How to get rid of Bedbugs and other Pesky Critters

How to get rid of bed bugs is a question many people are asking themselves that they because of a worldwide infestation of these pesky critters.  You are apt to find them in some of the finest hotels in the United States, or for that matter the rest of the world. Bedbugs come out at night when you are sleeping to feed on your blood like little vampires. Although they don't cause any known diseases their bites can leave you with a nasty set of welts. Even though many products are now on the market purporting to kill bedbugs there is a simple nonpoisonous method that anyone can apply to rid themselves of these varmints.

This is a common material called diatomaceous earth that kills not only bedbugs but many other insects because it is made from the fossilized skeletons of long dead freshwater algae that has settled to the bottom of the lake after only living for a few days.

This marvel is readily available in feed stores or garden centers because it also has many uses besides killing bugs. How it works is like this, the skeletal remains of the algae are made from silica that has very sharp edges that are capable of penetrating the layer of a waxy like substance that coats all insects. Once this coating called chitin has been penetrated by the sharp silica the bug literally dries up and blows away my losing his body fluids. Unlike some chemical pesticides that react within a matter of minutes, diatomaceous earth works a matter of a few hours, but it is very thorough.

Not only can diatomaceous earth rid your house and bedbugs, but is also effective in many of the other insects that are found in your home too. Another pest that you can find in your house is the cockroach by sprinkling a little diatomaceous earth around where the cockroaches run it will also very effectively cleaned out that infestation too. Answer yet another scourge of the householder is ants using the same technique of sprinkling some diatomaceous earth where they run will also illuminate this past.

Not only is diatomaceous earth a powerful and effective insecticide that also has many health benefits for both you and your pets. You can use this product both externally and internally one of the most effective uses is deworming your pets or yourself.

Diatomaceous Earth is Good for what Ails You

Microscopic view of diatomaceous earth
Photo by Curtis Clark 

If you take a heaping teaspoon a day of diatomaceous earth (DE) with a suitable liquid it is alleged to have several health benefits least of all introducing pure silica to your body.  Some people claim this is a wonder cure for what ails you.  DE is the silica skeletons of algae that flourish in both salt and fresh water; these are minute plants that range in size from microns to perhaps one millimeter in size.  When they die their skeletons sink to the bottom of the body of water they where they have died.  Deposits of DE can build up to being several hundred feet thick as it did in Nevada thousands of years ago. 

The minute skeletons of silica that look like Rice Chex cereal possess a very strong negative charge that as many as in the skeletons travels through your stomach or digestive tract can attract and absorb many of the fungi, protozoa, viruses, endotoxins, pesticides and drug residues. It will also attract E-Coli in various heavy metals. These are trapped in the nooks and crannies of the DE skeleton where they are then passed out of your body.

In addition to taking care of this microscopic clutter it will also remove any of the larger parasites that may be living in your stomach or intestines. The sharp little skeletons will come up and kill any of these parasites so that you will have a healthier body, and much less sickness. The phrase “I just feel better” is heard from many users of DE. The better feeling comes from all the junk that has been removed from your body, and it also gives your immune system a jump.

Diatomaceous Earth is composed of very hard particles that are number seven on the Mohs scale, meaning it is capable of scratching glass in the world of gemstones the same mineral, silica, produces many gems of very as colors and compositions; its overall common name is Quartz.

Because D. is composed of millions of tiny, hard and sharp particles passing through both your small and large investments they literally scrub the walls so that after a few months of taking DE the intestine wall is no longer covered with the normal mucus and molds but is now clean promoting:

“Regular bowel movements (This is the #1 comment that everyone makes about DE)

Healthier Colon. This is especially important as we age. A healthy colon keeps away polyps, cancers, and ulcers. Today, many are spending hundreds of dollars to do the same thing that Diatomaceous Earth does.

Many users report increased energy and require less sleep. This is a result of all the food and nutrients being better absorbed into the body. With a coated colon--many nutrients are absorbed.”

Aside from these benefits there are other’s:

One of the major benefits of Silica is that it helps to destroy bad cholorestrol. Taking DE has lowered most people’s cholesterol levels by 40-50 points. They are also amazed at how much their blood pressure goes down. Sore joints and ligaments feel better. Skin clears up (acne-age spots-psoriasis).

1. Hair and nails are much stronger. and grow faster.

2. Healthier teeth and gums. 

3. You have healthier respiratory tracts with less coughing.

4. Your symptoms of Menopause are also lowered.

5. Finally, you also have a healthier urinary tract.