Diatomaceous earth is an all-natural substance that’s made up of silica from the shells of diatoms, or microscopic bits of fossilized algae. It is mined from sediment deposits found in bodies of water ...

Diatomaceous earth works as a natural pest control, soil amendment, deodorizer, and more. Helin Loik-Tomson / Getty Images Made of fossilized aquatic organisms, or diatoms, diatomaceous earth (DE) is ...

Ants are a nuisance indoors, especially in kitchens. Outdoors, they contribute to plant damage by enabling destructive insects like aphids and whiteflies. Diatomaceous earth is an organic compound ...