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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 […]

10/25/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Essential oils to treat wounds and scrapes when you’re off the grid

Many people have become extremely dependent on technology and other scientific advancements for almost everything in life. However, for those who are living off-grid, conveniences like treatments for cuts and bruises may not be accessible. Fortunately, nature can provide almost everything that’s needed to survive in this world; people just have to know where to look. […]

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 […]

07/03/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Tourniquet practice proven to improve survival in civilian trauma victims

The military has done a lot to protect the country and its people – a lot of its methods and techniques have been adapted and used in civilian medicine. In particular, the use of tourniquets to immediately arrest bleeding in the arms and legs has been shown to greatly increase a trauma victim’s odds of […]

05/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Can you survive a gunshot wound? Ten things you need to know

When SHTF, there are many things that you have to prepare for. Aside from ensuring that you have access to enough food and water, you also need to know first aid for different kinds of medical emergencies. If society breaks down and your chances of getting shot increases, do you or your family members know how […]

03/17/2018 / By Jayson Veley

Compression bandages and other ways to stop bleeding when you’re off grid

Considering the fact that bleeding is the largest direct cause of death in most fatalities, it makes sense to include something in your bug out bag that you can use to close up wounds if you happen to get injured while off the grid. But what types of bandages are most effective? Are there certain […]

02/20/2018 / By Florence Garrington

Learn how to treat infections without antibiotics – using natural herbs and plants that exist all around you

Modern medicine has failed us. Instead of curing our diseases, antibiotics have given rise to a new breed of superbugs poised to wipe us out in time. While we can no longer rely on modern medicine to remedy our ills, we can still turn to ancient healing traditions. The best part is that they aren’t secret arts […]

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