There is no secret that healthcare is overwhelming with a lot of paperwork. There are many professional which claim that they spend more time filling out forms than actually treating patients. While a lot of paperwork is related to coding, submitting, and processing medical claims related to the physician or medical billing. However, there […]
Water ionizers are appliances attached to kitchen faucets. These appliances produce ionized water by treating regular tap water with minerals and electric current. Ionized water is alkaline or low pH water which consists of a large amount of electrically charged hydroxyl ions. What is alkaline water? Alkaline is highly effective in maintaining body pH level. […]
Our appearance is something we are concerned about all the time. Thus, it can be really bothersome for most of us to have any kind of skin problems which are prominently visible to us as well as to other people. One of the most common skin condition is called eczema. When a person suffers from […]
It is a real struggle for every smoker where they want to quit smoking and live a healthier life. However, they’re not able to find an apt substitute which would help them in the procedure. A lot of people have switched over to E-cigarette, popularly known as vaping, which is proved to be way less […]
Whether prepping is a simple hobby or a lifestyle for you and your family, you’ll need to know which foods to pack for maximum health value. When choosing these foods, energy should be the top priority — particularly if you aren’t sure when your next meal will be. Below I’ll explain a few must-have foods […]
With a little help from my contacts at doTERRA, I’m going to touch on just what essential oils are, and the best way to make them part of your life as a prepper; whether for health, beauty, or simply as household products. I’m not the best in the world when it comes to DIY […]
It’s not often when worry is put to rest, especially when it comes from playing in water. A prime reason I chose my home was because it had a Water Well, a key item in maintaining independence from outside resource. Without need of a municipal water supply, I can live on my property without worry of […]
We all generally have some sort of first aid kit or emergency supplies, especially if you have children. When preparing your medical bag, you try to think of everything you can add to it that would be beneficial in some way. Preparing a medical bag you want to take with you in a grid down situation […]
Building your own emergency medical kit is a huge priority and can be some what over whelming. Having first aid supplies for different types of emergencies is important as well. You will want these on hand at home, in you’re vehicle or in a bug out situation. From a different perspective, most of us have […]
In nearly every movie about an epidemic, from a sci-fi zombie flick to a more true-to-life thriller like “Contagion,” there is a scene where scientists crowd around screens full of data to create detailed maps containing infection zones and spread rates for the public. While the stirring music, eye-catching maps, and beautiful scientists may be […]
Many see jogging as menial and boring exercise, something many out of shape people feel obligated to do so that they can maintain health or at least go out once a day to see the world, but to Keahi Seymour, running is an art form observable in just about every aspect of nature. The inventor […]
Video By Cranky Old Disabled Vet Please support their channel by subscribing here Transcription provided by American Preppers Network Number of speakers: 2 (David & Random Guy) Duration: 11 min 50 sec First Aid Video #4 Random Guy: “Hey, I got a question for ya. What about my pills? My mother takes pills, I take […]
Have you ever Dry oven canned before? Do you know if it is truly safe? This article gives some unknown insight and the facts to back it up.
