Colloidal Silver & Gold FAQ
Have questions about Colloidal Silver and Colloidal Gold? You're in the right place! Explore our frequently asked questions to learn about their benefits, usage, safety, and how they can support your wellness. If you don’t see your question here, feel free to reach out here—we’re happy to help!
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Common Colloidal Gold Questions
Are all Colloidal Gold products alike?
One would expect this to be true as long as the colloidal gold is made up of gold particulates held in suspension. In an ionic gold solution, the gold content is contained in gold ions, not in gold particles. Ionic gold is a gold salt that is dissolved in water. Products that are labeled as ionic gold are really gold chloride, also called Chlorauric acid, a water-soluble gold salt. Ionic gold is easy to distinguish because it is a clear liquid and looks like water. We don’t use deionised water which is cheaply manufactured and leaves the water in a structurally not ideal state. Instead, we choose ultra-purified and energised water as a base which enhances the water’s ideal carrier function. (More detail under “Why do you call your product bio-energised?”)
Can Colloidal Gold be taken along with prescription drugs?
Yes, it’s a trace mineral supplement that is not known or reported to interfere or interact with medications. Since gold is what is referred to a ‘noble metal’, it does not readily combine with other substances to form compounds; for this reason, there is no known interaction with medications or other supplements such as herbs.
Can the Colloidal Gold be given to children?
Yes. As a general rule, a dosage between 5 – 10 ml dosages has shown to be effective.
Is Colloidal Gold toxic?
No, it is considered a noble metal and is non-toxic. Gold is known to be the most inert element on the periodic table; this means it is not known to react with other compounds or substances. See heavy metal question below.
Can Colloidal Gold cause heavy metal poisoning?
No, it belongs to the group of ‘noble metals’. The noble metals are gold, silver, and the platinum group of six metals (iridium, osmium, palladium, platinum, rhodium, and ruthenium). When used as a dietary colloidal supplement, Colloidal Gold does not cause heavy metal poisoning.
Can Colloidal Gold accumulate in the organs of the body?
No. The nano-size colloidal particles in our products do not accumulate in body tissues or any organs, what is not utilised is passed out of the body through the normal channels of elimination within a few days of being ingested.
I have Rheumatoid Arthritis, can your product help me?
Colloidal Gold is simply a dietary supplement. Because it is not a medicine or pharmaceutical product we cannot make any statements or therapeutic claims in regards to RA or any disease. What we can say is that “gold appears to have a supportive role in the immune function of the joints”.
How do gold colloids affect neural activity?
Your brain is a collection of about 10 billion interconnected nerve cells (neurons). Each neuron is a cell that uses biochemical reactions to receive, process and transmit information. In the brain, nerve cells communicate with each other through synapses (junctions where neurons connect). Researchers believe that the tiny, nanometer-sized particles in colloidal gold effect the electrical charges that are produced when those neurons fire by enhancing the normal communication that takes place between these cells. This property of the gold colloid is believed to naturally support increased brain functions and improved motor skills that are commonly reported.
Are your products sold in stores or pharmacies?
Yes, all of our products are sold in health shops and selected pharmacies.
Common Colloidal Silver Questions
What is ionic Colloidal Silver?
Ionic colloidal silver is a completely natural, liquid trace mineral supplement. The term * ‘Colloid’ refers to a substance that consists of fine particles suspended within a liquid solution. * ‘Ionic’ refers to an atom that is carrying at a net electrical charge. Because of this, the body has to employ much less energy in order to absorb minerals in their ionic state.
Thus, our ‘Ionic Colloidal Silver’ consists of sub-microscopic particles of silver, held in suspension in ultra-purified water and carries a tiny electrical charge which enables it to easily interact with the body.
Ionic Colloidal Silver is considered to be one of the most powerful natural immunity helping substance and is widely used as a mineral supplement to support your body’s immune system and to assist natural healing and detoxification. Externally, silver is known for its exceptional antiseptic and healing properties for skin conditions.
