Consumers are exposed to hazardous chemicals in their daily lives. The silver nanotechnology found in electronics, medical equipment, dietary supplements and food packaging is now worrying scientists.

What is silver nanotechnology?

Silver nanotechnology or silver ion technology is a nanomaterial of silver. This antibacterial technology is used as a surface coating for various consumer products, such as electronics, metal, wood, ceramics, clothing, glass, paper, cosmetics, etc. These nanoparticles are known for their antibacterial, electrical and photosensitivity properties. However, their potential environmental and health impact risks cannot be ignored.

How do we use silver nanotechnology in our daily lives

● Exist in household appliances, dietary supplements, dental care, clothing, household appliances, disinfectants, skin creams and baby bottles.

● For food storage and packaging.

● In health care products such as burn care, bandages, infection control doctors, etc.

● Biomedical applications, such as implant surgery, wound dressings, medical devices, etc.

● In addition, silver ion plating in electronics, biosensors, medical equipment, scanners, and ATM buttons are some examples of the use of nanoparticles.

● Other public areas: paint, water treatment, footwear, soft drinks, textiles, communications, etc.

The adverse effects of silver nanotechnology:

The toxic effects of silver nano-characteristics from work-related exposure during its construction and its use on the consumer side are as follows:

1. Silver nanoparticles can enter the brain in the form of particles through the nasal cavity, causing brain cell/DNA damage. Similarly, toxic effects reduce the growth of white blood cells responsible for fighting infections

2. In addition, due to its surface coating on various consumer products, people will come into contact with the skin, mouth and inhalation. These silver particles are absorbed through the lungs, kidneys, intestines, etc., causing chronic health hazards.

3. They act as eye and skin allergens.

4. The use of nano silver bags in food packaging will allow silver particles to enter your body, causing digestion and intestinal inflammation.

5. In addition, overexposure will reduce human natural immunity and shorten its lifespan.

6. Finally, these coated silver particles can cause developmental delays in babies. It may affect mental function. In addition, people may experience short-term memory impairment.

Solution: Silica-based technology

However, with the advancement of advanced research in nanomaterials, scientists have proposed a green solution to counter the adverse effects of silver nanotechnology: silica nanoparticles.

Most importantly, this technology has improved methods and is a more efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to silver nanotechnology. The silica nanoparticle coating is safe for humans and pets. Silica is inherently inert and therefore does not affect the material. Again, it will not cause any reaction after coating. For example, the practicality of silicon-based technology in surface coatings has a variety of high-performance applications, and has evolved from professional to use in:

There are many advantages to using silica-based technology through surface coatings. Finally, the health and durability of using silica-based technology is unmatched.

Disclaimer: This content is published by DP News. No HT reporter participated in the creation of this content.

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