This is (apparently) the same AI Guy who has been posting about silver and other topics.
I don't care if it's AI (the video portion certainly is; the narrator and his image, maybe not -- but what do I know?) -- this is important and useful information.
BTW, I've been using Diatomaceous Earth around our property for decades. It works, it's perfectly safe (it has long been used in grain silos to reduce insect infestations), and is just another example of how Big Business combined with corrupt government has been screwing the public over since before any of us were born.
Try not to breathe the dust from it. Might damage the lungs. I have a 5lb bag of it. I put some in a spray bottle with soapy water, a little peppermint oil to spray my tomatoes for thrips and mites.
I also put a teaspoon in my water bottle.
THIS!
Guys if you take about a tablespoon of this stuff (preferably shaken up in a water bottle with a little flavoring for taste) in the evenings before you go to bed you will sleep like a baby and have crazy dreams because of how deep of a REM sleep it'll help you get. You will wake up incredibly rested.
Make sure it's the food grade.. Sprinkle some on your dog's food for flea protection also..
Great advice, a non toxic flea repellent!
why does it do that?
There's a couple of theories:
Food grade diatomaceous earth contains small amounts of minerals such as: Silicon Magnesium Calcium Magnesium in particular plays a role in regulating neurotransmitters tied to sleep. It helps activate Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, which calms the nervous system and promotes deeper sleep stages. When REM cycles deepen or lengthen, dreams often become more vivid.
Diatomaceous earth helps the body remove parasites, heavy metals, or toxins. The theory is that when the body is clearing things out, the brain temporarily shifts sleep patterns, which could lead to more vivid dreams.
Another possibility involves the Gut-Brain Axis, the communication system between the digestive system and the brain. Changes in digestion or gut microbes can influence neurotransmitters like Serotonin, which later converts to Melatonin. Since serotonin and melatonin regulate sleep cycles, anything affecting the gut might slightly change REM timing or dream intensity.
BORAX is also a lost product.
White vinegar as well
Borax and sugar kills em dead quick. Laundry additive.
in the summer when ants are invading your home looking for water. 2 tablespoons boraxo, 2 table spoons sugar, 1/2 cup warm water. put a handfull of cotton balls in the mix. place soaked cotton balls around the exterior of your home,,, ants gone within 48 hours. boraxo has diatomaceous earth in it.
Uh, actually some Americans that own swimming pools haven't forgotten about it.
Been years since I've worked in pools but there is a filter type that uses DE as a medium.
Interesting.
DE for pools is different. There is an additional chemical added and they are heated. This changes the structure of the crystalline nature of DE, making it unsafe.
Food grade is what you want to use around your home and garden, and especially if you are using it internally.
I added the same information because this is an incredibly important point!!
They are still out there. Pain in the ass to clean but they filter better than cartridge or sand.
Diatomaceous Earth Fact Sheet Print Version (PDF) En español What is diatomaceous earth? What are some products that contain diatomaceous earth? How does diatomaceous earth work? How might I be exposed to diatomaceous earth? What are some signs and symptoms from a brief exposure to diatomaceous earth? What happens to diatomaceous earth when it enters the body? Is diatomaceous earth likely to contribute to the development of cancer? Has anyone studied non-cancer effects from long-term exposure to diatomaceous earth? Are children more sensitive to diatomaceous earth than adults? What happens to diatomaceous earth in the environment? Can diatomaceous earth affect birds, fish, and other wildlife? What is diatomaceous earth? diatomite (diatomaceous earth), photo credit: James St. John, wikimedia commons diatomite (diatomaceous earth), photo credit: James St. John, wikimedia commons Diatomaceous earth is made from the fossilized remains of tiny, aquatic organisms called diatoms. Their skeletons are made of a natural substance called silica. Over a long period of time, diatoms accumulated in the sediment of rivers, streams, lakes, and oceans. Today, silica deposits are mined from these areas.
Silica is very common in nature and makes up 26% of the earth's crust by weight. Various forms of silica include sand, emerald, quartz, feldspar, mica, clay, asbestos, and glass. Silicon, a component of silica, does not exist naturally in its pure form. It usually reacts with oxygen and water to form silicon dioxide. Silicon dioxide has two naturally occurring forms: crystalline and amorphous. Most diatomaceous earth is made of amorphous silicon dioxide. However, it can contain very low levels of crystalline silicon dioxide. The first pesticide products containing silicon dioxide (diatomaceous earth) were registered in 1960 to kill insects and mites.
