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March 12, 2020 - Posted by Evangelyn Rodriguez

(Natural News) Thymus capitatus, also known as conehead thyme or Spanish oregano, is a plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is commonly used as food, medicine and as a source of raw materials. The most useful parts of conehead thyme are its leaves and essential oil. The latter, in particular, is used not only as a […]
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March 11, 2020 - Posted by Zoey Sky

(Natural News) Compared to headaches, menstrual migraines are more intense and severe. But worry not, ladies. You can relieve the symptoms of menstrual migraines with natural remedies. What are menstrual migraines? Menstrual migraines can occur during perimenopause or your period. Migraines are triggered when your nervous system malfunctions and inflammation is aggravated. If you suffer from period-related […]
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March 8, 2020 - Posted by Arsenio Toledo

(Natural News) Breast cancer is a serious health problem all over the world. In 2019, there were an estimated 276,480 cases of breast cancer diagnoses in the United States. Furthermore, an estimated 42,260 people—41,760 women and 500 men—will die from breast cancer in the year 2020. New treatment methods for breast cancer need to be developed to […]
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https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-conte...y-fruits-2.jpgAnimal study reveals that Chinese mulberry demonstrates protective effects against liver injuries caused by oxidative stress


March 6, 2020 - Posted by Evangelyn Rodriguez

(Natural News) Cudrania tricuspidata, commonly known as Chinese mulberry or mandarin melon berry, is a small, cold-hardy tree that’s been used as a source of food and medicine in China for thousands of years. Today, it is grown in different parts of the world and is known for its red raspberry-like fruits, which ripen in […]
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March 5, 2020 - Posted by Evangelyn Rodriguez

(Natural News) Gram-negative bacteria, which are classified based on the color (red) they turn to after Gram staining, can be found everywhere, even in the human gut. Many known bacterial pathogens are Gram-negative, such as Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Chlamydia trachomatis and Vibrio cholerae. According to studies, Gram-negative bacteria are inherently resistant to macrolide antibiotics, which are widely […]
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https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-conte...Background.jpgExtract from Asian plant helps eliminate bacteria known to cause tooth decay


March 4, 2020 - Posted by Evangelyn Rodriguez

(Natural News) Despite advances in modern dentistry, the prevalence of dental diseases is increasing. Dental caries or tooth decay is one of the most common dental health problems suffered by schoolchildren and a large number of adults today. Dental caries is caused by the acid produced when oral bacteria break down sugars from food. This acid […]
in: Alternative medicine, Antibiotics, Disease Treatments, Diseases, Health, herbal medicine, herbal medicine, holistic dentistry, holistic dentistry, Medicine, oral health, oral health, Plants, Remedies, Science, Super Foods

https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-conte...Sage-Basil.jpgHomesteading 101: 8 Ways to preserve medicinal herbs


March 3, 2020 - Posted by Zoey Sky

(Natural News) When summer comes around, home gardeners know that it’s once again time to stock up on preserved herbs. (h/t to PracticalSelfReliance.com) It is best to use fresh herbs when cooking or preparing herbal remedies, but a lot of herbs are just as useful when preserved. Not sure where to start? Harvest herbs before they start […]
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https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-conte...pearmint-1.jpgSpearmint confirmed to improve cognitive health: Study


March 2, 2020 - Posted by Evangelyn Rodriguez

(Natural News) Mentha spicata, or spearmint, is an aromatic herb that can be used for a variety of purposes. A well-known species of mint, it is a great addition to savory dishes and is a common ingredient in products such as chewing gums and commercially-produced toothpastes and mouthwashes. But spearmint also has plenty of medicinal uses, thanks to its […]
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https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-conte...ealth-weed.jpgCreate your own anti-inflammatory salve using plantain


March 1, 2020 - Posted by Zoey Sky

(Natural News) A good prepper knows that even weeds shouldn’t be dismissed when SHTF. For example, broadleaf plantain (Plantago major) is a medicinal herb that can be used to make a healing salve for various skin conditions. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) And the broadleaf plantain is often found in your garden or backyard. Plantain, a versatile and medicinal […]
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https://www.naturalnews.com/wp-conte...rden-Plant.jpgWhat are the health benefits of hibiscus leaves?


