Colloidal Silver and Liver Disease: What You Need to Know

Colloidal silver is silver particles suspended in water. Colloidal silver is available in sprays and drops for oral and nasal use.

History

• Colloidal silver was originally used by the Eastern Persians in 4000 B.C. as a disinfectant.

Fun Fact

• NASA uses a silver-based water purification system on their shuttles because of silver's ability to completely disinfect.

Allopathic Opinion

• The Mayo Clinic warns that colloidal silver is ineffective in the treatment of any disease, including liver disease and can result in kidney damage if used in excess.

Naturopathic Opinion

• Colloidal silver has been proven to kill Hepatitis C bacteria, one of the leading causes of liver disease.

Studies

• A study by the University of Texas found that Silver Nanoparticles attach to HIV-1 viruses, preventing them from bonding with cells and reproducing.