- Mar 6, 2011
- 6
- 0
- 6
It seems like people report mixed results when using diatomaceous earth to treat lice. I like to see studies evaluating differnent techniques and products. I found one study regarding DE (on mites not lice), it is titled:
"Effect of diatomaceous earth on parasite load, egg production, and egg quality of free-range organic laying hens"
A link to it can be found on this website:
http://absorbentproductsltd.wordpress.com/tag/diatomaceous-earth-insecticide/
The study found DE did reduce the number of mites. Take the study for what its worth. The more knowledge the better.
I just used DE today for lice, we will see how it works.
"Effect of diatomaceous earth on parasite load, egg production, and egg quality of free-range organic laying hens"
A link to it can be found on this website:
http://absorbentproductsltd.wordpress.com/tag/diatomaceous-earth-insecticide/
The study found DE did reduce the number of mites. Take the study for what its worth. The more knowledge the better.
I just used DE today for lice, we will see how it works.