Diatomaceous Earth reviews PLEASE..

dancinstallion said:
Did they say how it helped them with the joint issues?
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I want to know this too. I have a slight pain from tendinitis in my wrist and hoping DE could help heal and alleviate the pain. I'll start taking it again today. I had stopped taking it for a few weeks but it seems that was a mistake:sad:.
 
Hairgrowth, don't know but my little 11 year old dog has been eating it for the last three days as have I. My hip no longer hurts, my chronic swollen ankle is normal today. Puppygurl walked a mile today-I had tears in my eyes as she scampered along the way she used to without a limp, no pulling to go back home after 3 blocks, no flopping down in relief when she arrived back home. The only difference was our consumption of the diatomaceous earth. We do believe:yep:.
 
Has anyone seen a difference because of the way they take DE: Heaping TBSP vs. Saturation/Drinking throughout the day?

I've been taking DE since June 28, I think. I started off with the tbsp method, now I'm doing the saturation. I think I like tbsp better, at least at night because I slept so well, and dreamt so vividly.
 
RossBoss said:
Wow, 5 lbs. per week, you must have not been eating anything. This had suppressed my appetite initially, but 2 weeks in, I notice that my appetite is not as suppressed as it was when I first started taking it, I only take 1 tablespoon at night.
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lol. Nah, I definitely ate but I did cut down on junk foods like pizza, burgers, and tacos. I ate mostly chicken (grilled, buffalo, honey bbq, all types) and fruits (i don't like veggies). It's not a diet just cutting back on the "bad stuff." And it just averages out 2 five per week but i'm not sure how much I actually lost each week, I just know the total after 3 weeks. I didn't understand the concept of eating dirt, but with all the benefits I see, I don't care what it is. And it's not even hard (ie nasty) to take, pretty much no taste, esp in milk or protein shake.
 
My SO is taking DE since I've told him about it. However, he's very cautious about breathing it in - even accidentally b/c it can be harmful to the lungs.

I'll update after he's been on it for a while. He's my guinea pig!
 
Oren_Green said:
Has anyone seen a difference because of the way they take DE: Heaping TBSP vs. Saturation/Drinking throughout the day?

I've been taking DE since June 28, I think. I started off with the tbsp method, now I'm doing the saturation. I think I like tbsp better, at least at night because I slept so well, and dreamt so vividly.
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Do you mean eating a tablespoon dry each night? In my mind, both methods are saturation because I always put mine in water.

I've tried both drinking it at night and throughout the day and I haven't noticed a difference. I prefer drinking it throughout the day because I take closer to 3 tablespoons. (No real reason, I just pour it out of the container and I know its a lot more than 1 tablespoon that comes out)

I honestly don't think it matters as long as its mixed with a liquid vs. taking the tablespoon dry. I read somewhere that the acid produced from saturating it in water is better absorbed by the body than just eating the dry DE. I've heard that taking it at night or early in the morning is better than drinking it throughout the day because it won't interfere with any vitamins or supplements that you may be taking during the day.

Hope that helps.

BTW, I'm not sure how much growth I've seen from DE as I don't measure it but it definitely helps with the joints. I don't have a real problem with aches and pains but I remember having some discomfort when I would lay on my side watching tv but it disappeared shortly after I started taking DE.
 
Black Ambrosia said:
Do you mean eating a tablespoon dry each night? In my mind, both methods are saturation because I always put mine in water.
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I dont think anyone is actually ingesting this in dry form. They are mixing it in some liquid or maybe applesauce or something.

When I interpret 'saturation' I'm thinking about what I read as far as putting the TBS in a gal of water and letting the sediment settle to the bottom. You continue to drink the 'sicilica water' throughout the day, instead of one dose.
 
Nasdaq_Diva said:
I dont think anyone is actually ingesting this in dry form. They are mixing it in some liquid or maybe applesauce or something.

When I interpret 'saturation' I'm thinking about what I read as far as putting the TBS in a gal of water and letting the sediment settle to the bottom. You continue to drink the 'sicilica water' throughout the day, instead of one dose.
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That's what I mean.
 
I've gone and clicked to purchase this 3x alone tonight..still haven't pressed 'enter' yet though.

Sheesh, it's NEVER this hard for me to purchase anything online. i'm quick to whip out my card for everything else...I don't know why I'm dragging my feet on this.
 
Nasdaq_Diva said:
I've gone and clicked to purchase this 3x alone tonight..still haven't pressed 'enter' yet though.

Sheesh, it's NEVER this hard for me to purchase anything online. i'm quick to whip out my card for everything else...I don't know why I'm dragging my feet on this.
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LOL. I'm sure it has something to do with the name and the other use for killing bugs.

If I hadn't found it locally, I'm not sure that I would have bought it at all. Not because of the name or the effect on critters, the shipping cost is what got to me. I'm sure some are better than others but I hate the idea of spending as much on the shipping as the product itself. Its just a pet peeve of mine.
 
