1/2" growth in ONLY 4 DAYS!!!! do you believe it?

[pink219]

I was lurking on the Long Hair Community forum and came across a lady who used Diatomaceous Earth (DE) and her hair grew 1/2 inch in only 4 days! http://www.longhaircommunity.com/showthread.php?t=34933

I posted in some other Diatomaceous Earth thread... but it seems like not a lot of people know about this DE (I don't either).

I ordered a bag of it (I'm down to try just about anything), there's only one thing I'm weary of... those dang worms! I keep hearing about how DE cleans/de-worms your system as well (good, wonderful, great!), but if I see a worm come out in the potty it's over!

I'll give it a try though, wish me luck!

(Do you believe that lady and her hair growth?)

 

[Skiggle]

I was lurking on the Long Hair Community forum and came across a lady who used Diatomaceous Earth (DE) and her hair grew 1/2 inch in only 4 days! http://www.longhaircommunity.com/showthread.php?t=34933

I posted in some other Diatomaceous Earth thread... but it seems like not a lot of people know about this DE (I don't either).

I ordered a bag of it (I'm down to try just about anything), there's only one thing I'm weary of... those dang worms! I keep hearing about how DE cleans/de-worms your system as well (good, wonderful, great!), but if I see a worm come out in the potty it's over!

I'll give it a try though, wish me luck!

(Do you believe that lady and her hair growth?)

nono:


Good luck, I know I could not do it.

 

[Trini_Chutney]

Heck no I don't believe that ish!!!!!

 

[SelahOco]

You have to eat them?

 

[pink219]

You have to eat them?

DE looks like flour (or close to it) DE has a high concentration of silica from my understanding.

How Diatomaceous Earth Works

When Diatomaceous Earth is taken into the body it starts working in 3 different ways:


1st: As it moves through the stomach and digestive tract, it attracts and absorbs bacteria, fungi, protozoa, viruses, endotoxins, pesticide and drug residues, E-Coli, and heavy metals. These toxins are trapped and passed out of the body. In addition, any larger parasites that happen to be in the stomach of digestive tract are "cut up" and killed by the sharp edges of the DE. All of these activities result in a much healthier body with less sickness. We often hear the phrase "I just feel better" with our DE users. This better feeling comes from all the "junk" being removed from the body and by giving our immune system the "jump start" it needs.


2nd: Diatomaceous Earth is very hard. On the hardness scale where diamonds are a 9, DE is a 7. This is very important, because as those millions of tiny hard and sharp DE cylinders pass through the small and large intestines, they "scrub" the walls. After only a few months of taking DE, the intestine wall is no longer coated with mucus and molds but CLEAN!! The advantages of this are:
1. Regular bowel movements (This is the #1 comment everyone makes about DE)
2. Healthier Colon. This is especially important as we get older. A clean healthy colon keeps away polyps, cancers, and ulcers. Today, many are spending thousands of dollars to get colonics to do the same thing as DE does. Many users report increased energy and needing less sleep. This is a result of all the food and nutrients that are taken in being better absorbed into the blood stream. With a coated colon--many nutrients never get absorbed.


3rd: A small amount of Diatomaceous Earth gets absorbed into the blood stream as silica. One of the benefits of Silica is that it helps to destroy bad fats. Everyone that we know that is taking DE has lowered their cholesterol by 40-50 points. Everyone is also amazed at how their high blood pressure goes down.


The benefits of silica are many. In today's grains, there is actually a shortage of silica. Years ago, the silica found in our foodstuffs was adequate, but with today's hybrids and depleted soils, only about 1/3 of the silica needed is supplied in our food. DE is a simple and inexpensive way to get the silica your body needs.

http://www.morethanalive.com/dep

 

[Shoediva]

I would email her and ask to see pics...I need TO SEE this miracle growth..1/2 inch in a week ummm hmmm!. The further I read the stuff she taking she purchased from a Garden store (non-toxic insectacide) that she gave to her cat as well..

Anything used to dework cats cannot be safe for Humans, dont do it girl!

 

[Auburn]

I read that thread but I dont remember ever coming across pictures so ummmmm....

and she was also doing MTG.

 

[Everything Zen]

I don't know about anyone else but I always get a little disturbed when I hear about extreme results using supplements. I don't care if it's a half inch of growth in 4 days or losing 3 dress sizes in 5 days- that mess is not natural and there has got to be a drawback somewhere. Of course I love jumping on a good product bandwagon every once in a while as long as there are enough lab rats
Good luck! Just be careful

 

[natura87]

If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. I will take my "slow as a snail "growth over possible worm infestation and lord know what else.

