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Below is a must have for most breeders I know and I’ve listed a lot of reasons why. Please understand that all these uses apply to our buns too

COLLOIDAL SILVER

aka Argent Colloïdal, Argent Ionique, Argent Natif, Argentum Metallicum, Colloidal Silver Protein, Ionic Silver, Native Silver, Plata Coloidal, Protéine d’Argent, Silver, Silver Alginate, Silver in Suspending Agent, Silver Protein, Tetrasilver Tetroxide, Tétroxyde de Tétra-Argent

How does it work?
Silver can kill microorganisms by binding to their cells, without necessarily damaging human cells.

Silver is antimicrobial, meaning that it can kill harmful microbes.
Colloidal silver is thought to be useful as an antimicrobial, antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal and anticancer treatment.

General Overview

Colloidal silver is said to have broad antibacterial and antiseptic effects when taken orally or placed on a wound.
Research suggests that it attaches to proteins on the cell walls of bacteria, damaging their cell membranes
This allows silver ions to pass into the cells, where they can interfere with the bacteria’s metabolic processes and damage its DNA, leading to the cell’s death.
It’s thought that the effects of colloidal silver vary depending on the size and shape of the particles of silver, as well as their concentration in a solution
A large number of small particles has a greater surface area than a lower number of large particles. As a result, a solution that contains more silver nanoparticles, which have a smaller particle size, may release more silver ions.
Silver ions are released from the silver particles when they come into contact with moisture, such as body fluids.
They are considered to be the “biologically active” part of colloidal silver that gives it its medicinal properties

Medical Info/Uses (just a partial list)

* Broad spectrum Antibiotic
• Eye infections.
* Topical wound treatment
• Bronchitis
* Aids in killing cancer cells
• Chronic fatigue syndrome.
* Digestion.
• Ear infections.
* Emphysema.
• Food poisoning.
* Fungal infections.
• Gum disease.
* HIV/AIDS.
• Lyme disease.
* Preventing flu and colds ie immune boost
• Skin health ie Rosacea and Eczema
* Sinus infections.
• Stomach ulcers.
* Tuberculosis.
• Yeast infections.
* Asthma
* Pneumonia

Antibacterial
Before the discovery of antibiotics, colloidal silver was a popular antibacterial treatment.
Test-tube studies have shown that colloidal silver can kill a wide range of bacteria
This has translated to its use in some healthcare products like wound creams, wound dressings and medical equipment

Antiviral
Proponents of colloidal silver also claim that it can have antiviral effects in your body.
Some studies have suggested that different types of silver nanoparticles may help kill viral compounds

Antifungal
Colloidal silver is also said to be capable of treating fungal infections.
One test-tube study showed it may stop the growth of some strains of fungi
However, many things can kill fungi in a lab, and this doesn’t mean that colloidal silver can treat fungal infections in humans.
At the moment, there is little evidence to support the claim that colloidal silver is a reliable topical antifungal agent.

Example Info

Researchers have found some evidence of its effectiveness, although findings so far have come from test tube studies and animal trials. Here are a few examples of what scientists have found so far.
* In a test tube study, colloidal silver acted like a broad-spectrum antibiotic and it was anti-fungal against certain strains. That shows potential as a possible remedy for athlete’s foot or to disinfect a small cut.
* Colloidal silver triggered breast cancer cell death through antioxidant activity and other mechanisms, also in lab cultures. Some alternative medicine doctors use it as part of their cancer protocol.
* Scientists observed that treatment with colloidal silver caused damage to the cell walls of cultured bacterial strains such as Salmonella, e. Coli and others. The “pits” on the outer covering weakened the cells and led to bacterial cell death.
* Research showed that colloidal silver was effective against the smallpox virus in an animal study.
* Scientists also observed that silver nanoparticles prevented HIV from attaching to host cells.
Scientists haven’t investigated these effects in humans, likely because you can’t patent SILVER so no group is highly motivated enough to put any real funding behind testing it. So, it’s hard to say what would happen in people unfortunately.

Example Treatments

Gut Cleanse
this therapy helps resolve gut issues, including leaky gut syndrome, candida, diverticulitis, bloating, IBS, constipation, and damage from antibiotic overuse. For the cleanse: Mix 1 oz. colloidal silver with 1 oz. pure aloe juice; drink three times daily (45 minutes away from food or drink) for 2–6 weeks

Immune Health:
Colloidal silver is known as a natural antibiotic, antifungal, and antiviral substance. According to research by Larry C. Ford, MD, at the UCLA School of Medicine, viral, fungal, and bacterial microbes were killed within minutes of exposure to silver. Some of the top immune-supportive uses include:
* Enhancing overall immune function (I take 1 tsp. before and after a flight to avoid getting sick).
* Easing sinus infections and allergies (try adding a few drops to a neti pot or spray directly up your nose).
* Promoting recovery and soothing symptoms from colds and flu; use at the first sign of illness if possible.
* Aiding in recovery from bacterial infections, including respiratory infections, pink eye, and ear infections (place 2–3 drops in each ear, three times daily).

Fungal infections:
Colloidal silver is known as a potent antifungal and can be used to help relieve ringworm, candida, thrush, and other fungal infections. According to a study in the Iranian Journal of Biotechnology, pine pollen helped enhance the antifungal effects of silver nanoparticles.