What are some products that contain diatomaceous earth? Products containing diatomaceous earth are most commonly dusts. Other formulations include wettable powders and pressurized liquids. Currently, there are over 150 products registered for use inside and outside of buildings, farms, gardens, and pet kennels. Some products can also be used directly on dogs and cats. Diatomaceous earth products are registered for use against bed bugs, cockroaches, crickets, fleas, ticks, spiders, and many other pests.
There are thousands of non-pesticide products that contain diatomaceous earth. These include skin care products, toothpastes, foods, beverages, medicines, rubbers, paints, and water filters. The Food & Drug Administration lists diatomaceous earth as "Generally Recognized as Safe". "Food grade" diatomaceous earth products are purified. They may be used as anticaking materials in feed, or as clarifiers for wine and beer.
IMPORTANT: Always follow label instructions and take steps to minimize exposure. If any exposures occur, be sure to follow the First Aid instructions on the product label carefully. For additional treatment advice, contact the Poison Control Center at 800-222-1222. If you wish to discuss a pesticide problem, please call NPIC at 800-858-7378.
How does diatomaceous earth work? Diatomaceous earth is not poisonous; it does not have to be eaten in order to be effective. Diatomaceous earth causes insects to dry out and die by absorbing the oils and fats from the cuticle of the insect's exoskeleton. Its sharp edges are abrasive, speeding up the process. It remains effective as long as it is kept dry and undisturbed.
How might I be exposed to diatomaceous earth? People can be exposed to diatomaceous earth if they breathe in the dust, eat it, get it on their skin, or get it in their eyes. For example, when applying the dust or when entering a treated area before the dust has settled. Exposures can also occur if products are accessible to children or pets. Exposure can be limited by reading and following label directions.
What are some signs and symptoms from a brief exposure to diatomaceous earth? If inhaled If breathed in, diatomaceous earth can irritate the nose and nasal passages. If an extremely large amount is inhaled, people may cough and have shortness of breath.
If in the eyes Diatomaceous earth may also irritate the eyes, due to its abrasive nature. Any dust, including silica, can be irritating to the eyes.
If on the skin On skin, it can cause irritation and dryness.
What happens to diatomaceous earth when it enters the body? When diatomaceous earth is eaten, very little is absorbed into the body. The remaining portion is rapidly excreted. Small amounts of silica are normally present in all body tissues, and it is normal to find silicon dioxide in urine. In one study, people ate a few grams of diatomaceous earth. The amount of silicon dioxide in their urine was unchanged.
After inhalation of amorphous diatomaceous earth, it is rapidly eliminated from lung tissue. However, crystalline diatomaceous earth is much smaller, and it may accumulate in lung tissue and lymph nodes. Very low levels of crystalline diatomaceous earth may be found in pesticide products.
Is diatomaceous earth likely to contribute to the development of cancer? When mice were forced to breathe diatomaceous earth for one hour each day for a year, there was an increase in lung cancers. When rats were fed silica at a high dose for two years, there was no increase in cancer development.
Most diatomaceous earth is made of amorphous silicon dioxide. However, it can contain very low levels of crystalline silicon dioxide. Amorphous diatomaceous earth has not been associated with any cancers in people.
Has anyone studied non-cancer effects from long-term exposure to diatomaceous earth? In a rabbit study, researchers found no health effects after applying diatomaceous earth to the rabbits' skin five times per week for three weeks. In a rat study, researchers fed rats high doses of diatomaceous earth for six months. They found no reproductive or developmental effects. In another rat study, the only effect was more rapid weight gain. That study involved 90 days of feeding rats with a diet made of 5% diatomaceous earth.
When guinea pigs were forced to breathe air containing diatomaceous earth for 2 years, there was slightly more connective tissue in their lungs. When researchers checked before the 2-year mark, no effects were found.
A very small amount of crystalline diatomaceous earth may be found in pesticide products. Long-term inhalation of the crystalline form is associated with silicosis, chronic bronchitis, and other respiratory problems. The bulk of diatomaceous earth is amorphous, not crystalline. The amorphous form is only associated with mild, reversible lung inflammation.