 

[Esq.2B]

You have to eat them?

LMMFAO!!!

 

[Junebug D]

Some of their results are indeed impressive... but that stuff sounds scary!

 

[danigurl18]

If I saw a worm, I don't know what I would do.. Keep us posted!

 

[flowinlocks]

I read that thread but I dont remember ever coming across pictures so ummmmm....

and she was also doing MTG.

I was thinking the same thing when I read that thread a while back.

 

[BlackMasterPiece]

Its important to bear in mind that there are healthy bacteria and other organisms that exist in the body that are pivotal to maintaining a healthy system so I would be wary of anything that wipes everything out altogether.

I don't really buy the whole half inch in 4 days thing.

Just do the right things to your hair and you'll retain growth....why is everyone tryna get 12' overnight.

The less you worry about your hair the more it'll thrive

 

[pink219]

true...instead of ingesting this stuff, I'm just gonna mix it with my face wash and use it to exfoliate instead.

 

[Serenity_Peace]

I was lurking on the Long Hair Community forum and came across a lady who used Diatomaceous Earth (DE) and her hair grew 1/2 inch in only 4 days! http://www.longhaircommunity.com/showthread.php?t=34933

I posted in some other Diatomaceous Earth thread... but it seems like not a lot of people know about this DE (I don't either).

I ordered a bag of it (I'm down to try just about anything), there's only one thing I'm weary of... those dang worms! I keep hearing about how DE cleans/de-worms your system as well (good, wonderful, great!), but if I see a worm come out in the potty it's over!

I'll give it a try though, wish me luck!

(Do you believe that lady and her hair growth?)

I need to stop being lazy and take the stuff. Put it in your bottled water and drink. I'm being really lazy about staying on top of it.

 

[Auburn]

If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. I will take my "slow as a snail "growth over possible worm infestation and lord know what else.

Im confused. What do you mean?
The worms are not IN DE. It helps living things get RID of worms.

 

[pink219]

I think yall might be right. I might not want to take the risk...it's enough that I'm sippin on raw eggs after reading that "drink your way to waist lengh hair" thread. But it's tempting... IDK?

(side note: Raw eggs aren't that bad BTW.)

 

[JJamiah]

I have used DE to get rid of Pest in my home, Deworm my pets. It is safe for human consumption as long as you get the food grade and not the POOL GRADE!

It is used to get rid of worms inside people like tape worms as well as to deworm your pets. There is no worms in DE. They are great for your garden as well limited use, the problem with DE that farmers say they kill beneficial pest as well as harmful pest. I know I had crickets in my home and DE killed them, I was comfortable just removing the crickets to the outside but unfortunately they go in the mix and there was nothing I could do. They are harmful to insects and worms. Not to us or our pets!

Some people injest DE daily in their diets many use it in their pets diets to keep them worm free.

I keep 2-3 pounds of DE in my home at all times but I'd not use this as a hair growth aid. I use it to put in my garden and to Deworm the girls (my kitties).


Oh and No I don't believe she got 1/2 inch of growth using DE.

 

[LadyPaniolo]

Yeah, I read that thread too, and frankly, I gave it the side eye. I, for one, believe nothing without pics. Well, maybe I'll believe basic *believable* stuff.. but not some off the wall mess like .5 inch in 4 days.

I have also been on this board long enough to have seen 5011 bandwagons where members claim to have gotten these amazing lengths and it's the next best thing to having Jesus anoint your scalp yet those same posters are here years later with no appreciable length.

So I will not be taking DE. I take my vitamins, I protect my hair, I moisturize it and give it protein. That's all. Perhaps I could be getting a foot per month but I'm pleased with the growth and retention I've had thus far with my simple ways.

 

[Kash]

Its important to bear in mind that there are healthy bacteria and other organisms that exist in the body that are pivotal to maintaining a healthy system so I would be wary of anything that wipes everything out altogether.

I don't really buy the whole half inch in 4 days thing.

Just do the right things to your hair and you'll retain growth....why is everyone tryna get 12' overnight.

The less you worry about your hair the more it'll thrive

great post bmp!
yeah i guess women will always be searching for that miracle, super duper fast hair growth potion.

 

[natura87]

Im confused. What do you mean?
The worms are not IN DE. It helps living things get RID of worms.

Oh, well then I must have read that wrong. Either way...your body needs bacteria...I am not getting rid of what the good lord intended for temporary vanity. Who knows what the side affects are?

I won't be anyone's crash test dummy.

 

[blue_flower]

It's your thang!

