Coconut oil is a staple in any prepper’s pantry. Aside from being a shelf stable product, coconut oil is a nutritious substitute for cooking oil. Additionally, coconut oil has various survival uses. (h/t to TheOrganicPrepper.com.) There are many different types of coconut oil, and two of them include refined or unrefined coconut oil. Refined coconut oil is separated by heat. This … Continue reading Why coconut oil should be a part of your survival stockpile
Medicinal wildflowers to harvest when hiking
Being knowledgeable about medicinal plants is important for every prepper. Medicinal plants are safer and more effective than drug medications. Here are some of the medicinal wildflowers you may encounter when hiking, so harvest them: Evening primrose: Every part of the evening primrose plant can be used for medicinal purposes. The seeds of this plant contain gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an … Continue reading Medicinal wildflowers to harvest when hiking
These important items deserve a place in every bug-out bag
If you’re just starting your journey as a prepper, you need to familiarize yourself with the bug-out bag (BOB). The backpack for your BOB should be sturdy and the items in it must cover your basic needs for at least 72 hours after you evacuate from a survival scenario. (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com.) Deciding what to include … Continue reading These important items deserve a place in every bug-out bag
How to maintain oral health even after SHTF
A toothache may seem like a minor inconvenience, but when SHTF, this can affect your ability to gather survival supplies for your family. To avoid this kind of scenario, you can learn about natural remedies for toothaches and other dental emergencies that you may face in a post-SHTF world. (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.net) 10 natural remedies for … Continue reading How to maintain oral health even after SHTF
Alternative energy sources to consider when SHTF
Have you ever considered using an alternate power source for your homestead? If you’re already using solar panels to power your home, what about a backup source that can keep your loved ones warm during winter? There are various types of energy sources that you can use when SHTF, but not all of them will … Continue reading Alternative energy sources to consider when SHTF
Use horticultural vinegar as a natural herbicide
Weeds are a home gardener’s nightmare. There are many ways to eliminate pesky weeds, from old-school hand-pulling to using herbicides, but there is a natural and effective alternative that is worth considering. If you are facing a weed problem in your garden, try using horticultural vinegar as an alternative to store-bought herbicides that may contain toxic chemicals. How … Continue reading Use horticultural vinegar as a natural herbicide
Prepper medicine: The golden chanterelle mushroom hastens wound healing
In SHTF situations, finding a place that sells items for your emergency kit may be harder than normal, so knowing which medicine can be obtained from nature is important. The golden chanterelle mushroom, an edible fungus, makes for more than just a good and filling dinner. According to a study, you can also use it to … Continue reading Prepper medicine: The golden chanterelle mushroom hastens wound healing
Do you know what to do during a power outage? Here are 5 essential things you need
A power outage can occur so sudden at times, leaving most people unprepared. On average, a power outage may last for up to five hours, which may disrupt your daily habits. However, extreme weather conditions can cause power outages for months, and it would require a complete lifestyle change because it could be dangerous. Here … Continue reading Do you know what to do during a power outage? Here are 5 essential things you need
Tips for basic home food preservation and canning
Have you noticed that the nutrition labels on your favorite fruits, vegetables, and other commercially preserved foods often contain sodium and different artificial preservatives? This is why home preserving, which a more natural way of storing food, is once again becoming popular. Judy Price, who was recently featured on “Out Here,” Tractor Supply’s free quarterly lifestyle and how-to … Continue reading Tips for basic home food preservation and canning
Why you should learn about herbs in your area: Wild edibles and medicinal plants can offer food security
Food insecurity caused by drought, war, poverty and high rates of population growth has left around 800 million – or one in nine – people chronically hungry and unable to derive the necessary nutrition from their daily food supply. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) explains that since 80 percent of people in the most affected countries … Continue reading Why you should learn about herbs in your area: Wild edibles and medicinal plants can offer food security
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