(Natural News) Canning is popular among preppers who want to preserve their produce. However, for newbie preppers, here are some things to consider before you start canning your fruits and vegetables. (h/t to ThePreppingGuide.com) Which canning method is suitable for your food? Different foods are preserved more effectively through different canning methods. You don’t want […]

(Natural News) If you’re a regular Amazon customer, you might want to pay close attention to the expiration dates on the foods you buy, as many of them are reportedly being sold well past their sell-by dates. A CNBC investigation found that everything from beef jerky to baby food is being sold past their expiration […]

(Natural News) From malaria, to Ebola, or even the flu, tons of diseases break out and kill hundreds or even thousands of people every year. Any of these diseases could easily turn into an epidemic. For example, in 2017 an outbreak of the bubonic plague – the same plague that killed 60 percent of Europe […]

(Natural News) Water bath canning is a simple and effective method of food preservation. Here are some tips on using this canning technique with vinegar as the preservative. Veteran practitioners recommend water bath canning to beginners. It is easier to pick up and master than pressure canning. However, this method relies on acidic substances to […]

(Natural News) Proper storage of home-grown produce is an important prepping skill any gardener should have if they want to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Freezing is a great way to enjoy fresh produce all year round. But even if your freezer breaks after long use, you can retain its usefulness in preserving food by converting it […]

(Natural News) Storing food at home is different from storing them inside your car. Whether it’s going for a short ride or getting stranded in your car during an SHTF situation, having some food stored always comes in handy, just make sure to store them properly. (h/t to BackdoorSurvival.com) Choosing food to store The first […]

(Natural News) Ornamental plants are often used to spruce up your home, but there are varieties that you can eat as well. You can plant them in your garden or keep them in a pot by your windowsill. (h/t to EcoWatch.com) 1. Day lily Day lilies got their name because their flowers bloom during the […]

(Natural News) The state of Washington is the first in the union to start “composting” dead human bodies as crop “fertilizer,” bringing to real life the fictitious scenario depicted in the famous dystopian film Soylent Green. According to reports, Washington’s Senate and House of Representatives approved with strong bipartisan majorities Bill 5001, entitled, “Concerning human […]

(Natural News) Stockpiling food and water is second nature to any person interested in prepping. However, these supplies don’t last forever. Your stockpile may look decent at first, but how long do you think it would last? In a grid-down scenario, most grocery stores would be stripped clean of supplies, and any delivery service would be […]

(Natural News) Perhaps you have already experienced short blackouts and have prepared for them – but what about a power outage that lasts for weeks or even months? It’s important to understand what a long-term blackout entails in order to fully prepare for it. Here are 10 things to note about a long-term power outage. […]