 

[Auburn]

Oh, well then I must have read that wrong. Either way...your body needs bacteria...I am not getting rid of what the good lord intended for temporary vanity. Who knows what the side affects are?

I won't be anyone's crash test dummy.

It doesn't harm the good bacteria.
The side effects, if any, are detoxing.

 

[Mane Event]

erplexed "i gave it to my cat as a dewormer and his fur got really soft, so i figured i'd try it too" erplexed

I'm a any-means-necessary kinda gal too but please do your research first. The quote from above is just a little scary. Keep us posted on your results!

 

[sparklebh]

Food grade diatomaceous earth has excellent health benefits for humans. Taken daily, it helps eliminate all intestinal worms and parasites from the body and keeps the bowels clean. Food grade DE is also known to sweep some bacteria out of the system, but DE does NOT kill the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Most people who consume food grade DE take it on a daily basis, ourselves, employees, and children included. DE contains 15 naturally occurring minerals that are excellent for the body. These minerals promote healthier, shinier hair, skin and nails.

In 1939, the Nobel Prize winner for chemistry, Professor Adolf Butenandt, proved that life cannot exist without Silica.

In the 2003 book "Water & Salt" Dr. Barbara Hendel stated: "Silica is the most important trace mineral for human health!"

NOTE: ALL references to diatomaceous earth on this page refer ONLY to FOOD GRADE diatomaceous earth, unless otherwise advised. NEVER use pool filter grade grade or diatomaceous earth internally or in your home or on your animals, unless it is FOOD GRADE!

First, in an effort to save time and repetition realize there is a bunch of essential food grade diatomaceous earth information on our other web pages in the link box above. This webpage will NOT duplicate the information found in the webpages above, so please read the information on those webpages for more information about the health and natural insecticidal benefits and the many uses of food grade diatomaceous earth.

Food grade diatomaceous earth is a natural powder that works in a purely physical/mechanical manner, not ‘chemical’ and thus has no chemical toxicity. Best yet, parasites don’t build up a tolerance/immunity to its chemical reaction, so rotation of wormers or chemical insecticides is unnecessary. Food grade DE has NO odor.

Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is 85% Amorphous Silica!

Silica is the most plentiful element on earth, following oxygen; but there are very few foods that contain an adequate amount to supply the quantity your body needs. Silica is crucial to bones, tendons, skin, cartilage and blood vessels. Silica is even located in the blood itself and important organs such as the liver, heart, and lungs. The average human body holds approximately 7 grams of silica, a quantity far exceeding the figures for other important minerals such as iron.

It is as important to provide the body dietary sources of Silica early in life as it is during the aging process when Silica levels in tissue usually drop off steeply. Silica plays an important role in many body functions. Silica has an exact absolute influence on absorption of all minerals that the body requires to maintain health. It adds to the quality of life!

Silica does not accumulate in the body; it is water soluble, is easily absorbed by the intestinal wall and rapidly excreted, so daily consumption is important. Studies have not found any negative side effects from too much Silica.

Food Grade Diatomaceous earth is a 100% natural and organic source of silica, it is safe for the environment, pets, livestock, and people. It is taken from fresh water deposits and is the purest form available. Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is not actually an "earth" but it is the fossilized remains of microscopic shells created by one celled plants called DIATOMS.

When taken internally, many health benefits have been observed. The biggest benefits seen have been lower cholesterol, lowering of blood pressure, relief from arthritis pain, increased energy, more regular bowel movements, smoother complexion, and sinus and cough relief. It is estimated that there are more than 1,500 ways DE is beneficial to humans, plants, and animals.

As a daily supplement, many believe that its most beneficial use is for internal cleansing by aiding in the elimination of intestinal parasites, which are not able to develop an immunity to the sharp edges of DE.

DE can also detox the body. According to a top cancer researcher, it is also the best natural chelating product available for pulling heavy metals from the bloodstream. Many believe that the increase in the number of cases of Heavy metal poisoning has occurred in part due to mercury in vaccines, fluoridated water, deodorants with aluminum, some seafood, foil wrap, cooking in aluminum cookware, soda/energy/beer aluminum cans, and a number of other ways.

DE has many health benefits. Years ago the silica in our food was adequate, but with today�s hybrids and depleted soils, only about 1/3 of the silica needed is supplied in our food. Diatomaceous Earth is a simple and inexpensive way to get the silica your body needs. Food grade diatomaceous earth - aka Food Chemical Codex Grade contains 85% amorphous silica.

