taking advice from a physician.

Rick Missimer

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