How does Colloidal Silver work?
Researchers discern that colloidal silver works in the following ways, without causing tissue damage:
As a catalyst by disabling the enzyme that single-celled bacteria, viruses, and fungi use for metabolism and respiration
As a potent carrier of oxygen, it releases bursts of oxygen which disables pathogens.
By interacting with the DNA of viruses and thus inhibiting its replication.
Can Colloidal Silver affect 'good' bacteria?
According to Dr. Gordon Pedersen, taking Colloidal Silver produces no adverse effect on beneficial, probiotic intestinal bacteria, such as acidophilus but destroys only the primitive cell structure of pathogens.
Are there any known interactions when taking Colloidal Silver?
To our knowledge, there are no known interactions when ingesting Colloidal Silver. Some researchers say that Colloidal Silver may increase the effectiveness of antibiotics.
How do I find the best dose when taking Colloidal Silver?
You can simply follow the suggestions given on the label, or click here to read about our dosage suggestions and the incremental dosage method, recommended by some health experts.
Can I get argyria?
Argyria is a cosmetic skin condition characterised by bluish or greyish skin colour and sometimes wrongly associated as a potential ‘side effect’ of taking Colloidal Silver. However, it is relevant to know that no cases of argyria have ever been reported due to ingesting pure, commercially manufactured colloidal silver. The few rare cases of argyria that got reported were without an exemption the result of home- made silver salts (not properly manufactured colloidal silver) that were consumed at excessively high doses over long periods of time. Click here to learn more about the facts on argyria.
Product Specific Colloidal Silver Questions
Is there a difference between ionic and particulate silver?
There has been a debate whether ionic or particulate colloidal silver is more effective. According to many renowned experts and researchers, it is the ionic silver that is more effective. Please click here for more information. Our solution is 85% silver and 15% particulate. It thus offers both criteria that comprise a silver of excellent quality.
Has your silver been independently tested?
Yes, please click here to see the excellent results.
Is a higher ppm more effective than a lower ppm?
Our Colloidal Silver has a concentration of 10 ppm. Please click here to learn why a higher ppm does not always mean a more potent product and what really determines the quality of a silver solution.
What is the particle size of your Colloidal Silver?
The typical particle size is in the range of .0001 to .000.8 um. Click here to see a transmission electron microscope photo of colloidal silver made with our technology.
What is the shelf life of your product?
According to laboratory tests, the product should keep indefinitely. But because our products are sold in NZ shops there is a ‘used by period’ label attached to each product which is within 2 years of manufacturing.
What colour is your Colloidal Silver?
Our Colloidal Silver is transparent.
Colloidal Silver Application Questions
Do I need to take Colloidal Silver daily for it to be effective?
It really depends on each individual: Many users prefer to take small amounts daily (5 to 10 ml) to counteract the fact that commercial farm soils have become deficient in trace minerals over the last 100 years as researchers recognised a correlation between low silver levels in the human body and its effect on the immune system. If your immune system needs support, you can experiment with the daily low nutritional dose and see if you notice a difference. Others only take it in times of an acute need (i.e. during winter ills and chills) which works fine for them.
I heard that people increase their dosage of colloidal silver considerably when they need a powerful immune support?
Follow the directions of your healthcare professional. For a powerful support 30 to 40 ml, 3 times daily may be taken for 4 to 7 days; this often works well. If you are taking an intense dosage like that, it is recommended to drink 8 glasses of pure water (ideally not at the same time as the silver is taken) to help flush out toxins, as an intensive cleanse is initiated through the CS. Otherwise 20 ml, 2 to 3 times daily until a difference is noticed (normally within 7 days to 4 weeks) often works well in chronic cases. Children take ½ the adult dose.
What's the recommended daily mineral supplementation dosage?
As a daily trace mineral supplement, 5 to 10ml once daily is sufficient. Children take ½ the adult dose.
Some products offer a higher ppm; are these products not more effective?