While your air conditioning unit is keeping you cool in the summer, there are a few health risks you should be aware of. With constant use of your air conditioners, you can lead yourself to having health problems or exasperating the ones you already have. By learning how to avoid those health risks you can […]
By Patrick Brian O’Neill Manganese protects against free radicals. No, free radicals are not a militant group you need to be concerned about (okay, they might be), but the ones we are referring to attack your body at the cellular level. They can cause damage to your skin, making it age quicker than it should. […]
By Patrick Brian O’Neill Found in all “high protein” foods, cysteine is the name of an anti-aging amino acid and does not refer to the world-famous chapel in the Apostolic Palace where the Pope hangs out, even though it is pronounced the same way. It actually contains sulfur, and is very important for proper protein […]
By Patrick Brian O’Neill There are a few facts about the essential nutrient molybdenum that you should know. It is found in what nutritionists and health experts consider the world’s healthiest foods. The foods which contain high levels of molybdenum also deliver other minerals, vitamins and nutritional good guys that your body craves. If you […]
By Patrick O’Neill PatrickBrianONeill.com Arginine (also known as L-Arginine) is a naturally effective prosexual nutrient for both women and men. That means that when you eat foods that contain this incredible anti-aging sex booster, you might be able to throw away your Cialis and Viagra for good. Your circulatory system also benefits, and there is […]
This might come as a surprise, but many of you just might have a medicine cabinet right in your own backyard and you aren’t even aware of it. Yes, that is correct. As a Certified Master Herbalist I wanted to share with you some basic “weeds” that are known to have a profound impact on […]
Wild Violets seem to grow just about everywhere in the United States, well at least everywhere there is moist, shady soil. They being to bloom in spring and will continue until early winter. Wild violets can be made into jams, jellies, candies, cough syrup, laxatives and liniments. The flowers of wild violets are high in […]
By Patrick Brian O’Neill Vitamin A is one of the 43 nutrients essential to healthy bodily functions. Unfortunately, your body cannot synthesize vitamin A in the quantities you need. This means you need to eat foods containing vitamin A as a part of your regular diet. Let’s take a closer look at this essential nutrient […]
A pest is an organism with a characteristic of damaging or harming agriculture through feeding on crops or damage household articles. The common household pests live in, invade household structure, or act as disease vector causing serious health threats. Some of the common pests found in the house are ants, aphids, bed bugs, bees, cockroaches, […]
Tomato, scientifically know as Lycopersicon esculentum and commonly referred to as the “Love Apple” is a popular vegetable with high anti-oxidant. They are sweet and juicy and healthy. Tomatoes are very versatile as they can be eaten as a salad, in a sandwich or as gravy for vegetables – not to forget “the all important […]
Betony has some health benefits that you should be aware of. Betony is a forgot practice. It’s herbal medicine has been used for years to treat anxiety, stress, depression and more. It does have a mild uterine stimulate so pregnant women should not use it. It is known to be helpful in treating sinusitis and […]
If an emergency or disaster occurs, don’t expect any help over the next 72 hours, which means you need to be totally independent and self-supportive for three entire days. It’s also likely you’ll be missing electricity and/or gas, which means no refrigeration or cooking is available. Therefore, it’s crucial that you’re adequately prepared by storing […]
This single herb get’s it name because of it’s medicinal, microbial effects on the blood. High in Iron and excellent source for Vitamin K and a essential source for having normalized blood clotting. No it’s not an overnight miracle worker, but with prolong usage it will either be a preventative maintenance item or a remedy […]
Basil (Ocimum basilicum), also known as Saint Joseph’s Wort, is a herb belonging to the mint family Lamiaceae and is often used as a seasoning in cooking. Basil is native to India and other tropical areas of Asia. Basil is used in traditional Tamil medicine and in ayurvedic medicine, which is a form of alternative […]
Cholera is an infection of the small intestine caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. Cholera has been the cause of many epidemics in the past. Even in modern times, millions of cases of cholera are reported every year worldwide, with over 100,000 deaths. There have been 7 cholera pandemics recorded since the 1800s, and a […]
Dental Hygiene should be a part of our daily lives and even more important in a survival situation for many reasons. Having access to a Dentist may be a serious challenge in a survival or prepper scenario. How will you maintain oral hygiene when your toothpaste has been exhausted? What will be your alternative methods […]
By T. K. Barwood WildWeedsBlog.com Kudzu is one of those weeds we all know and hate. Kudzu, if left to grow, can take over everything in a matter of months and devour homes in a couple of years, but it can be useful to you. Kudzu can be your friend if you keep it maintained. […]
By T. K. Barwood WildWeedsBlog.com Purslane, also known as pig-weed, is a weed that has to be talked about. This weed grows everywhere you don’t want it to grow in the summer. It comes up in the cracks in the side walks and grows as a turf cover in the yard. This plant is a […]
