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11/13/2018
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By Zoey Sky
The most effective (and natural) ways to repel bugs
Bites from various bugs and insects can cause severe itching, skin irritation, or diseases. But if you want to avoid using store-bought insect repellents or pesticides that contain harmful chemicals, you can try some of the natural remedies listed below. (h/t to SHTFBlog.com.) Black pepper or cayenne pepper – Get rid of ants by sprinkling black pepper […]
11/09/2018
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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
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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
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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 […]
10/26/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
5 native American soap plants that you can still find and use today
Back then when soap and shampoo were not yet invented, sanitation was a challenging task. So, the Native Americans and early European settlers adapted to their environment and made use of what nature provided. They used Native American soap plants for washing clothes and for cleaning their hair and body. A lot of these Native […]
10/25/2018
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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. […]
10/15/2018
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By Russel Davis
Natural remedies for frostbite
People living in areas with an extremely cold climate might have experienced frostbite at one point in their lives. Frostbite is a nasty condition that occurs when the skin is exposed to temperatures way below its freezing point. Tissue hypoxia, or oxygen deficiency, is the reason behind frostbite. When the body endures extreme cold, it signals a […]
09/16/2018
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By Ralph Flores
7 Essential oils to use for bee stings
Bee stings have a notorious reputation the world over, thanks to boxing legend Muhammad Ali: “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” Of course, getting stung by a bee and being at the receiving end of Ali’s punch are two different kinds of painful, but only a bee sting can hit you outside the boxing […]
09/03/2018
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By Zoey Sky
How to prevent bug bites in the wild
Outdoor activities can be fun and exciting, but it also means that you may have to deal with pesky bugs. On the other hand, during a survival scenario the last thing you want to do is look for ways to get rid of various insects that bite and sting. (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com) To prevent mosquito […]
08/18/2018
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By Zoey Sky
How to make cheap, but very effective, DIY mosquito traps
Summer usually means going camping or hiking, but pesky mosquitoes can take the fun out of these activities. (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.net) Aside from feeding on your blood and causing itchy bites, mosquitoes also spread diseases like encephalitis, malaria, and West Nile fever. Only female mosquitoes require blood and they are attracted to body heat, carbon dioxide, dark […]
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