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11/15/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

What grows where? A medicinal plant map for your survival kit

We present to you a medicinal plant map. The plants on this map depict one or two important species that are cultivated in certain states. The map was printed in 1932 by the National Wholesale Druggists’ Association used by pharmacists during a promotional campaign called Pharmacy Week. (h/t to BioPrepper.com) The medicinal plants that are famous in certain […]

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 […]

09/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Another herb for the survivalist prepper: Amazonian mint can be used to treat cutaneous infections and promote wound healing

The Amazonian mint (Ocimum micranthum) is another herb that a survivalist prepper should take note of. Research has shown that this herbal plant could be used to treat cutaneous infections and speed up wound healing. In the study, which was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the antimicrobial and antiproliferative activities of […]

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 […]

07/10/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Medical preparedness when SHTF: What you really need to know

No one really likes thinking of worst-case scenarios, but anything can happen at any given time. One of the greatest advantages you can have when SHTF is being knowledgeable about medicines and natural remedies in case of health emergencies. (h/t to TheOrganicPrepper.com) You might be thinking that SHTF moments mean gun wounds, war, bombings, and ceilings […]

07/02/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Garlic is the ultimate survival food for the smart prepper

Garlic is popular all over the world because it’s both a flavorful seasoning and a versatile vegetable with many health benefits. Even after SHTF, carefully prepared garlic has incredible uses. (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com.) The various health benefits of garlic Garlic can improve blood lipids and help reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke — Garlic can help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and […]

06/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Survival medicine: Are you familiar with the medicinal uses of honey?

Aside from being a natural sweetener, preppers know that raw honey has several medicinal uses that can be helpful in a pinch. Check them out below, and don’t forget to include some honey in your supplies. (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) Honey possesses medicinal properties because it is full of sugar with little to no water content. In […]

06/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Wild violets are useful plants that can help the smart prepper survive

When you see weeds in your lawn or garden, your initial reaction would usually be to eliminate all of them. But did you know that certain weeds, like beautiful wild violets, have various survival uses? (h/t to TheSurvivalMom.com.) Take note that you should learn how to differentiate between wild violets and African violets. While the former […]

06/03/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Why you should begin homesteading today

While there are differences between homesteading and prepping, both lifestyles emphasize self-sufficiency. Homesteaders and preppers alike often live off-grid, maintain a food stockpile, plan ahead to conserve resources, and do everything in their power to be self-reliant. But is homesteading for you? Before you start homesteading, take note that this is no easy task. But […]

03/01/2018 / By Janine Acero

Your basic homemade medicines: 10 tinctures to keep in stock

Tinctures are liquid extracts from herbs soaked in alcohol or apple cider vinegar. These extracts can be used to make tea or salves or be used for other purposes. Tinctures are a great way to store your herbs for long periods of time while maintaining their medicinal properties. According to Survivopedia.com, vodka is a great alcohol […]

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