February 27, 2020 - Posted by Evangelyn Rodriguez

(Natural News) The genus Corchorus consists of about 40 to 100 different species of plants that belong to the Malvaceae or hibiscus family. The most well-known Corchorus plants, namely, C. olitorius and C. capsularis, are the main sources of the fiber, jute. Jute is obtained from the inner bast tissue of a Corchorus plant’s stem and is used […]
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The 5 Skills That Eliminate Most Emergencies | Episode 595
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The 5 Skills That Eliminate Most Emergencies | Episode 595

Good morning. It’s 18 degrees. Tennessee decided to remind us who’s in charge.
This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
Today we’re talking about something that doesn’t get enough credit in prepping circles.
Not gear.
Not bunker fantasies.
Skills.
Five specific skills that eliminate most emergencies before they ever become emergencies.
Let’s get into it.
1. Preventative Maintenance

There are two types of people.
The proactive maintenance crowd.
And the rest of us.
I’ll admit — I’m not perfect at it. But I know better. And knowing better already puts you ahead.
Basic maintenance prevents most mechanical disasters:

• Oil changes
• Cleaning AC units
• Replacing spark plugs
• Checking filters
• Roof inspections
• HVAC servicing
I clean our window units every year. Pull them out, dismantle them, clean the coils, clear the sludge. Since I started doing that, they’ve lasted years longer.
Most people run things until they fail.
Failure is expensive.
Maintenance is cheap.
Same goes for your car. Same goes for your house. Ignore it long enough and you’re buying a new roof instead of patching a leak.
Preventative maintenance turns “emergency repair” into “routine upkeep.”
2. Financial Awareness

Most “emergencies” are just financial mismanagement.
Overdraft fees.
Late fees.
Impulse spending.
Untracked subscriptions.
Lifestyle creep.

You don’t need to make more money.
You need to control the money you already make.
When my wife and I started actually tracking spending and living on a budget, we built savings fast.
No magic.
No lottery.
No second job.
Just awareness.
Turn off overdraft protection so transactions decline instead of charging you $35 to be broke.
Set alerts.
Call and negotiate fees when they happen.
Financial awareness eliminates overdraft emergencies, debt spirals, and panic purchases.
Most financial disasters are preventable.
3. Cooking From Basic Ingredients

If you can cook from scratch, shortages don’t wreck you.
Missing celery?
Pivot.
No carrots in the store?
Make something else.
Eggs gone?
Mayo works in cornbread.
If you rely on recipes as rigid law, you panic.
If you understand ingredients and substitutions, you adapt.
Cooking skill equals flexibility.
Flexibility eliminates food stress.
You don’t need a fully stocked gourmet kitchen. You need knowledge.
And honestly? AI is great for this.
“Hey, I have chicken, rice, and canned tomatoes. What can I make?”
Boom. Ideas.
Over time, you build your own mental database.
That eliminates grocery store drama.
4. Basic Health & First Aid Awareness

Don’t ignore your health.
Monitor blood pressure.
Watch blood sugar.
Get basic labs done.
Exercise.
Eat like an adult.
Letting your health degrade until you’re dependent on emergency medicine is the opposite of preparedness.
You don’t have to become a biohacker.
But you should know your numbers.
You should understand symptoms.
You should have basic first aid skills.
Most long-term “health emergencies” are years in the making.
Early action prevents crisis.
5. Calm Problem Solving

This one is huge.
When something goes wrong:
Slow down.
Assess.
Act deliberately.
Panicking compounds problems.
Calm thinking:
• Avoids dumb decisions
• Reduces accidents
• Keeps conflict small
• Stops mistakes from stacking
Most situations aren’t life-or-death.
They feel like it because people escalate emotionally.
Calm problem solving turns chaos into steps.
And steps are manageable.
Final Thoughts

Most disasters aren’t hurricanes or EMPs.
They’re:
• Neglected maintenance
• Financial sloppiness
• Poor health
• Inability to cook
• Emotional overreaction
Master these five skills and you eliminate most emergencies before they begin.
Prepping isn’t about hoarding.
It’s about competence.
This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
DIY to survive.

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