The micro-fossil deposits, also known as Amorphous Silica, are mined from ancient dried lake bottoms thousands of years old. When magnified 7000x, diatomaceous earth looks like spiny honeycombs. Food Grade DE is completely safe and non toxic. Milling produces different sized, shaped, and colored particles. Diatomaceous earth is used in paints, cosmetics, drugs, chemical insecticides, etc. Filtering and filler are two main uses and it is important not to use the filtering type for agricultural purposes....USE ONLY FOOD GRADE DIATOMACEOUS EARTH.

How does food grade diatomaceous earth work?

When DE is taken into the body it does its work in 3 different ways:

1. DE looks like a cylinder/honeycomb full of holes. This cylinder/honeycomb has a very strong negative charge. As the millions of cylinders move through the stomach and digestive tract, they attract and absorb bacteria, fungi, protozoa, viruses, endotoxins, pesticide, and drug residues, E-Coli, and heavy metals. These pathogens are trapped inside the cylinder and passed out of the body. Additionally, any larger parasites that happen to be in the stomach or digestive tract are "cut up" and killed by the sharp edges of the DE. All of these activities result in a much healthier body with less sickness. Our clients tell us they feel better, their hair has never been so soft, since taking DE daily, their naturopathic physician muscle tested them for DE and their body has a very strong need for it, they feel better, We often hear the phrase "I just feel better" with our Diatomaceous Earth users. This better feeling comes from all the "junk" being removed from the body and boosting our immune systems.

2. DE is very hard. On the hardness scale diamonds are a 9, DE is a 7. This is very important, because as those millions of tiny hard and sharp D E cylinders pass through the small and large intestines, they "scrub" the walls (Note they do not harm the intestinal wall). After only a few months of taking Diatomaceous Earth, the intestine wall is no longer coated with mucus, gunk, and molds! Thus, DE helps promote regular bowel movements and a healthier colon. A clean healthy colon prevents polyps, cancers, ulcers, and continued toxification of the body that a dirty colon produces. This day in age, many people are doing colonix and detox programs, hydro colonic therapy, etc. and DE helps promote this same type of cleansing. People report increased energy, better sleep, and/or needing less sleep. This is a result of the food and nutrients that are taken into the body being better absorbed into the blood stream. A coated, toxic colon does not allow many nutrients from our food to be properly absorbed. A toxic colon and intestinal tract can also result in overweight and obesity, as people lack the proper nutrients their body needs to promote optimum health, so they, and their pets, continue to eat more food in an attempt to obtain the nutrients their bodies are lacking from being toxic.

3. A small amount of food grade diatomaceous earth is absorbed into the blood stream. As it moves throughout the body they clean and breakup plaque in the blood vessels and also destroy bad fats. Many have lowered their cholesterol by 40-50 points; many notice that their high blood pressure goes down. As the DE eventually dissolves in the blood, the many health benefits of the silica content are realized.

How do humans take food grade diatomaceous earth?

People are always asking me, how to take diatomaceous earth. There is NO one perfect way to take DE. I KNOW you are already disappointed with this fact, as you were hoping there was ONLY ONE "Perfect" way to take it. (Sorry 'bout that) Everyone's' preferences are different. Some people take 1 heaping tsp. in a glass of water prior to each meal, 3x/day and swear by DE's wonderful health benefits keeping acne away, clean clear skin, better sleep, more energy, stronger hair and nails. Others take a heaping tablespoon just before bedtime, figuring it's best to take it away from food because of its detox benefits. Others take it in the morning in their juice. Still others put it in their protein drink, smoothies, morning coffee, etc. Whether you take DE once/day or 3x/day, everyone reports effectiveness and better health.

"I" take 2 tbsps. of DE daily with a very small amount of water, just enough to make it fluid (like water). I'm not interested in tasting the DE in a full 8 ounce glass of water. I stir it up well and immediately consume before the DE has a chance to settle at the bottom of the glass. I don't care for the taste of DE in my orange juice, but others like DE in their juice, coffee, protein drink, smoothies, etc.

 

[sparklebh]

DE doesn't taste bad, nor nearly as horrible as many herbs taste. It tastes like dirt to me (now you're wondering if I run around eating dirt...). Okay, so I do, especially that wonderful rich smelling soil! )

Numerous people advise that their Iridologist or Natural Care Physicians muscle test them with DE and find that their bodies test VERY strong for it which means they need the DE. Then of course, they ask them what it is and then these natural care professionals contact me for more information about food grade diatomaceous earth.

Many women advise their hair has never been so soft as it is now since taking DE. Others advise of cleaner clear complexions, when previously they had acne trouble. Still others notice an increase in energy levels and others advise it keeps their bowels clean and helps them sleep better.

