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02/28/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Prepper secret: Cayenne pepper offers a natural way to improve blood circulation in your feet

Cayenne peppers (Capsicum annuum) have an impressive nutrient profile and they are often used to flavor various dishes. But did you know that preppers also use cayenne peppers to make an herbal salve that can help keep their feet warm? (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) Keeping your feet warm is crucial to long-term foot health. But as you […]

02/22/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Herbal teas that fight the flu (especially if you’re off the grid)

The flu is contagious and when SHTF, the last thing you need is your survival group getting sick and weak. Thankfully, preppers are familiar with some herbal tea recipes that can help you beat the flu. (h/t to PrepperWebsite.com) Soothing coconut oil tea recipe Flu medicine may cause diarrhea, dizziness, headaches, or vomiting. To avoid these side effects, try […]

01/16/2019 / By Mary Miller

A timeless survival bread recipe (that every prepper should know)

Survival bread is a low-cost, nonperishable food staple that you can make and eat even when SHTF. It uses very few ingredients, is easy to make, and has an incredible shelf life of 30 years. This is the survival food that can last through TEOTWAWKI, even when everything else in your pantry has long since […]

01/08/2019 / By Mary Miller

A guide to making and canning vegetable soup

There are many ways to preserve your food supply and extend its shelf life. One of the easiest and most effective of these food preservation techniques is canning. It is useful for preserving fresh fruits and vegetables as these tend to expire very quickly if they are not preserved in some form. If you are growing your […]

11/13/2018 / By Mary Miller

Recipes that survived the Oregon trail that you can still make today

In the early days of the Oregon trail, pioneers often did whatever it took to survive. Improvising on the spot with what limited supplies they had became a necessity or else they would risk starving in the unforgiving wilderness. Self-sufficiency was tantamount to survival. Preppers can learn a thing or two from these pioneers. When SHTF, it […]

11/10/2018 / By Mary Miller

A guide to making your food go further

Your table scraps can go a long way if you know how to prepare them right. Preppers know the value of extending the viability of food items. If it’s still edible, there’s no reason why you should throw it away. Even when no longer fresh, food can still be re-purposed for a second serving later on. […]

06/08/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Getting more out of your grocery dollars: 10 ways to recycle leftovers and scraps

Once you’re done making dinner or if it’s time to clear out the fridge, don’t throw away those food scraps and leftovers just yet! You can still use overripe fruits and wilted vegetables for these kitchen hacks. Even onion peels and celery stalks can still be used in some of the tips below. Stop throwing away money […]

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