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04/27/2023
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By Olivia Cook
3 Foods that are OK to eat moldy and 7 that are NOT
If you see mold on food that’s been lingering in your fridge, cutting away the moldy parts does NOT resolve the problem. There’s a good chance that the mold has grown deeper into the food than you think. The “roots” of the mold often expand further into many foods than what you can see. Is moldy food […]
04/26/2023
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By Olivia Cook
How to store emergency water in your vehicle
When storing drinking water in your car, there are certain factors you need to consider, such as the weather and how many people your supply is intended for. If you live in an area with both hot summers and cold winters, having two separate water storage systems – one for cold weather and one for hot […]
04/18/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Salt fermentation: How to turn your garden vegetables into super healthy probiotic foods
Salt fermentation is one of the safest and oldest forms of food preservation that you can use to turn your garden vegetables into super healthy sources of probiotics. When you make salt-brined pickles or turn cabbages and radishes into kimchi, the salt you use can limit the growth of unwanted microorganisms, protecting your produce from spoilage. At […]
04/18/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Prepper medicine: 9 Medicinal herbs to plant in your home garden
There are thousands of medicinal plants out there, but the nine herbs listed below can provide most of what you need to create a backyard pharmacy. If you grow these herbs in your backyard, you won’t have to go out foraging for hours on end or put your faith in store-bought herbs that have been depleted of […]
04/11/2023
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By Olivia Cook
How to make a DIY hand sanitizer using essential oils
Many hand sanitizers sold on the market contain harmful ingredients like triclosan that contribute to the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Gaye Levy of Backdoor Survival shares her recipe for an everyday non-alcohol-based hand sanitizer – a moisturizing gel that will not only clean your hands but also nourish them, thanks to the wonderful qualities of 100 percent organic, […]
04/11/2023
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By Olivia Cook
9 Household items you can repurpose in a survival scenario
Here is a short list of items you may have in your house that you can repurpose in a survival scenario. Aluminum foil Because of its durability, insulating properties and extreme malleability, you can use tin foil to cook food easily by shaping it into a bowl or pot or wrapping it around a Y-shaped branch […]
04/10/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Sustainable gardening: What you need to know and do if your land is composed of clay soil
Teresa Matteson of Benton Soil and Water Conservation District says most any ground can become a good garden with the right care and maintenance. There’s no need to buy a bunch of potting or garden soil from the soil; the best soil is that which you build yourself naturally. Identify your soil type Knowing whether […]
04/05/2023
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By Olivia Cook
These 8 odors inside your house can mean BIG trouble
Strange odors inside your house can be hazardous. Beware of these eight odors, as they can spell trouble if you don’t immediately find the source. A fishy smell If something smells fishy, that smell can come from loose or frayed wires or cords, overloaded circuits, faulty outlets, incorrectly sized breakers or fuses or overheated electrical shielding or insulation. […]
03/16/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Be flexible: Improvise to survive with rubber bands
About 332 million rubber bands are used annually. Yet, these reusable elastics are a survival item that a lot of preppers forget to buy or stock. Types of rubber bands Below are various rubber band types and their differentiating qualities. Standard rubber bands These are the regular rubber bands used for holding day-to-day things like […]
03/01/2023
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By Olivia Cook
15 Perennial herbs to grow in your survival garden
Seasoned preppers grow a variety of perennial plants that are edible and medicinal. Perennial plants, or perennials, are herbs and veggies that you need to plant only once but can harvest forever. The best thing about perennials is that as long as you keep them well-mulched and in organic matter-rich soil, they’ll pretty much take […]
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