Diatomaceous Earth Health Benefits

  People have been using diatomaceous earth to kill insects since at least the early 1900s. It was used to control cockroaches, ants, fleas, and fungus. However, it did not stop there. Diatomaceous Earth has also proven very effective in killing bacteria, fungi, mold, and viruses. Below we will learn about some of the other benefits of diatomaceous earth for fleas. One of the most common health benefits of diatomaceous earth for fleas is the fact that it is a natural powder form that is safe for humans to breathe. As noted above, it all comes from a naturally occurring sea snail. So, it's important to remember that each kind of diatomaceous earth may have a slightly different composition, but they all contain a wide range of key ingredients that will work together to control ticks, fleas, mold, and viruses. Many pet owners wonder if it would be okay to use this type of treatment for their beloved pets. The answer to that question is yes as long as you do not make the environment t...

  Diatomaceous Earth benefits the home gardener in several different ways. If you are thinking about starting a new organic garden or have been thinking of expanding your existing garden then you will want to add Diatomaceous Earth to your soil. By making use of Diatomaceous Earth you will be protecting your plants and your garden from one of the most common pests in North America today; bed bugs. Bed bugs come from the earth and can wreak havoc on your garden. The adult bug is about.5 inches long and white with dark spots on the back. They feed on dead leaves and buds, or other decaying organic matter. You will see the dark spots as the bug eats through your plant, this is where the damage will occur. The adult bugs leave residue in the soil and this is how your plants are being attacked and the reason you have not seen any visible damage to your plants when using Diatomaceous Earth. The diatomaceous earth absorbs the bug's energy and then releases it as a powdery dust that the b...