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Black Ambrosia said:
LOL. I'm sure it has something to do with the name and the other use for killing bugs.

If I hadn't found it locally, I'm not sure that I would have bought it at all. Not because of the name or the effect on critters, the shipping cost is what got to me. I'm sure some are better than others but I hate the idea of spending as much on the shipping as the product itself. Its just a pet peeve of mine.
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You would think...but that's not it.

I made up my mind to purchase this weeks ago, after I read the LHF thread, and then read the entire one over here. Took a LONG time to complete lemme tell you. :yep:

I like to detox/cleanse a few times a year, and I'm debating on using this or juicing. I will have to save up for a juicer...so that's where my debate lies. I'm going to sleep on it. And make my mind up for sure upon waking.

eta: yes, and the shipping is killing me. I really want to buy from earthworks but they are charging darn near $12 for 2.5lbs of powder?!!!!
 
Nasdaq_Diva said:
You would think...but that's not it.

I made up my mind to purchase this weeks ago, after I read the LHF thread, and then read the entire one over here. Took a LONG time to complete lemme tell you. :yep:

I like to detox/cleanse a few times a year, and I'm debating on using this or juicing. I will have to save up for a juicer...so that's where my debate lies. I'm going to sleep on it. And make my mind up for sure upon waking.

eta: yes, and the shipping is killing me. I really want to buy from earthworks but they are charging darn near $12 for 2.5lbs of powder?!!!!
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Just get a pound from valchemy on ebay. It's 7.15 with free shipping and you'll have it in a couple of days. It's only a pound, but that will last you 3 months or so taking a tablespoon a day; it'll last you much longer with the saturation method, as you do not have to change out the tablespoon daily. Actually, I read that 1 tablespoon would keep you in silica water for months.

Remember to keep your DE in an air tight container, however. I did not do this and ruined my first batch when it absorbed the scent of candles that were nearby. Blech...
 
Ok this is weird. DE has ALWAYS given me energy. Now for some reason it makes my sleepy. Which is not a bad thing considering I'm an insomniac.

I would love to be able to take it at night. I'm just remembering what happened the last time I tried that. I stayed up till 5 in the morning. I'm scurred....
 
flowinlocks said:
Ok this is weird. DE has ALWAYS given me energy. Now for some reason it makes my sleepy. Which is not a bad thing considering I'm an insomniac.

I would love to be able to take it at night. I'm just remembering what happened the last time I tried that. I stayed up till 5 in the morning. I'm scurred....
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How long have you been taking DE? Are you taking the same DE that gave you energy before or is this a different brand?

I've been wondering why some people get energized and others get sleepy. Freshwater Organics claims that their DE is very pure so perhaps all DE is not the same.
 
flowinlocks said:
Ok this is weird. DE has ALWAYS given me energy. Now for some reason it makes my sleepy. Which is not a bad thing considering I'm an insomniac.

I would love to be able to take it at night. I'm just remembering what happened the last time I tried that. I stayed up till 5 in the morning. I'm scurred....
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It made me feel a little sleepy today too FL and so I am going to take it before heading to bed tonight.

I know that I will not stop taking it right now because in 3 days of taking DE, my achilles tendon pain has disappeared and the pain in my right wrist tendon has eased considerably.

I :love: this stuff even it is just going to benefit my joints and tendons alone:yep:.
 
Today I'm 3 weeks in with to taking DE. I'm still sleeping well and having A LOT of vivid dreams/nightmares. The other night, I had a dream that I was being chased by fast moving zombies. :spinning: The palpitations that I had have completely stopped *knock on wood*. I think instead of taking DE 30 minutes before I go to bed, I am going to take it a couple of hours before I go to bed because I still feel a little sleepy upon waking up, still energized, but a little sleepy. I am going to start taking it around 6 or 7pm instead of 10pm and see if that helps.
 
Black Ambrosia said:
How long have you been taking DE? Are you taking the same DE that gave you energy before or is this a different brand?

I've been wondering why some people get energized and others get sleepy. Freshwater Organics claims that their DE is very pure so perhaps all DE is not the same.
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Yes it's the same brand I have always used. I got it from more than alive.
In the beginning I got TONS of energy from taking it. I took it for about 2 months. Then I stopped because I was taking another detox. Once I restarted. I noticed the drowsiness. I couldn't figure it out at first. I was taking it every morning for my usual energy. But all of a sudden I started noticing I couldn't keep my eyes open.:yawn:

I have taken it for the past few nights and slept like a baby.


Aggie said:
It made me feel a little sleepy today too FL and so I am going to take it before heading to bed tonight.

I know that I will not stop taking it right now because in 3 days of taking DE, my achilles tendon pain has disappeared and the pain in my right wrist tendon has eased considerably.

I :love: this stuff even it is just going to benefit my joints and tendons alone:yep:.
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I agree on making you joints feel good. Congrats. on you finding something to ease that pain.

