For as long as I can remember it has been my dream to run a marathon. I have watched marathon runners with equal parts envy and awe – aspiring to get into the physical shape that would be necessary to compete. Of course, the ultimately goal would not be to win anything or even beat anybody else but simply to complete the marathon and prove to myself that I am capable to doing something that seems so out of the realm of my physical abilities.

This is the year that I have finally begun the work to accomplish this long held dream. It’s not easy; running is something that has always been difficult for me, but slowly and surely, one mile at a time I am building up my endurance. Between the exercise and the change in my diet (I can’t very well run all those miles and come home and eat a pizza) I am noticing huge changes in my body. But I am also taking much better care of myself than ever before; getting sick is not an option, especially right now when I am doing so much to make such strides.

I have begun taking colloidal silver as a supplement in addition to all of the other things that I am doing for myself. Colloidal silver is a natural supplement that is developed when particles of pure silver are suspended in water and given an electrical charge. Ingested by users, the colloidal silver mixture delivers nutrients right to the cells of the body where bacteria and viruses are eradicated and the immune system is given an extra boost to continue its preventative work.

I know that with all the work that I am doing and the use of colloidal silver I will, come the time of the marathon I want to run, be in the best shape of my life.

I am a little bit over the edge when it comes to using natural products – or so I’ve been told. I started slowly – having been completely turned off by something I saw regarding the level of chemicals in everyday cleaning products and completely eradicating them from my home by replacing them with all-natural products – but then, as things tend to go with me, I was completely immersed in the cause.

Since I started the craze I have backed down a little (I draw the line at all-natural deodorant) but I am still committed to natural cleaning products, organic food, and trying to use as many natural supplements as possible to keep my body healthy. I figure that everything that I can do upfront to protect myself will only serve me on the backend by reducing the medications that I need to take in order to get better after an illness has taken hold. I am not against medications in the slightest; but I am a huge advocate of prevention and that’s what I’ve been working on the most in my own life.

Colloidal silver is one of the natural supplements that I have explored and begun to use over the last year. Made only from pure silver particles and water, colloidal silver is one of the more natural ways in which we can go about protecting our body from illness. The silver snuffs out bacteria and viruses and acts as a second line of defense for the body’s immune system.

When it comes to living naturally, colloidal silver allows me to be proactive about prevention.

In the last post I discussed my upcoming 40th birthday and how the approach of something so momentous had sparked me to finally get serious about my health. For far too long I had vacillated between motivated and ambivalent when it came to my health; but now, I was finally ready to get on the road and stay there.

I have already made significant changes in terms of my daily routine including an exercise program that is supervised by a personal trainer and a new eating regime that implemented a program created by a professional nutritionist. Additionally, I have begun integrating colloidal silver into my daily routine. While many people may not know about colloidal silver its history is long.

Colloidal silver is a liquid mixture that includes particles of pure silver particles that have been suspended in water and given an electrical charge. Many may not know that prior to the development and distribution of antibiotics, colloidal silver was prescribed across the board as a treatment and preventative for a variety of illnesses; it was even used as a topical treatment for a variety of skin inflictions.

The benefits of colloidal silver rest in its ability to “suffocate” bacteria and viruses and stop, as well as prevent, illness.

Once antibiotics came on the scene, however, colloidal silver was essentially passed over, although a huge population of people had already come to rely on its benefits. Today, colloidal silver is still used effectively as a supplement, helping to support the natural abilities of the body’s immune system and promote health. It is this that I am turning to as I approach 40 – the change in my lifestyle combined with colloidal silver.

I am turning 40 this coming spring and subsequently made a commitment to myself to get serious about my health. For years I have dabbled in exercise, dedicated myself to eating right only to fall off the wagon several weeks after, and have put myself on the back burner for more years than I care to admit. But now, with this big birthday looming ever closer I am absolutely steadfast in my resolution to put myself first and make a change.

