Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does silver have a historical use other than as a medium of monetary exchange?
Q: How is silver able to inhibit the growth of one-celled micro-organisms?
Q: Are colloidal silver products safe?
Q: Does the generic term “colloidal silver” have more than one possible definition?
Q: What is the USFDA’s definition of “colloidal silver” and why are they concerned about it’s usage?
Q: Are colloidal silver and colloidal gold “drugs” or do they interact with drugs?
Q: Can colloidal silver or colloidal gold cause an allergic reaction?
Q: Can colloidal silver cause Argyria?
Q: Can colloidal silver cause one to feel ill?
Q: Which colloidal silver is most effective, ionic or non-ionic?
Q: How important is silver particle size and is a high ppm colloidal product required for effectiveness?
Q: Does colloidal silver fight only “bad” bacteria, leaving “good” flora unaffected?
Q: Are colloidal silver products containing gelatins/proteins, salts, or nitrates effective?
Q: Why is there an EPA Reference Dose, (RfD) for silver if it has no associated adverse effects ?

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Q. Does silver have a historical use other than as a medium of monetary exchange?

A. Yes! The historical use of silver to preserve and extend the life of food and water is long and indisputable. For thousands of years, it has been used for the same reasons we are using it now in our mineral and water supplement form. From mankind's earliest history, silver has been used in the making of food and drink vessels, as well as eating utensils. Here is an anecdote from the writings of Herodotus, the Greek philosopher, before the birth of Christ. The Greek historian Herodotus, called the "Father of History", is one of our prime sources for information known about the fall of Babylon. Herodotus lived a century after the time of Daniel and traveled widely in the East. In his "Histories", we learn of the campaign of Persia's King Cyrus against Babylon. The details include the fact that no Persian king, including Cyrus, would drink the water of any stream other than the Choaspes, a river that flowed past the Persian capital of Susa. Wherever the king went, a long train of four-wheeled mule wagons followed him transporting silver jars filled with the river's water. The water in silver jars would keep fresh for years during the long campaigns.

The Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Egyptians and peoples around the world used silver in one form or another to preserve food and water. In Europe during the "Dark Ages”, silver utensils, cups and bowls were utilized to aid in protecting the wealthy from the full brunt of pandemics. The expression "born with a silver spoon in their mouth" comes from these “Dark Ages”, when the wealthy gave their children silver spoons to suck on to ward off diseases." In the days of the settling of the American frontier, pioneers commonly used silver coins to retard the spoilage of milk and water.

The use of some silver preparations in modern, mainstream medicine has survived until this "Modern Age." Among them are the use of dilute silver nitrate in newborn babies' eyes to protect from infection and the use of "Silvadine," a silver based salve, in virtually every burn ward in America to fight infection. A silver coated nylon material was patented as "Silvalon" and licensed by FDA as an anti-microbial bandage. Clearly, silver has historically been one of man’s most reliable tools in supporting the immune system against various maladies, even before he knew what caused these maladies.

Today, silver is also being used in swimming pool filters, food cutting boards, bandages, and water filters for NASA. Scientific research and evidence indicates that if silver comes into contact with one-celled organisms, they will not survive. Evidence indicates that one-celled organisms do not have an intrinsic resistance to, nor can they through mutation or natural selection, acquire a resistance to silver's anti-microbial actions, as they are often able to do with “patented” products. This is why silver has historically been one of man’s most reliable tools in supporting the immune system against various maladies, even before he knew what caused these maladies.

Advanced Colloidal Silver and the other supplements we sell are not drugs and the information and opinions we offer are based upon use of these products as Dietary Supplements only. We have no doctors on staff and do not offer medical advice concerning colloidal silver, colloidal gold or any other dietary supplements. Although you may choose to supplement with colloidal silver, colloidal gold, and other mineral and vitamin supplements, we suggest that you consult a licensed physician if you believe you have a life threatening health issue. We also recommend that you do comprehensive research about colloidal silver, colloidal gold and all dietary supplements in general before accepting our opinions or the opinions of anyone else about how to care for your health.

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