Diatomaceous Earth

Diatomaceous Earth (Silica) - Food Grade

Pure and rare food grade diatomaceous earth in its naturally occurring state

Food grade diatomaceous earth (DE) is a gentle abrasive powder that's also highly bioavailable. It's almost entirely made of silica, an integral component of our ligaments, cartilage and musculature.* This unique resume makes DE an amazing dietary supplement, as it helps move things out of the intestines and supports strong and healthy hair, skin, bones and joints.*

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Of the 600 DE deposits in the U.S., only four are considered food grade by the FDA. Our Lumino Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is from the Four Corners region of the southwestern U.S. and is prized for the purity and consistency of its ore deposits.*

Considered GRAS (generally regarded as safe) by the FDA, it's almost pure white powder and consists of 89-94% silicon dioxide, plus other trace minerals.

 

From freshwater DE deposits

The two original sources for diatomaceous earth are freshwater and saltwater. Our freshwater deposit began eons ago as pure snow. The snow's runoff provided the water source for the diatoms to thrive. Diatoms in freshwater form a harder, more uniform shaped shell than those in saltwater.

Hardness is important because, as these minute, solid and sharp diatomaceous earth cylinders pass through the small and large intestines, they scrub the walls. After only a few months of taking DE, the intestinal wall is likely no longer coated with mucus and other deposits.*

The silica in Lumino DE is amorphous, meaning it retains its naturally occurring state.

 

Try this essential, historic mineral for a natural detox today!*

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Ingredients

Diatamaceous Earth.

Shipping Info

This product is shelf stable, does not require refrigeration and will be sent to you via UPS or FedEx Ground shipping that includes tracking.

We take pride in making sure your orders are handled with the utmost care, and arrive to you in a timely manner.

Storage/Dosage

Storage:

Store in a cool, dry area.

Dosage:

If mixed with water use one teaspoon with two cups of liquid.

Sensitive Individuals:

May begin with very small doses - much smaller than the manufactures recommendation. Try starting with the the mini-measuring spoon 'the Drop' in a 4oz glass of water. Do this once daily or every other day. Increase as needed. Make sure to drink additional water throughout the day to flush system and keep hydrated.

Important: The supplements we carry are premium, pure and potent. Therefore, it’s critically important to start slowly, with a lower dosage than recommended. For example, a very small dose every other day, or even once a week, until you can determine how the supplement affects your body and what dose feels right for you.

Frequently asked questions

Why haven't I heard about diatomaceous earth before this?

DE is a naturally occurring product that can't be patented. That means it is of little interest to the drug companies. Many individuals buying DE are doing so because of referrals from family or friends. DE doesn't generate enough profits to pay for the advertising and marketing that supports OTC and prescription drugs.

Many people claim diatomaceous earth is dangerous if inhaled.  Is this true?

NO. There is confusion because Food Grade DE and Commercial Filtering DE have the same name. Filter grade DE is heated to over 1,000 degrees and then fluxed with additional chemicals to crystallize it. These additional step makes it a valuable filtering agent, but also cause it to be dangerous to people and pets.  The World Heath Organization states that DE needs to be less than 2% crystalline silica to be generally considered safe. Filter grade DE is 60% crystalline silica. Filter grade DE is dangerous and should be handled with extreme caution.  All Lumino DE is less than 1/2 of 1% crystalline silica and all other sediments that are considered unsafe by the FDA are below harmful limits. This is four times more than the recommended maximum for safety. Lumino DE is a fine powder, and should be used with caution, as any powder should be, by those with respiratory complications, such as asthma.

I understand how DE kills fleas and mites on pets, but how does it kill internal parasites?

There are two schools of thought on how this works. The first is that it kills internally the same as externally, that is by absorbing lipids from the waxy outer layer of the insect's exoskeleton, causing them to dehydrate. The second, and the one we tend to favor, is that the alkaline ph level, combined with the high concentration of minerals, drives the parasites out of the body looking for more favorable surroundings.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.