(Natural News) Once upon a time so-called “preppers” — people who believe they should be prepared for any and all possible scenarios including the great apocalypse — were deemed ‘crazies,’ though mostly by city folks who believe, falsely, that grocery stores magically have endless supplies of food. The fact is grocery stores don’t have much […]

(Natural News) What happens when sex results in sexually transmitted disease (STD) or urinary tract infection (UTI)? Usually you would go see your healthcare provider immediately. But after SHTF, who can you to turn to when that kind of access to health services disappears? If you plan on hunkering down with a community after society collapses, sexual […]

(Natural News) Getting a hip fracture in a relatively peaceful time is already bad news, but getting one during or after a disaster is much worse. Medical help may no longer be available, and you could become more vulnerable to diseases and safety risks. This is especially the case for women and older people. (h/t […]

(Natural News) Nutrient deficiency is a likely and dangerous long-term threat during SHTF scenarios. Preppers and homesteaders must get ready well in advance by stockpiling nutritious food and nutritional supplements. Malnutrition and starvation may cause pica, a disorder where the victim starts eating objects that are inedible or even dangerous, even when they regain access […]

(Natural News) Building up a food stockpile is one of the basics of prepping. People who are new to the preparedness lifestyle may find the process of food storage overwhelming because of the amount of planning and effort involved. However, like in all aspects of prepping, all you need is a little knowledge to get the […]

(Natural News) Preppers spend a lot of time making plans and preparing for the next big disaster. But no matter how prepared you are, there may come a time when one disaster could send the world into chaos that could change your life permanently. Throughout the history of humanity, civilizations had risen and fallen numerous times. Are […]

(Natural News) A topic that doesn’t seem to be discussed all too often among preppers is preventive health measures. When a prepper talks about health, they usually discuss preparing supplies for injuries after disaster strikes. Hospitals could be scarce when SHTF, making emergency medical care also scarce. Additionally, most injuries are time-sensitive. Not everyone has the medical expertise […]

(Natural News) If you want your home garden to thrive, learn how to naturally attract beneficial bugs. One way to do this is by planting bug-friendly flowers. (h/t to EcoWatch.com) Create the right habitat for beneficial insects Not all insects are bad for your crops. While some insects feed on and destroy your plants, other bugs will feed […]

(Natural News) The US has one of the strongest economies around the world, even as the rest of the world is showing signs of cooling and slowdown. In its latest World Economic Outlook, the International Monetary Fund said that the world’s largest economy remains a “bright spot” on the global stage. Given America’s status of being the economic […]

(Natural News) Some preppers want to live off the grid, but they often forget one important thing: paperwork. Going off the grid requires you to read laws, submit permits, and process all the relevant documents related to utilities you’ll need. If you want to try living off the grid in your state, you have to […]