Angels4 Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 I just recieved a 5lb bag of DE for the girls. I googled DE to see how to mix it with the layers mash and was suprised to read about people consuming it. Have any of you ever tried this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 Not yet! Tell us more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angels4 Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 What I've read is that people that are using DE is that is lowers blood pressure, cholesterol, helps with joint pain, cleans the colon, and just makes people feel better. When I get home from work this evening I'll try to figure out how to post a link to the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 Assuming you mean Diatomaceous earth Quite a few people use it for parasite control Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angels4 Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 Not yet! Tell us more. I couldn't figure how to do a link but here is the name of the site (listed below). There are testimonals from people whosay they use diatomaceous earth for all types of aliments with great success. I'm not sure I want to try this based on the opinions of strangers so was wondering if any of your friendly Omleteers had tried it. If you have how do you use it and whats it taste like? www.earthworkshealth.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Fascinating! Have you tried it yet Angels 4? Where is the form member who studied diatoms for their higher degree? I wonder if they know about human use? Can we buy food grade DE in the UK, I wonder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 A load of us bought a part sack that was imported a while back and it got stuck in customs for ages Then Nicola sent us out our share which arrived when I had a lodger staying and it was hilarious when I opened my jiffy bag containing a clear bag of unmarked white powder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 The one that Wiggly Wigglers sell is supposed to be food grade. I can't see that it'd harm humans (Louise, and ideas?). I give it to all my animals in their feed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 So....who is going to try it first? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angels4 Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 So....who is going to try it first? I'm going to do a little more research first, and I will let you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 The link posted quotes someone mixing it with water. I haven't tried this, but guess that it's float on the top and not mix in. I will try to remember to bung some in water later and see what happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 It definitely won't dissolve but you may be able to mix it into a paste if you use a little water Shouldn't think it would harm a human but I am not about to try it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 I tried to dissolve it and it won't mix with the water as Louise says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angels4 Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 I tried it with water and it didn't work, So now I'm mixing it in with my yougurt (one heaping tablespoon full). I will either let you all know how it's going, or I will stop posting because I've been poisoned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChicken04x Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Interesting . I need to order some more for the chooks. I just know temptation will get the better of me and I'll have to dip my finger in . Is it the same stuff on Omlet? If it's all natural it shouldn't do any harm will it? I am slightly worried about Angels4, he hasn't posted for a while . xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angels4 Posted August 9, 2008 Author Share Posted August 9, 2008 No worries....I'm still here. I'm not sure of the DE sold through Omlet (as I'm in the US) but I got my food grade DE certified organic and all natural by OMRI (Organic Materials Review Institute) from a company here called My Pet Chicken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChicken04x Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Hmmm even more interesting . I like the idea of having glossier hair (it's been dyed too many times!) Also something about helping prevent cancer, which my family has a long history of. Also stronger joints, I've become a bit weaker with my M.E and would rather not take tablets for. I might give it a try. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 I think the health/benefit claims relate to silica. As DE is predominantly Silica (84% according to that website), then the health benefits of DE are assumed. If you see what I mean. So, if you want the health benefits, consume silica. And they are promoting DE as a source of Silica. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angels4 Posted August 16, 2008 Author Share Posted August 16, 2008 Feeling great and still using DE (food grade) in my yogurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Hi Mark, good to hear from you. What sort of differences have you noticed since you started eating it? Is there anything specific (like the article claims), or is it more of a general feeling of wellness? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angels4 Posted August 16, 2008 Author Share Posted August 16, 2008 More an overall feeling of wellnes, I can say though friends and family are commenting on my skin. I'm hearing alot of "Someone got some sun." I haven't, as I'm not the type to just sit in the sun and bake. What I'm hoping for is on my next doctors visit to be told my blood pressure and cholesterol go down. Also during a pedicure, I recieved a fungus in one of my toes under the nail, which is very hard to clear up without medication I've taken some before pictures (which I promise I won't share) and I'm hoping the after pictures will show a clear, fungus free nail bed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Thank you for that. I might try it, if I can find some food grade DE in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
