Colloidal silver has long been promoted by alternative medical sources as a cure for many diseases and disorders, including, diabetes, herpes, HIV, and now, COVID-19. But there is no proof silver is helpful for these conditions. In fact, it can be harmful.
Colloidal Silver is a dietary supplement in which silver particles are suspended in a liquid. Advocates boast of this mineral’s cure-all properties: it’s been hailed as an immune system booster, fights bacteria and viruses and treats cancer and many other disorders.
Advocates also warn that humans are suffering from a “silver deficiency.”
Silver, however, is not an essential nutrient, so we can’t be deficient in it. Silver has no biological use in the human body.
Colloidal Silver has been used externally as an effective antibacterial and antiviral. It’s sometimes used to make and sterilize medical equipment and is well known throughout history for killing bacteria in water stored in silver vessels. But don’t get external use confused with internal use.
We don’t know enough about using Colloidal Silver internally. And we are all different: you likely have no idea of your tolerance level. At the very least, you may risk turning your skin bluish grey, a condition known as argyria due to silver compounds deposited in the skin (you can’t undo this, by the way). At the very worst, you may risk kidney failure and death.
If you are seeking an antiviral and antibacterial to lower your risk of illness, eat better. Food is medicine. We need to break away from our “pop-a-pill-or-take-a-potion” mentality. Choosing from a wide variety of nutrient-rich whole foods is our best defence against any illness.
However, if you can’t immediately break from this pill-taking culture we’ve created, then stick with plants our bodies were designed to ingest – such as medicinal herbs like oregano and ginger and many others. Take those in pill form, if you must (but preferably, eat them in their food form). These plants have all the same health-boosting properties as “silver.” Better safe than sorry. Or turning blue.
If you choose to use Colloidal Silver, do thorough research first. Many of us choose to regard only the information confirming what we want to believe. We ignore or overlook the views that conflict with our beliefs.
Review both sides of all issues with an open mind. And then make your decision.
Note: The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher.
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Eve Lees has been active in the health & fitness industry since 1979. Currently, she is a Freelance Health Writer for several publication and speaks to business and private groups on various health topics.