I have hired a personal trainer who I now work with three times a week; on the days I am not working with him I am following a carefully detailed work out plan that he has put together for me. Additionally, after working with a nutritionist (after a daunting three months with a food journal in hand) I am learning to eat healthier and make better choices.

Some of the other things that I am doing for myself include going to bed earlier, allowing myself some extra time in the morning to have a cup of coffee alone and get ready for the day, and taking vitamins and supplements that I know will work in favor of my continued health.

One such supplement that I am taking is something that many people may not have even heard of – colloidal silver. The fact is that colloidal silver has been around for a long time; there are many steadfast believers in its benefits. In the next post I’ll talk about some of the reasons that I think colloidal silver is a great choice for a healthy life.

Have you ever added up how much your family spends on a yearly basis in over the counter medications to help stop the cough, drip, sore throat, and other symptoms of cold and sickness? It can certainly add up to some serious cash (just take a look in that medicine cabinet) and what we wind up accruing is a lineup of tablets, pills, and bottles of liquid in every color and flavor. And to what avail? Did any of those things ever stop the sickness? They may have helped ease our symptoms; but wouldn’t it just be easier, healthier, and certainly more affordable to prevent the sickness from the start?

Colloidal silver is one such way in which people around the world have taken to preventing illness on their own behalf. Made from pure silver, colloidal silver is a liquid that deliver the powerful benefits of silver – the ability to deliver nutrients to the cellular level of the body and support the body’s immune system by eradicating harmful bacteria.

In fact, colloidal silver has long been effective in this role and continues to have a solid and loyal following of users who understand that the responsible taking of high quality colloidal silver on a regular basis can have a positive impact on their health and also their pocketbook. Because with preventative measures on your side, how much money would you save in cold and flu treatments?

Get proactive about your health this year by eating right, getting plenty of exercise, and taking colloidal silver.

I don’t know about you but I have about had it with winter already. I know that it’s only a few months out of the year but this winter in particular has just seemed to be colder than ever and very, very long. And, of course, just to add insult to injury I have had more than my share of colds and other sicknesses this season; it just has been never ending in the health (or lack thereof) department.

I was certainly at my wits end with feeling terrible all of the time but equally at my wits end with chasing away the symptoms with a seemingly endless chain of over-the-counter medications that only seemed to take the edge off for a few hours at a time and often left me feeling drowsy and out of it. I wanted another solution. And I found it in colloidal silver.

Remember colloidal silver? You may have heard of it over the years as it is a natural supplement that is still used by many people who absolutely swear by it for its ability to protect the body’s immune system and support health. It was also prescribed on a regular basis by doctors back in the day before antibiotics and before we had a medicine for absolutely anything that ailed us.

I am not opposed to medicine by any means. I just think it has its place. So I would much rather do everything I can to prevent getting sick than having to do everything I can to get healthy once I am sick. Colloidal silver – taken in the correct dosage on a regular basis- can help support your health.

When you’re sick or have a skin infection, you don’t want to treat the problem lightly. After all, germs won’t show you any mercy. You should return the favor. When it’s time to take a ruthless approach to ridding the body of infections, colloidal silver can get the job done.

Created when pure silver particles and water are bound together with a positive electrical charge, colloidal silver is known to be very ruthless when it comes to germ elimination. This natural supplement works in the body by stopping germs from performing chemical respiration. This means they can’t breathe. The end result is the creation of an environment where many microorganisms simply cannot survive.

In addition to stopping germs from living, colloidal silver also has another added effect. The bonus effect is found in its ability to stop germs so quickly that many simply cannot develop immunities in their offspring. This means colloidal silver can remain effective even when other germ-fighting agents do not.

The effects of colloidal silver are useful in a number of different applications. This supplement can be useful for:

Preventing infection – Many people take colloidal silver on a regular basis to better position their bodies to ward off infections before they even take hold.

Treatment – Colloidal silver, of course, is rather effective at treating many illnesses once they have taken root.