Many of our diatomaceous earth customers, including myself, had fed diatomaceous earth to their animal companions daily for years. And then one day, we all figured, gee, we're giving this to our furry and feathered family members to help keep them healthy and parasite/worm free, maybe we should take it ourselves and reap the same benefits...not sure why it took so long for the "light bulb" to go on, but at least it finally did.

Some people do notice funny, strange, or gross things in their bowel movements. Some choose to look and others don't want to know. Obviously, this is a personal choice for each of us to make, but the bottom line is it is effective in increasing our health status, as removal of internal parasites and worms will allow us to more properly absorb the nutrients from our food, as the worms/parasites will not be eating our food or sucking our blood.

Is food grade diatomaceous earth safe to take during pregnancy? Yes, DE is excellent for those who are pregnant and not pregnant alike. During pregnancy, it is best to start with a small dose - 1/2 tsp. daily for the first few days or weeks if needed, making sure to drink plenty of clean fresh pure water (not city tap water) to help sweep toxins out of the body and slowly increase the dose as the pregnant mom-to-be feels fit to do so. This helps prevent a heavy detox by starting out with a heaping tbsp. daily.

Since DE eliminates all intestinal worms and parasites when fed in adequate daily doses, this means the body will better absorb the nutrients from the food the person is consuming as these worms and parasites aren't consuming the nutritional value of the food and sucking the blood, which in turn provides higher quality nutrients to the unborn fetus, making it stronger and healthier as well. Note, DE will not be effective as a natural wormer for the unborn fetus, but can be given in small amounts in bottle feedings once the baby is born.

CAUTIONS:

· DE manufacturers who work in diatomaceous earth mines 5 days/week advise inhaling it is not a problem (though of course, don't be snuffing it) and we have not had problems when inhaling DE in small amounts. IF you have asthma or some other lung ailment, either wear a mask or be very careful when using food grade diatomaceous earth.

· Do NOT get diatomaceous earth in the eyes. DE is drying to the eyes, so do NOT put it out when you or your pets are down wind of it. DE is drying to your skin, hands, and feet, just as it can be to your pets.

· Do NOT use heavily in carpet. Some advise too much DE causes vacuum problems.

· NEVER use pool filter grade DE around animals. It can poison or kill them.

· Some people experience a healing crisis (detox reaction) when beginning DE consumption. If this occurs, reduce the dose, till your body is cleansed, and then increase to the RDA.

· Remember, DE will kill beneficial insects as well, so use accordingly.

FOOD GRADE DIATOMACEOUS EARTH BENEFITS SUMMARY:

· Natural wormer – eliminates many parasites without chemicals
· Safe, non-toxic, parasites don’t build immunity as they do with traditional wormers
· 15 trace minerals – great for animals, humans, plants, and soil
· No feed withdrawal for milk or feed animals
· Decreased mastitis
· Reduced scours
· Decreased mortality
· Better feed conversion
· Helps detox heavy metals, E.coli, bacteria, viruses, etc.
· Promotes shinier coats
· Digestive aid
· Colon cleanser
· Better production
· Better overall health
· Eliminates pests in stored grains
· Reduces flies, fleas, ticks, etc.
· Reduces manure odor
· Drying agent
· Reduces moisture and pests in barns, coops, kennel, litter boxes, compost piles, and other moist areas
· Antifungal properties – good for garden fungal growth
· Reduces overall animal stress
· Cost effective
· DE health benefits mean reduction in vet bills and disease-ease

 

[PearlyCurly]

I didnt read the thread really but the entire thing has me , cause i dont get it Is it worms? Do you eat the worms?? What is it? Wheres the worms?

And what happen to just fruit,veggies, & water? why do you have to eat something like that to get hair growth? Why all this vagina cream, oily stuff that smells like bacon, & HORSE products?? Why not just protect your hair and give it some moisture & protien..its that simple! IMO Just a little TLC!

 

[JJamiah]

Personally I Wouldn't buy this for hair growth or advise anyone to do so, but here is a link if you want to know health reasons to take DE or for your pets.

http://wolfcreekranch1.tripod.com/defaq.html

 

[natura87]

It doesn't harm the good bacteria.
The side effects, if any, are detoxing.

Ehh, to each there own . I am not willing to risk my health and waste good money on something that seems so risky. There are other ways of detoxing and other ways of growing hair. It seems like people will latch on to this without proper research and end up harming themselves. Not everyone is going to go look it up...some people will just ingest it and disregard the possible consequences.