By T. K. Barwood WildWeedsBlog.com Today lets talk dandelions. We all hate dandelions. These little boogers like to grow everywhere. Thanks to children blowing their seeds all over the yard and they are some of the most stubborn weeds to get rid of. I stopped trying to get rid of them years ago. Dandelions are very helpful when modern medicine is […]
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(DR. BONES SAYS: This ebola update article has been expanded to reflect some of the latest news) Several countries in West Africa are in the throes of an epidemic of Ebola virus. Over 1200 cases and almost 700 deaths in the country of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia make it a candidate for the […]
Latest article by Joe Alton, M.D., aka Dr. Bones, of www.doomandbloom.net discusses pandemics and everything you need to know about face masks as medical supplies. In the last few months, I’ve noticed that we have had a wave of possible candidates for the next great pandemic. Ebola virus, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome, drug-resistant Tuberculosis, […]
There are few things worse than finding yourself in an emergency situation. Not only do you need to find a way to control your fear, keep calm, and think rationally, but there are also a number of things that you need to do to ensure that the outcome is as positive as possible. Emergency situations […]
Holy jumpin’ tapeworms Batman! You don’t need to stay up for that late night horror movie to get the bejesus scared out of you. Just consider what kind of creepy crawly parasites that could be living inside you right now. Fortunately, most can be treated. But first, watch the video to see what these nasty […]
MERS: Middle East Respiratory Syndrome There are a number of candidates for the next great pandemic. I’ve recently spent some time speaking and writing about the Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa. As things are quieting down (the government in Guinea has stated they will not report new cases to avoid a “panic”, so […]
INFECTED WOUND As a physician, I have on occasion dealt with infected wounds, sometimes from injury and also after surgical procedures. In a survival setting, most wounds will be contaminated with debris, dirt, and bacteria. Therefore, anyone who will be medically responsible after a disaster occurs may expect to deal with wound infections. The […]
Migraine headaches can be completely debilitating and those of us that suffer from them could be at a severe disadvantage during a prolonged emergency. While their exact cause is still a mystery most doctors think they are related to the spasming of the large blood vessels in the brain. A severe migraine could render a person […]
Written by: Joe Alton, M.D. aka Dr. Bones of www.doomandbloom.net In an effort to keep our readers abreast of new items that might be useful for survival, we like to showcase products that are new and promising. One has a new twist on some old technology, that of a sponge, to deal with stubborn bleeding […]
Written by: Joe Alton, M.D., aka Dr. Bones of www.doomandbloom.net It’s been incredibly frigid in parts of the U.S. and Canada this year, and it’s time to discuss winter car survival. Many deaths from exposure are avoidable if some simple precautions are taken. In other articles we’ve discussed hypothermia, frostbite, falling through the ice, and […]
Only a hundred years ago, our ancestors handled having to use the toilet during the night very differently than we do today. Now, we get up, go to the bathroom, use and flush. Not so in earlier times. For our ancestors, there were a multitude of methods to take care of waste when one didn’t […]
COLD WEATHER PREPAREDNESS by Joe Alton, M.D., aka Dr. Bones of doomandbloom.net It looks like another harsh winter of extreme cold weather, with ice storms and blizzards already carpeting much of the Midwest, Northeast and Canada, and making hypothermia a real concern. Hypothermia is a condition where the core body temperature drops below 95 degrees […]
by Joe Alton, M.D., aka Dr. Bones of doomandbloom.net I just wanted to share a few thoughts on spirituality and survival. Survival certainly involves being prepared for disasters, getting your food storage, medical supplies, and all your other ducks in a row. But getting your spirit in order could be one of the most important […]
Gunshot wounds in a post-disaster environment! Host: Sam Coffman “The Human Path” Everybody who prepares for the worst should have at least one firearm and preferably much more than just one. Pistol, rifle and shotgun are all necessary weapons to own for defense and hunting. Anyone owning weapons should also incorporate firearm training and maintenance […]
Water purification tablets are an ideal one-step back up form of water treatment. They are especially good for Get Home Bags and Bug Out Bags because they are light weight and inexpensive. Water purification tablets are also great to store in your vehicle or your bug out location to disinfect water on demand. Even though […]
Herbs you might wish to add to your preparedness supplies.
TEACHING SURVIVAL SKILLS TO YOUR CHILDREN
Article Courtesy: ReadyMan.com You’re never too savage to take some time to teach your kids survival skills. Or any skills, for that matter. Sometimes, the greatest lessons we learn in life pop up completely unexpectedly. As parents, we should be sure to capitalize on every opportunity to impart some of our knowledge onto our children… […]
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