Topical uses – Colloidal silver can also be used in a treatment routine for skin infections, on burns and so on.

Infections don’t show people mercy. When it’s time to fight back in kind, colloidal silver can very often get the job done. It’s not a panacea, but many germs don’t know this.

While colloidal silver is most commonly associated with use in adults for the prevention or treatment of infections, its applications can go well beyond grownups and even people in general. This natural supplement’s effects are quite safe in a number of circumstances.

Colloidal silver can be used on children and even animals if a few precautions are taken. To get the most out this germ fighter for both, make sure to:

Work only with a high quality product – Not all colloidal silver products are made alike. To be certain a good choice has been made, take the time to check into the manufacturer. The best companies have chemists onboard and create colloidal silver using pure silver particles and water. The end result should be a liquid product that is tea-brown in color.

Read instructions completely – Colloidal silver can be used on children and even pets, but it is important to make sure dosing instructions are followed. This supplement can prevent or treat illness, but it must be used correctly to see results.

Do not use on people or animals who are allergic to silver – Do pay attention to known allergies. If allergies are unclear, be very cautious during initial use to make sure complications do not arise.

Colloidal silver can be used internally and topically for a number of reasons. It is known to stop respiration in microorganisms without harming its users. This does make it a powerful aid in the quest for better health. Using it right, however, is essential to obtain the desired results.

When the temperatures drop, germs go into action. This isn’t necessarily because they love the cold either. The problem lies in the fact that people spend more time indoors with each other. This simply opens the doors for more cross contamination to take place. When one person gets sick, the germs just have an easier time of spreading. It is possible to battle back and break the cycle by using colloidal silver.

When colloidal silver is taken on a regular basis, it can help its users prevent infection even if they are surrounded by sick people. Colloidal silver is a natural supplement that works in the body by blocking chemical respiration in germs. This means they cannot survive in an environment where colloidal silver is in use.

Colloidal silver is quite effective for prevention because it has been shown to not only kill microorganisms, but also to prevent them from developing immunities. This supplement works so effectively, many germs just don’t stand a chance.

To get the most out of prevention efforts, be sure to:

Take colloidal silver only as directed – It is imperative to understand what colloidal silver it, how it works and how to select a high quality product. The best colloidal silver will come in liquid form. That liquid will be tea-brown in color. Following all dosing instructions can help ensure the product has a chance to work.

Remember to wash hands frequently – This is always a good idea for prevention, but even more so in the wintertime. Colloidal silver is very effective against a variety of germs, but there are some it won’t work on. Frequent hand washing can help people play it safer.

Take other measures – Colloidal silver not only kills off germs, but also helps boost the immune system. To get the most out of its use, it’s important to drink plenty of fluids, eat right and take other healthy lifestyle-related steps.

Wintertime is germ time. Taking steps to break the cycle of getting sick can help. Colloidal silver is a powerful tool to use in the process.

Our immune system is what allows our body to be protected from illness. When our immune system is compromised – weakened by a sickness that manages to get past our body’s natural barriers, we are at risk for all manner of infection. It’s why we are so tired when we are sick; our body is using all of its resources to fight off the illness and there’s nothing left for us to function in a normal capacity.

Helping the body’s immune system – giving it a backup layer of support – is one of the best things we can do for ourselves. And many people are already doing just that by taking colloidal silver, a natural supplement that utilizes the natural benefits of silver to help kill infection and protect the body.

When pure silver is suspended in water and the entire mixture is given a positive electric charge, the mixture becomes colloidal silver and when ingested it is able to quickly and effectively deliver the positive attributes of silver directly to the cells of the body. Silver has long been used through the generations as a preventative; plates and utensils were once even made of silver as communities recognized its ability to stop the growth of bacteria.

Those taking colloidal silver on a regular basis are able to offer their body’s immune system a “back up system” so when and if immunity is compromised, there is something else contributing to the fight. Taken in the appropriate manner, colloidal silver can deliver long standing health.