(Natural News) Preppers may want to cultivate a private supply of luffa gourds. Not only would it reduce dependence on commercial products, but using the result of honest labor also instills a feeling of accomplishment in anyone. Luffa, or loofah, is a regular sight in the bath and beauty product sections of a grocery. It […]

(Natural News) Nobody hopes to get into a situation where you must protect yourself. Moreover, not everyone is ready to handle a gun. Improper gun-handling has dire consequences, which can easily translate to life or death. (h/t to ApartmentPrepper.com) If you don’t want to handle a gun, there are non-lethal ways for you to protect […]

(Natural News) When you find yourself out in the wild without water, you have a serious problem. You have to find a source of water somewhere. A portable water filter may save you lots of time and effort, but not everyone has one. It is important then to learn various water filtering techniques, using materials […]

(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) Getting pregnant during and after SHTF poses a lot of risks. Not only is there a lack of access to clean facilities and a doctor, it also places an incredible physical burden on the mother. Giving birth in that kind of environment increases the risk of contracting an infection or disease. In the […]

(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) Most preppers model their disaster preparedness plan after significant threats like tornadoes, earthquakes, hurricanes, and even nuclear blasts. It’s understandable to prepare for these events because their size and power can uproot the lives of many people in a very short time. Unfortunately, most people often forget to add events like a pandemic […]

(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 […]