Healthy Skin:
If you have any skin issues, including skin infections, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, and acne, colloidal silver gel may help reduce inflammation, pain, and redness

First Aid Remedy:
Colloidal silver gel is a must-have for your first aid kit. Apply to minor cuts, burns, scrapes, bites, and bruises

⚠️ WARNING⚠️
This is a general warning found throughout online info.
Colloidal silver is LIKELY UNSAFE when taken by mouth, applied to the skin, or injected intravenously (by IV). The silver in colloidal silver products gets deposited into organs such as the skin, liver, spleen, kidney, muscle, and brain. This can lead to an irreversible bluish looking skin that first appears in the gums. It can also stimulate melanin production in skin, and areas exposed to the sun will become increasingly discolored.
After doing a considerable amount of research, I have found there are several side effects associated with colloidal silver. However the side effects are mostly from not using true colloidal silver. However there are several products listed as true but because it’s listed as a supplement the info is flimsy at best.
I have listed the ones to use versus the ones that are not actually true colloidal silvers. The three best to use are: Mesosilver, Silver Wings and Utopia. Prices definitely vary but it’s worth avoiding most of the hazards by using one of these three. The issue is the particles are not stable in most of the lesser brands and they tend to settle in areas we want to avoid. I’m all about saving money but this is one that cutting the costs are not worth the risks involved.

Rabbit Uses

Ever since I was given the info for collloidal silver to use on a wound it has been a mainstay in my Rabbitry. It should be a part of everyone’s first aid box. The uses are endless and the benefits can be amazing. All the uses I’ve listed above for human use are applicable for our buns. From topical treatments to antibiotic uses to GI health, you’ll find the uses are many.

The chart I have taken a screenshot of is a dosage when it’s 10ppm… so you’ll need to adjust accordingly for higher ppms. Below is also based off that chart.
(For example MESOSILVER 20 and Utopia are both at 20 ppm so you’ll need only to use half of the dosage in this chart and the info below)

Directions for Use: Shake product well before use. Do not exceed the recommended dose!

For Active Infection:** Dose 3-4 times daily as indicated in weight chart for active infection for up to 10 days. If infection has been resistant to other antibiotics, triple the initial first dose and then back off to maintenance dose below.

General: Give 3-4 times daily as needed up to 30 days.
Long term: give 1-2 times daily giving a 14 day break every 6 months.
**Our personal rule of thumb for active viral, bacterial, or fungal infection is to dose an initial high loading dose – twice the normal dose, then back off to a maintenance dose. IF the being is well after the first dose, we dose 2-3x/day for 1 to 2 more days then stop. We do not dose a full 10 day period unless dealing with a protozoan infection, as CS/EIS is needed in the body to address the protozoan hatching egg cycle for the full 10 day cycle. CS/EIS often stops the infection within a few days, so unless you are afraid the infection will return, you can stop dosing 2 days after symptoms have ceased or lessen the CS dose.
Colloidal Silver can be put in drinking water, at the above recommended dosage rates, however, remember to give the amount of water the animal will consume in one day. CS/EIS can change color when reacting to the minerals in city/well water.

RECOMMENDED PREVENTATIVE USE:
Oral preventative dosing is given 2x/day. For example, one or two days prior to a show/outing, the day(s) of the show/outing, and 2 days after returning home or after exposure to possible disease.

RECOMMENDED PREVENTATIVE OR TREATMENT USE FOR LITTERS OR FLOCKS:
Dose 1 teaspoon per cup of water daily for 10 days.

RECOMMENDED TOPICAL USE:

Surface scratches/wounds: Clean/wash affected area thoroughly to remove any debris. You can use water and/or CS to cleanse the area. Spray CS directly on the affected area(s) and allow to dry for 6 minutes. Do this 3-4x/day.

Deep wounds: Clean the wound with CS or a gentle soap and water, spray CS on the wound area and give CS orally 3-4x/day.

RECOMMENDED USE FOR FUNGAL INFECTIONS (i.e., ringworm, athletes foot):
Spray or soak affected paws/feet or other affected area with CS 3 to 4 times daily. Take orally as well 3 times daily to help force the infection out of the body.

RECOMMENDED USE FOR EAR INFECTIONS:
Apply a few drops or lightly spray the affected ear(s) with CS 2-3x/day. Give CS/EIS orally 3x/day. CS is great to help prevent swimmer’s ear, if applied to each ear after swimming.

RECOMMENDED USE FOR EYE INFECTIONS, KERATITIS, OR TEAR STAINING:
Using a light mist sprayer of CS or drop CS/EIS 3 times daily in affected eye(s). Give orally as well 3 times daily for a minimum of 3 days or longer until condition has cleared up.

RECOMMENDED USE FOR NEBULIZING:
Put CS/EIS into nebulizer cup. Use an ultrasonic or micro air nebulizer and nebulize for a minimum of 15-20 minutes 3+ times daily. Nebulize for a longer period of time, if possible for active asthma, bronchial, pneumonia, or respiratory anthrax symptoms. Give orally 4 times daily as well.

As always with any treatment that has antibiotic properties you need to start probiotics with it

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