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09/17/2018 / By Gregory Van Dyke

Learn how to become your own medicine man or woman

True medical freedom is experienced when you gain self-reliance in taking care of your most common healthcare needs through natural means. Today, it has become all too common for people to reach for painkillers or potentially dangerous medicine as their first port of call. This knee-jerk reaction to reach for some pill or another to […]

08/09/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Your SHTF medicinal herb kit should contain yarrow

Should SHTF, you may experience a much greater risk for physical injuries. This could be complicated by the possible lack of operational medical treatment facilities or medical supplies. You may, therefore, need to depend on nature’s boons to keep yourself safe from harm. Among the herbs you need for your emergency first aid kit, yarrow […]

07/02/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Garlic is the ultimate survival food for the smart prepper

Garlic is popular all over the world because it’s both a flavorful seasoning and a versatile vegetable with many health benefits. Even after SHTF, carefully prepared garlic has incredible uses. (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com.) The various health benefits of garlic Garlic can improve blood lipids and help reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke — Garlic can help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and […]

06/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Wild violets are useful plants that can help the smart prepper survive

When you see weeds in your lawn or garden, your initial reaction would usually be to eliminate all of them. But did you know that certain weeds, like beautiful wild violets, have various survival uses? (h/t to TheSurvivalMom.com.) Take note that you should learn how to differentiate between wild violets and African violets. While the former […]

06/03/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Why you should begin homesteading today

While there are differences between homesteading and prepping, both lifestyles emphasize self-sufficiency. Homesteaders and preppers alike often live off-grid, maintain a food stockpile, plan ahead to conserve resources, and do everything in their power to be self-reliant. But is homesteading for you? Before you start homesteading, take note that this is no easy task. But […]

05/12/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Rosemary is one of the easiest herbs to grow

Rosemary is the darling of the mint family. This incredibly fragrant evergreen herb is used for a variety of things, from a culinary condiment to a wonderful perfume additive. The plant is a rich source of vital nutrients as iron, calcium, and vitamin B6. Although many people use the herb dried or powdered, wellness experts […]

05/01/2017 / By Earl Garcia

Stop throwing away this weed; it could help lower your cholesterol

A vast number of studies have demonstrated purslane’s efficacy in reducing blood cholesterol levels. As reported by OfftheGridNews.com, the plant is actually a beneficial herb packed with nutritional benefits, despite it being considered an insignificant weed. Purslane is known to contain high levels of carotene and antioxidants as well as vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E. The plant […]

01/18/2017 / By Vicki Batts

These incredible plants were used by Native Americans to cure illness

Native American medicine is something that many people hold in high regard. Their traditional techniques and natural remedies are truly something to marvel at. Every Native American tribe has its own unique approach. The Cherokee, a tribe indigenous to the Southeastern United States, believed that the “Creator” gave them the gift of being able to […]

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