A few months ago, my neighbor died of cancer. I didn't know her very well, but I knew this: she was a health nut. Even though she was in her mid-fifties, she could have passed for 40. She exercised, did yoga, ate healthy foods, and didn't have any bad habits that I knew of. So … [Read more...]
9 All-Natural Toothache Remedies
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. Homesteaders are a hardy lot, but there is one thing that can bring even the … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Valerian Root and How to Use It
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. Valerian root should be a staple in every homesteading apothecary. It boasts … [Read more...]
The Magic of Ginger: 11 Uses and Health Benefits
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. It’s an ingredient in holiday cookies and breads. It’s served in pickled … [Read more...]
Mullein: The World’s Most Useful Weed
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. Mullein was once known as a robust medicinal herb that treated a variety of … [Read more...]
Homestead DIY Bug Spray
It's the middle of summer, and that means bugs are everywhere. Gnats, ticks, ants, mosquitoes, and all sorts of other six-legged creatures. They come out in the evening when it's cooler, and they crawl inside your house during the day to escape the heat. This is an even bigger … [Read more...]
17 Reasons to Stockpile Cinnamon
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Cinnamon is not guaranteed to cure, treat, or prevent any disease. Much more research needs to be done. Please talk to your doctor before using cinnamon for any of the maladies … [Read more...]
How to Build a Medicinal First Aid Kit
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. When you switch to natural medicine, opening a first aid kit can make you … [Read more...]
10 Wild Superfoods To Forage In Your Backyard
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. In most wilderness survival situations, the pursuit of food is determined by … [Read more...]
17 Houseplants That Will Keep The Bugs Away
Did you know that you can add beauty and fresh oxygen to your indoor environment while keeping insects away at the same time? Many houseplants serve as natural insect repellants, so by adding them to your home, you can deter pests while making your home look and smell … [Read more...]
5 Amazing Uses for Basil, The Garden Super Plant
Basil is one of my favorite herbs. It has this strong, wonderful aroma that makes me think of homemade pesto or lasagna. I've also used it when making hummus, grilled chicken, tomato soup, and even pizza. Want to save this post for later? Click Here to Pin It on … [Read more...]
15 Practical Uses For Tea Tree Oil
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. If you are looking for ways to streamline the products you use for personal … [Read more...]
The Miracle Of Plantain Weeds: 9 Amazing Uses
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. Plantain is an herb that I love, and it grows right in my backyard without … [Read more...]
12 Home Remedies for Poison Ivy That Really Work
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. Ahh, spring. Flowers are blooming. Insects are humming. And poison ivy is … [Read more...]
11 Herbs And Flowers That Mosquitoes Hate
Is there anything more annoying than mosquitoes when you’re outdoors? If there is, there’s still no denying that mosquitoes are very annoying. You can have a perfectly relaxing evening on your back porch or at the campground, only to have mosquitoes ruin your day. And that’s … [Read more...]
17 Natural Ways to Heal Wounds Faster
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. In a survival scenario, even small wounds can prove dangerous. Without the … [Read more...]
88 Old Wives’ Tales From The 1800’s
Has anyone ever dismissed a home remedy you used with the comment, “Oh, that’s just an old wives’ tale”? The phrase “old wives’ tale” is often used to describe an old cure or piece of wisdom that has been passed down through the generations. The “tales” include treatments for … [Read more...]
