As a prepper, it’s important to know about proper food storage and how to gather the necessary supplies for your stockpile. But how do you prevent food spoilage if you experience a long-term power outage? (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) Before SHTF, make sure you have backup power for your appliances, especially your fridge and freezer. Otherwise, your perishables … Continue reading Tips for protecting your food supply when the grid goes down
Nearly all bottled water found to contain microplastics… you are drinking “plastic stew” that disrupts human hormones
Plastic is all around us, in everything from the toys our children play with to the cosmetics we use and the packaging of the foods we eat. And now experts are expressing concerns that all this plastic might mean that microplastics – tiny bits of plastic small enough to be ingested by humans – could … Continue reading Nearly all bottled water found to contain microplastics… you are drinking “plastic stew” that disrupts human hormones
Do you keep echinacea on hand? Check out its many scientifically proven uses
You might have heard that echinacea is great at reducing colds. Although that’s an impressive feat on its own, its uses actually extend far beyond that. Here’s a look at the many scientifically-proven benefits of this plant. Part of the daisy family, echinacea is a flowering plant that grows wildly across the eastern and central United States. Its … Continue reading Do you keep echinacea on hand? Check out its many scientifically proven uses
Which carrier oils should you pair with your essential oils?
To make essential oils (EOs) more effective, pair these natural remedies with carrier oils (COs) whose properties are good for your hair and skin. What are carrier oils? Essential oils are highly concentrated oils with various health benefits. However, you shouldn’t apply EOs directly to your skin because they may cause negative side effects like skin irritation. To avoid … Continue reading Which carrier oils should you pair with your essential oils?
Ambitious study looks at converting food waste back into food
Swedish researchers talk about the potential of using fungi to convert food waste into valuable products. In addition to the usual biofuels, animal feed, and textiles produced from waste food, they want to turn the fungi into a protein-rich source of food for humans. Human civilization continues to churn out increasing amounts of waste products like plastic trash and food … Continue reading Ambitious study looks at converting food waste back into food
The Mineral Power for Your Body’s Electrical Supply | Stephanie Seneff
We know that water conducts electricity in our bodies. But would you like to see how? What if you learned about a little something extra that could add a lot more zap to your zip? Dr. Seneff has all the data that you need. A committed voice for sanity in science, Dr. Seneff has … Continue reading The Mineral Power for Your Body’s Electrical Supply | Stephanie Seneff
Former Mosanto bioengineer comes clean, says GMO potatoes absorb MORE toxins – including those that aren’t even in regular potatoes
A bioengineer who worked for Monsanto in the past revealed that all kinds of deadly substances accumulated in the GMO potatoes he helped create. Even toxins not found in the food crop appeared in the genetically modified versions. After discovering disease-resistant genes in wild plants and succeeding in transferring them into domestic strains, genetic engineer Dr. Caius … Continue reading Former Mosanto bioengineer comes clean, says GMO potatoes absorb MORE toxins – including those that aren’t even in regular potatoes
Scientists have found ANOTHER major problem with the plastic pollution in the oceans: It harbors bacteria that can be transferred up the food chain
Experts predict that there will be more plastic in the oceans than fish within the next century — a serious problem, considering there’s still a lot to be explored in their depths. The adverse effects of plastic pollution have been the subject of many studies, but according to marine scientists from the National University of Singapore, their … Continue reading Scientists have found ANOTHER major problem with the plastic pollution in the oceans: It harbors bacteria that can be transferred up the food chain
Put some purple on your plate: Why you should eat more of these powerhouse veggies
You’ve probably heard that we should “eat a rainbow” if we want to be healthy, with the brightest-colored natural, whole foods often containing the most nutrients. When you put this advice in action, however, your plate probably leans more toward the red, orange, yellow and green parts of the spectrum given the number of foods … Continue reading Put some purple on your plate: Why you should eat more of these powerhouse veggies
Food storage tips: Considerations for making the most out of your food prepping budget
Preppers who are new to food storage can get overwhelmed because of all the planning required for this task. But like other elements of prepping, you can get started by deciding on your goal – like how much food to keep in your stockpile. (h/t to SurvivalistPrepper.net) You don’t have to spend all of your money on … Continue reading Food storage tips: Considerations for making the most out of your food prepping budget
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 