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Earthworks Health Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Bag

Earthworks Health Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Bag

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$84.50at Earthworks Health, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Earthworks Health Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Bag

Earthworks Health Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is a fine, food-grade silica powder sold in a jug or jar. It is about 89% silica with trace minerals, marketed as an organic mineral supplement for people and as a feed additive for livestock such as sheep, cattle, cows, goats and chickens. Food-grade diatomaceous earth is a desiccant and abrasive powder, not a nutrient-dense food; most of its reputation rests on silica content and on pest-control use in feed and bedding.

Best forPeople adding a silica source to their dietLivestock and poultry owners mixing powder into feed
Organic farms wanting a food-grade mineral additive
Households using DE for pest control in coops and barns
Pros
  • Food-grade, labeled organic
  • About 89% silica with trace minerals
  • Works as a feed additive for cattle, goats, sheep and chickens
  • Fine powder mixes easily into feed or water
  • Multi-size packaging in jug or jar
Cons
  • Fine dust irritates lungs and eyes; a mask is needed when handling
  • No proven human health benefits beyond silica intake
  • Can dry out skin and surfaces
  • Not a complete mineral supplement on its own
  • Dusty to measure and store

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Earthworks Health Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Bag price history

Lowest price we've seen: $84.50 on Nov 2 at Earthworks Health. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

What reviewers say

Owners of poultry and livestock commonly use it as a coop and feed additive and report fewer mites and drier bedding. Human users are more divided: some report better hair, skin and nails from silica, while others see no change and complain about the dust.

Pros
  • Helps keep coops and bedding drier
  • Easy to mix into animal feed
  • Fine, consistent powder
  • Large bag lasts a long time
Cons
  • Very dusty to handle
  • Unclear human benefits
  • Messy packaging once opened
  • Dries out skin on contact

Specifications

Form
Powder
Supplement Type
Mineral
Main Ingredient
Silica, Diatomaceous earth
Contains
Trace minerals, Silica
Mineral Type
Trace minerals, Silica
Ingredient Type
Minerals
Mineral Content
Trace minerals (the rest), 89% silica
Dietary Restrictions
Organic
Container Type
Jug (for the 2.5lb size), Jar
Special Diet
Organic
Typical Users
Sheep, Cattle, Chickens, Cows, Goats

Questions and answers

Is food-grade diatomaceous earth safe to eat?
Food-grade DE is sold as a dietary supplement and is generally regarded as safe in small amounts. It is mostly silica, which the body does not absorb well, and it can cause constipation if taken dry, so mix it with water and follow the label.
Can I give it to chickens, goats or cattle?
Yes. It is commonly mixed into feed or offered free-choice for poultry, goats, sheep and cattle, often at about 1–2% of the feed ration. It is used more for digestive and pest-control purposes than as a proven nutrient.
Does it really kill mites and fleas?
DE abrades and dries out insects on contact, so it can help in coops, bedding and around cracks. It works only when dry and is slow; it is not a substitute for a vet-approved treatment in a heavy infestation.
How much silica does it contain?
The label states about 89% silica, with the remainder as trace minerals. That is a high silica content compared with most foods, but there is no established daily requirement for silica.
Is it the same as pool-grade diatomaceous earth?
No. Pool-grade DE is heat-treated and contains crystalline silica, which is a lung hazard. Only use product labeled food grade for animals or people.
How should I store it?
Keep it sealed in a dry place, since moisture makes the powder clump and reduces its effectiveness against insects. Wear a mask when scooping to avoid breathing the dust.

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