Silver has been used by many cultures for thousands of years with no record of harmful side effects. Most ancient cultures used silver for their storage vessels because of its ability to preserve foods for longer without spoiling. This knowledge has been passed down through generations.
Colloidal Silver was in common use in the early 1900s. Its popularity waned with the onset of the new drugs (such as antibiotics) in the 30s and it did not re-appear until the1970s when it was proven to be an effective treatment for burns victims. Gradually, since then, this gentle old germ fighter has been making its presence felt in complimentary medicine. Today it is finally taking its place as a reliable and effective natural antibacterial liquid.