Name Colloidal silver Description Colloidal silver is generally a solution of water with suspended silver nanoparticles. Historically, colloidal silver was used as an antimicrobial treatment before the advent of modern antibiotics. Benefits Some people use colloidal silver in dietary supplements, claiming it helps with conditions like infections, inflammation, and immune system support, though these claims are not supported by solid scientific evidence. It may be used in ointments or sprays for its antibacterial and antifungal properties, often for minor skin conditions. It is sometimes included in products like wound dressings, water purifiers, and even as a disinfectant. Considerations • Bioaccumulation
Silver nanoparticles accumulate in tissues and organs.
• Free Radicals
As silver nanoparticles accumulate in tissue, it kills cells from within and generates free radical (Reactive Oxygen Species) in the process, causing oxidative damage to the body's tissues.
• Neurotoxicity
Silver nanoparticles have the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. Accumulation of silver nanoparticles results in neurotoxicity.
• Organ Failure
High amounts of colloidal silver will result in organ failure and ultimately, death.
• Birth Defects
Colloidal silver has been shown to cause birth defects, namely skeletal malformations, when a fetus is exposed. Synonyms Silver
Silver Water
Nano Silver
Ag Research Sources https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9056105/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24713076/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35782501/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0273230020301161
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3848846/
https://medcraveonline.com/MOJAP/skeletal-dysmorphology-in-fetus-following-colloidal-silver-ingestion-in-pregnant-swiss-albino-mice.html
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-20728-z
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37360209/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15111684/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36978951/
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/12/3/703
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0301479720318430?fbclid=IwY2xjawEPjSpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXTOp8mbztoEV7Y3waSkrWcNjQDHbxhq2MwyxwzqQurNaw1zPkTLKyYEZA_aem_oRG8AJnwqFO_8rsa0kBypw Summary Contains toxic nanoparticles.