Colloidal silver is a solution of tiny silver particles suspended in a liquid base. As such, it has been used by people over the years as a remedy for wounds, skin disorders, and other health conditions.
It is important to note that the US Federal Drug Administration (FDA) hasn’t approved colloidal silver for medical use. They warn that the solution shouldn’t be inhaled, consumed, or injected. What’s most, in 1999, the FDA sued several manufacturers over false health claims related to colloidal silver.
Following the FDA’s ruling that products containing this solution aren’t safe or effective, many manufacturers rebranded these products as dietary supplements or homeopathic remedies since they don’t require FDA approval.
Over the centuries, colloidal silver has been promoted as a universal treatment for diseases like tuberculosis, arthritis, herpes, and cancer.
In modern times, products containing this solution are usually sprayed on the skin and some are even taken orally.
Besides what FDA states about this solution, there are still people out there who swear by it and claim it truly helps in treating various conditions.
There are claims that the benefits are as follows:
Antibacterial
Dr. Larry C. Ford documented over 650 different disease-causing pathogens that were destroyed in minutes when exposed to small amounts of silver, according to DrAxe.
Unlike antibiotics, colloidal silver doesn’t cause resistance—a key point, given that over 2.8 million Americans get antibiotic-resistant infections yearly, leading to 35,000 deaths.
Heals Wounds
It is reported by certain studies that colloidal silver speeds up healing, fights infection, and is effective in dressings, gels, and burn creams. That is the reason why it is making a come back in modern times.
Treats Pink Eye
Silver has a long history in treating eye infections. In the past, it was used for newborns. These days, silver hydrosol is a safer option offering the same benefits.
Thanks to its antiviral and antibacterial properties, it is used for treating pink eye by helping eliminate infected cells from the eye.
Fights Inflammation
A study by the NIH showed that inflamed pig skin treated with colloidal silver healed almost completely in 72 hours compared to that of the untreated group.
However, further research needs to be done involving humans.
Early studies on humans suggest that colloidal silver helps reduce swelling and inflammation.
Sinus Infections
A study published in the International Forum for Allergy and Rhinology in 2015 said that silver can be used to control sinus infections, particularly when used as a nasal spray.
Beats the Flu and Cold
In 2011, the NIH made a study involving 100 children under 12 with colds and nasal congestion. One group received silver and beta-glucan, while the other got saline. Both groups improved, but 90% of the silver group experienced full recovery.
Ear Infection
Applying a few drops of this silver solution to your ear may relieve pain and help fight infections.
It is important to note that there’s controversy over colloidal silver risks.
Excessive use of cheap, low-quality products can cause argyria, turning skin blue. When taken properly, however, pure silver hydrosol can offer various health benefits.
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