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03/13/2019 / By Ralph Flores

Home remedies for toothaches

Preppers, by nature, take into account a lot of things, so they’re ready when SHTF. For some people, however, their teeth are one of the things they overlook, which can lead to utter discomfort and pain once toothaches strike. Luckily, learning to treat a bad tooth is a skill that can easily be learned, especially […]

02/22/2019 / By Mary Miller

Common weeds that can be used as food and medicine

Weeds might be a nuisance to gardeners, but they can save your life if you know how to use them. When SHTF, you can look for a variety of lowly and common weeds to use as sources of nutrition or as natural remedies. Learn how to survive the wild by identifying these common weeds and using […]

02/13/2019 / By Mary Miller

Learn about these weeds that can be used to treat disease or provide nutrition when things go sour

If you have a garden, you’ve probably encountered some weeds growing in your carefully cultivated space. These commonly undesirable plants are typically seen as a nuisance or a waste of lawn space by both gardeners and non-gardeners alike. However, a prepper with a keen eye might find some beneficial use for these plants. When SHTF, […]

02/05/2019 / By Russel Davis

Getting to know the Tamarack tree and its amazing off-grid uses

The Tamarack tree, in all its weirdness, is actually a highly-efficient tree that can be used in a variety of ways. It is no wonder why Native Americans relied heavily on this tree. Over the years, the tree’s usefulness has gained popularity especially among off-grid enthusiasts and pharmaceutical professionals alike. The Tamarack tree is native to North […]

12/11/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

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 […]

12/06/2018 / By Mary Miller

How to make your own antiseptic sugardine to treat wounds

Traditionally, sugardine is a natural antiseptic used to treat wounds on horses, but it is now becoming more common for people to use it to treat their own wounds. Sugardine can also last for a very long time. Preppers can see value in sugardine as a quick and practical way to treat and prevent infections when SHTF. […]

11/09/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Natural painkillers you should have on hand in case SHTF

In a SHTF situation, it is important to avoid things that could cause injuries or diseases since these could significantly diminish your chances of survival. Although most health problems are not immediately fatal, they are often accompanied by pain, which adds to the pile of things that you should worry about. Without proper care and attention, pain can become […]

11/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Natural pain-relieving remedies that every prudent prepper knows

As a prepper, one of the basic survival skills is to make use of everything that nature provides. When you are out in the wild and experience some kind of pain, you would have to make use of medicinal plants with pain-relieving effects. Here are some plants with natural pain-relieving properties to look out for. (h/t […]

10/29/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Food cures: A guide to making your own garlic tincture

During the time of the pioneers, most natural cures were made from local herbs and plants. They often used garlic (Allium sativum) to make herbal remedies, and this article will discuss a potent antibiotic garlic tincture that even modern preppers can use to treat various ailments like a cold or skin infections. (h/t to PreppersWill.com.) Making the antibiotic garlic […]

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 […]

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