How to apply diatomite in the home

What do garden ants, healthy nails and winter garlic have in common? All of them are united by diatomite - a small powder from fossilized skeletons of microscopic fossil algae. It is also called kizelguhr, or mountain flour.



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By the number of applications, this substance can only be compared with soda. In Europe, it is known as a popular food additive that improves the condition of hair, nails, bones and joints, and the Russian-speaking consumer is familiar with diatomite as a fertilizer and insect control.





"Site" He will tell you about the amazing properties of mountain flour and name ten reasons why you should get acquainted with this universal natural substance.

Diatomite garden protects plants from disease and decay, improves the nutritional properties of the soil, deoxidizes it, increases yield. The composition of mountain flour is dominated by silicon, its more than 90%. Included in it and other useful substances - phosphorus, calcium, magnesium.





Diatomite has great porosity and good adsorption. Its absorption capacity is much higher than that of activated carbon. Therefore diatomite It is used in the production of filters, cosmetics and cleaning products.





Diatomite is used as a valuable source of silicon. The only known drawback is its ability to irritate the lungs when inhaled. After all, the size of diatomite particles is very small – 10–30 microns. For comparison, the average size of an ant is 1.5 mm or 1500 microns.

10 ways to use diatomite

1. Getting rid of insects
   Mountain flour An inexpensive and effective alternative to chemical poisons. It is non-toxic to children, birds and pets, but it destroys ants, fleas, cockroaches, bedbugs and other insects. Diatomite particles affect the insect in a contact way: getting on its body, they cause numerous damage to the protective outer wax layer. This leads to dehydration of the insect and its rapid death.
   
   On the basis of diatomite, a natural insecticide Ecokiller has been developed, which effectively copes with pests and does not harm the ecological purity of your crop.
   
   
   
   
   
2. Improves soil composition and plant yield
   One of the environmentally friendly soil improvers given to us by nature itself is garden diatomite. It is used to improve soil composition, preserve crops and control pests. Heavy clay and low-fertile soils after the introduction of diatomite become looser and breathable, and in light soils mixed with mountain flour, water lingers longer.
   
   To preserve the harvest, root crops are put in wooden or plastic containers and poured with diatomite earth. This method of storage will protect vegetables from mold and fungus.
   
   
   
   
   
3. Helps with cleaning.
   If you sprinkle a little powder on the surface of the toilet or bath, you can much easier and faster get rid of old contaminants.
   
   
   
4. It saturates the body with silicon
   Unfortunately, modern man is experiencing a serious deficiency of silicon. The fact is that this element is easily destroyed during canning and in general any processing. This is the kind of food we eat most of the time. Silicon is the basic building material for so-called flexible body structures, like calcium for bones. Flexible structures include connective tissue - veins, arteries, joints, cartilage, tendons, various mucous membranes
   
   As a mineral supplement, take 1 teaspoon with a slide, dissolved in a glass of water (juice, kefir), during meals or between meals 1-3 times a day.
   
   
   
   
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5. Strengthens bones, nails and hair
   Lack of silicon is one of the main causes of poor nail condition of hair and skin. Silicon-rich diatomite is involved in the assimilation of more than 70 mineral salts and vitamins by the body, promotes calcium absorption and bone growth, prevents osteoporosis, restores joint function.
6. Strengthens and cleanses teeth
   For mineralization of tooth enamel and for hypersensitivity, dilute 0.5 teaspoon of diatomite in 2 tablespoons of water and keep in your mouth for 20 minutes. Don't rinse your mouth after that! Do this just before bedtime 1-8 weeks. Diatomite can also be used to brush your teeth.
   
   
   
7. Improves skin condition
   A mixture of mountain flour, water and milk (or aloe juice) will serve as a beautiful face mask. Diatomite saturates minerals and helps get rid of dying skin. The mixture should be soft and creamy. Just use it instead of the usual face mask.
   
   
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8. Helps in the fight against intestinal parasites
   The positive effect of diatomite on the body is to destroy intestinal parasites, maintain the balance of intestinal flora and absorb toxins. Diatomite cleanses the intestines perfectly.
9. Cleanses the body of toxins and poisons
   Food diatomite absorbs methylmercury, E. coli, endotoxins, viruses, residues of organophosphorus pesticides and drugs. For cleansing, take 1 teaspoon with a slide, dissolved in a glass of water, 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals 1-3 times a day.
10. It helps to get rid of unpleasant smells.
    A small container with diatomite can be left in the refrigerator to remove unpleasant odors. The powder should be changed every two weeks. The ability to absorb moisture and odors can also be helpful in getting rid of animal litter odors.

As a food additive, as well as a medicinal substance, only food-quality diatomite intended for this should be used.



Did you know about the existence of diatomite and its many useful qualities? If you are interested in this substance, find out if mountain flour appeared in your favorite supermarket. Even if not, you can easily buy it online.

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