I'm also enjoying the nail growth, smooth clear skin, I can't figure out way but softer feet also. Hey I'll take it!:grin:

And with consistent use the tightness and smoothness of the skin on my body has improved.
 
flowinlocks said:
Yes it's the same brand I have always used. I got it from more than alive.
In the beginning I got TONS of energy from taking it. I took it for about 2 months. Then I stopped because I was taking another detox. Once I restarted. I noticed the drowsiness. I couldn't figure it out at first. I was taking it every morning for my usual energy. But all of a sudden I started noticing I couldn't keep my eyes open.:yawn:

I have taken it for the past few nights and slept like a baby.
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How many hours before bedtime are you taking it? How much are you taking each day?
 
RossBoss said:
Today I'm 3 weeks in with to taking DE. I'm still sleeping well and having A LOT of vivid dreams/nightmares. The other night, I had a dream that I was being chased by fast moving zombies. :spinning: The palpitations that I had have completely stopped *knock on wood*. I think instead of taking DE 30 minutes before I go to bed, I am going to take it a couple of hours before I go to bed because I still feel a little sleepy upon waking up, still energized, but a little sleepy. I am going to start taking it around 6 or 7pm instead of 10pm and see if that helps.
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:blush: Sorry to hear about your nightmares... That sounds like a side effect of MSM. I didn't get nightmares, but I def. had the vivid dreams. If if makes you drowsey. Yes taking if a bit earlier does help with this, although I've never had this side effect with the DE.

The trick will be to take it early enough to not have that effect when you go to sleep, but to early so you're sleepy in the day. I say your idea of taking it around 7pm is cool if you're going to bed at 10:00.
 
flowinlocks said:
I tried it about an hour before bed last night and I didn't have any problems.
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Thanks. The DE also seems to have made my menstrual flow lighter. I am usually on for 7 days but it seems like it might be 5 days now. I remember reading earlier in the thread that somebody said that it had shortened her cycle as well.
 
RossBoss said:
Thanks. The DE also seems to have made my menstrual flow lighter. I am usually on for 7 days but it seems like it might be 5 days now. I remember reading earlier in the thread that somebody said that it had shortened her cycle as well.
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I can't remember if my flow was lighter, but it def. helps a bit with cramps.
 
Nasdaq_Diva said:
You would think...but that's not it.

I made up my mind to purchase this weeks ago, after I read the LHF thread, and then read the entire one over here. Took a LONG time to complete lemme tell you. :yep:

I like to detox/cleanse a few times a year, and I'm debating on using this or juicing. I will have to save up for a juicer...so that's where my debate lies. I'm going to sleep on it. And make my mind up for sure upon waking.

eta: yes, and the shipping is killing me. I really want to buy from earthworks but they are charging darn near $12 for 2.5lbs of powder?!!!!
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Thank you for reading as many of the questions being asked are within this thread....
 
Oren_Green said:
Has anyone seen a difference because of the way they take DE: Heaping TBSP vs. Saturation/Drinking throughout the day?

I've been taking DE since June 28, I think. I started off with the tbsp method, now I'm doing the saturation. I think I like tbsp better, at least at night because I slept so well, and dreamt so vividly.
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Honestly, I don't have the patience for the saturation method. I just do a teaspoon to about 8 ounces of cranberry juice and it works for me.
 
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PirateJenny, I didn't realize your OP was more about Shapley's MTG! That's funny! All this time I thought it was all about DE.

I read "Cat Woman's" post about DE over on hennaforhair.com. It is very concerning to me. Her husband had to take ibuprophen for an injury, and apparently the DE had stripped the mucous from his stomach, so the ibuprophen caused severe gastritis/intense pain that caused him to go to the hospital in an ambulance, stay there for a multi-day visit, and he is still off work. THe pain was very intense and long lasting for him. Wow. This is not good at all. I think I might switch to a low dose of that liquid silica (the bad tasting one)...I don't know....
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PirateJenny, I didn't realize your OP was more about Shapley's MTG! That's funny! All this time I thought it was all about DE.

I read "Cat Woman's" post about DE over on hennaforhair.com. It is very concerning to me. Her husband had to take ibuprophen for an injury, and apparently the DE had stripped the mucous from his stomach, so the ibuprophen caused severe gastritis/intense pain that caused him to go to the hospital in an ambulance, stay there for a multi-day visit, and he is still off work. THe pain was very intense and long lasting for him. Wow. This is not good at all. I think I might switch to a low dose of that liquid silica (the bad tasting one)...I don't know....this is where my issue lies. if it's really sharp, do we want that traveling along our insides?
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I saw this posting a while back and that is why I emphasize to everyone that is their responsibility to do their research and consult their physician. I did this before starting DE - as I am not that keen on being my own guinea pig.

I honestly think that this is an isolated incident - and I honestly would need know more to substantiate it. We don't know if he was taking anything else or what his current condition was before he started taking DE or even if it was the DE that caused this...in my mind it left too many unanswered questions -

I have taken ibuprofen, acetaminophen, Vicodin, etc and all they did was relieve my pain - not increased it...
 
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