Are children more sensitive to diatomaceous earth than adults? Children may be especially sensitive to pesticides compared to adults. However, there are currently no data to conclude that children have an increased sensitivity specifically to diatomaceous earth.
raw diatomite, photo credit: Tommy from Arad, wikimedia commons raw diatomite, photo credit: Tommy from Arad, wikimedia commons What happens to diatomaceous earth in the environment? Silicon is a major component of diatomaceous earth. It is the second most abundant element in soils. It's a common component of rocks, sands, and clays. It is also abundant in plants and plays a role in their growth and development. Due to its chemical makeup, diatomaceous earth is not degraded by microbes or by sunlight. Also, it does not emit vapors or dissolve well in water.
The ocean contains vast amounts of diatomaceous earth. Many marine organisms use it to build their skeletons.
Can diatomaceous earth affect birds, fish, or other wildlife? Diatomaceous earth is practically non-toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. It is commonly encountered by birds and other wildlife, and it's not known to be harmful. However, no toxicity evaluations for wildlife were found. Agencies have stated that diatomaceous earth is unlikely to affect birds, fish, or other wildlife in a harmful way.
Diatomaceous earth is made of silicon dioxide. When chickens were fed a diet that contained less silicon dioxide than normal, their bone formation was harmed. This suggests that silicon dioxide plays an important role in bone formation.
Where can I get more information? For more detailed information about diatomaceous earth please visit the list of referenced resources or call the National Pesticide Information Center, Monday - Friday, at 800-858-7378 or visit us on the web at http://npic.orst.edu. NPIC provides objective, science-based answers to questions about pesticides.
Date Reviewed: January 2013 Please cite as: Bunch, T. R.; Bond, C.; Buhl, K.; Stone, D. 2013. Diatomaceous Earth General Fact Sheet; National Pesticide Information Center, Oregon State University Extension Services. npic.orst.edu/factsheets/degen.html.
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Wow! A great resource, aslan_is_0n_the_m0ve. A wide variety of info.
Welcome, I'll stop stop that scratching. 😂
It kills insects and other creatures zimilar to them by cutting through the waxy coating around bugs that allows them to retain water, causing them to dehydrate rapidly and die.
I had to use it when I had bed bugs in my house.
It stopped the nightmare.
Harris Food Grade. Bought on Amazon and it came with a duster. I used for some ants but mostly bought to add to smoothies. Good stuff. Don’t inhale. It’s very light and powdery, I make a slurry like you would with corn starch and then further dilute and just drink it in a small bowl.
I had a rescue border Collie that was severely infected with worms. He was underweight and gagging all the time I added diatomaceous earth to his food for a couple weeks. did a complete turnaround the gagging quit, he put on weight and his coat was healthy and shiny
Glad to hear your success!
I used it in my vegetable garden.
It's the absolute best for preventing bed bug infestations in your home or apartment.
I dust all of my bed box springs with it. I also dust the underside of my couches with it.
When I lived in apartments I also took off the wall plates on walls that connected to other units and dusted inside of them
Most importantly I dust inside of my luggage under the liner with the stuff. One of the most common ways for people to get bed bugs is picking them up in a hotel while they're traveling. They like to hide in your luggage and hitchhike home with you.
Thank you for the tip.
Also I put on the rabbits I kill to kill the fleas.
It is EXTREMELY important to use food grade. The pool grade is baked and creates crystalline shards that can cause severe damage to the skin and organs when inhaled. They use it as filter material . This one place cost does matter. Food grade is your friend. Please please please educate yourself on this.
I kill bugs in the kitchen with Pam cooking spray. The oil plugs their breathing pores i guess. You can also use it to form a sticky barrier that bugs will not cross.
I figured it's a lot safer than raid.
I put a line of DE on my door stoops over 6 months ago. Have not seen a spider in the house since (except those tiny ones that like my house plants).
Great post and great synchronicity. I was just trying to figure out what I need to use to treat my house.
I tried using it alone last year to help keep earwigs off some of my garden veg and it didn't do the trick, though it helped. I still had to put out my home made "traps". My traps are small empty yogurt containers with an inch or 2 of veg. oil. I saw suggestions to add soy sauce but I didn't have any, and it turns out oil by itself is enough. I can't believe how many darn earwigs are in my yard, even after killing a bunch of them.
Used that stuff in a perimeter around a bedroom to kill bed bugs. Apparently some guy slept in these peoples guest room and infested it.
I put it down around the walls and in front of the doors to block escape, then I aimed two of those bazooka tube style propane heaters into the room from the outside, through the windows. The room got up to around 120 degrees and I kept it there for a good three hours. After all that, what was left were a bunch of dead bugs and melted candles :p
The people at that house told me they never had another problem with them
Boric acid also kills pest while being kinda safe. It works different from D.E.