Colloidal (coal-Lloyd-al) Silver is a specialized preparation of pure metallic silver used as a natural anti-microbial agent. Many people are familiar with the antiseptic properties of silver salts such as silver nitrate, which is used to protect the eyes of newborns against bacterial infection. The term colloidal indicates that the silver particles have been suspended in a liquid solution using an electric charge. This prevents the silver from settling out to the bottom and keeps the it evenly dispersed throughout the liquid. The same is true of colloidal minerals which are used as mineral supplements.
Colloidal silver is used internally and topically to assist the body in fighting infectious microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. The effectiveness is variable and depends on factors such as an individual's immune system status, the virulence of the infectious organism and the way in which the colloidal silver product is used.
It is of utmost importance to use Colloidal Silver products on a short-term limited basis only. First, infections which do not respond to colloidal silver treatment can often become much more serious and difficult to treat if not eradicated quickly. Second, silver particles can accumulate in tissue and produce and unsightly bluish or purplish discoloration of the skin which is permanent and untreatable. Use products as directed and consult a doctor if you have any questions about the nature of an infection or disease condition.