(Natural News) Traditional Chinese healers call this weed “Pu Huang” and prescribe it to patients who have bleeding problems. This can range anywhere from spitting out blood to having blood in the urine or stool to bleeding from the uterus. Most people take the herb dried and are therefore unable to realize that the powerful […]

(Natural News) Nothing says “survival” quite like the pokeweed. The shockingly beautiful plant, with its deep purple berries, is a favorite among unsuspecting children who crush the fruit and smear it on their faces. Unfortunately, pokeweed is one of the deadliest plants to touch and eat. Almost all parts of the weed are poisonous and […]

(Natural News) It’s never too late to start preparing for a disaster. Listed below are some of the skills that you might need when SHTF. These skills prioritize practical knowledge because money or antiques won’t be of much help in the event of an economic meltdown.  (h/t to BioPrepper.com.) Animal husbandry — This gives preppers “endless […]

(Natural News) Whether you are going it alone or in a group, getting ready to survive off the grid or preparing to make it through a natural disaster can be overwhelming. After all, there is a lot of information out there — and it can seem intimidating, especially if you’re just beginning to work on your […]

(Natural News) Unlike store-bought laundry detergent, DIY laundry soap doesn’t use toxic chemicals to clean your clothes. When SHTF, you’ll benefit from knowing how to make your own laundry soap. Even when things are relatively calm, you can make DIY laundry soap to save money on cleaning products. You can make homemade laundry soap in either solid […]

(Natural News) 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, […]

(Natural News) Despite their unassuming appearance, slugs can wreak so much damage in your garden. They will eat all kinds of plants, from annual flowers to different vegetables. Slugs will chew on any part of a plant, but they tend to leave their telltale bite-marks on plant leaves. The holes in the leaves will then leave […]

(Natural News) Say you have the essentials to get you through a crisis: a fully-stocked food and medicine supply; the finest survival gear money can buy; a home furnished specifically for emergencies; and a solid vehicle to get you out of dodge in a jiffy. Will all of these guarantee your survival in a post-collapse […]

(Natural News) Self-sufficiency is important for preppers. After all, when SHTF, preppers will simply bug in or bug out with the necessary gear and supplies while the rest of the populace runs around panicking. To maintain this habit of self-reliance, most preppers cultivate various vegetables in their gardens. Some even have fruit trees on their property, ensuring […]

(Natural News) When it comes to prepping, an ounce of prevention is always better than a pound of cure. If you’ve got your supplies and gear ready, you just need to take care of your medical supply stockpile. Even if SHTF, with a well-prepared first aid kit you can address most medical concerns. (h/t to […]