Some people think more is always better. We don’t agree: Many experts such as Daryl Tichy, an independent colloidal silver researcher from Brigham Young University finds it unnecessary and questionable to take high ppm concentrations of colloidal silver (some offer up to 200 ppm).
Can Colloidal Silver be used for an earache?
Always consult your healthcare professional with undiagnosed ear pain. For first aid, positive results have been reported by placing 3 drops of Colloidal Silver in the affected ear by lying on the opposite ear for 15 minutes in order to let the Colloidal Silver thoroughly drain into the ear canal. The process can be repeated several times every few hours.
Can I use colloidal silver safely on my eyes?
Colloidal silver is effective to safely support the natural immune defenses of your eyes. Simply put 3 drops directly into the eye, 3 or 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can spray the silver as a fine mist across the eyes. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.
I heard Colloidal Silver is used worldwide to assist the healing of burns?
Yes, Colloidal Silver is used in burn centers worldwide because of its effectiveness: Dr. Magraff at Washington State University showed that silver works efficaciously to prevent and assist the healing of skin infections associated with severe burn victims. Spray colloidal silver onto the affected area of a minor (sun) burn, and repeat as needed to cool the skin and to soothe the pain. However, you must always see your doctor for potentially serious or severe burns.
Can I take Colloidal Silver for a serious infection such as pneumonia or blood poisoning?
When you are sick or not getting well, see your health professional. Using Colloidal Silver can very effectively support the treatment you are receiving when dealing with infections.
Can I use Colloidal Silver for my blocked nose?
We had excellent feedback from our hypoallergenic nasal spray applicator: 2 sprays per nostril, 3 times a day. The internal use of bio-energised colloidal silver is also recommended.
I heard that Colloidal Silver can ease an itchy scalp?
Yes, it is worth a try; simply use the spray bottle to apply a fine mist onto the affected area, preferably after having washed your hair.
Can Colloidal Silver be used to support oral health?
See your dentist for expert advice. Pain or bleeding gums (can be a sign of chronic plaque) need professional attention. However, for acute conditions, it has been reported that holding a mouthful of colloidal silver in your mouth for up to 10 minutes at the time may help to improve gum health. Other users add Colloidal Silver to their pulsating water jet device to get it under the gum line and/or apply it to their toothbrush each time they brush.
Can Colloidal Silver help my skin?
We have had great feedback on all sorts of skin conditions, from teenager break-outs to cuts, (sun) burns to chronic conditions. We recommend our colloidal silver gel, cream and spray applications. For chronic cases, we recommend our products in conjunction with a healthy diet and lifestyle and if needed, the advice of a healthcare professional.
Can Colloidal Silver be used as first aid to help my throat?
As a natural immune support, it has been found helpful to gargle with about 20ml of colloidal silver three to six times a day and to swallow after each gargling. Lying down while taking a good amount of Colloidal Silver into the mouth and holding the liquid there for as long as possible while slowly letting it run down the throat (a little at a time) keeps the silver in direct contact with the throat for as long as possible. Alternatively, the spray offers a more convenient option. As always, if symptoms persist or are severe, see your healthcare professional.
I have bad nails, is there a way to use Colloidal Silver to help?
Patience is required: We recommend that you soak the affected nails in a suitable glass container for 30 minutes daily and to continue it ideally for the duration of the time it takes for the new nail to completely grow again while the affected area is being gradually clipped off. A quicker procedure may be to soak some gauze in Colloidal Silver, wrap it around the affected nail. The finger part of a rubber glove can be cut off and be used to hold the gauze around the affected toe or fingernail overnight. Repeat this for at least 2 weeks. Additionally, the internal use of Colloidal Silver liquid and/or the application of our gel or cream can also be helpful.
I heard Colloidal Silver can assist my digestive system health?
Always consult your healthcare professional with undiagnosed symptoms. Colloidal Silver has been found to assist the lining of the stomach and intestines when the immune system needs support in these areas – especially in conjunction with probiotics such as Lactobacillus acidophilus and dietary modifications if needed.