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When prepping goes extreme: How far is too far?

09/04/2024 // HRS Editors // 390 Views

Tags: emergency food, emergency preparedness, extreme prepping, food freedom, food supply, goodfood, homesteading, how-to, off grid, preparedness, prepper, prepper pantry, prepping, prepping stockpile, SHTF, survival, survival stockpile, survival supplies, tips



What people think of as "extreme preppers" are often in the limelight whenever topics like survival or preparedness are being discussed. In fact, for a non-prepper, it may seem easy to categorize different prepping activities as "extreme" behavior.
As a non-prepper, you may also believe that being prepared is uncommon. However, this can be the most dangerous belief since preparedness and risk analysis can help save your family's life when disaster strikes. (h/t to TruePrepper.com)
The National Geographic Channel (Nat Geo) show "Doomsday Preppers," which aired from 2012 to 2014, was culturally the largest thing that happened to prepping. And while other TV shows featured prepping and survival, "Doomsday Preppers" was the most culturally influential at the time of its airing. (Related: Debunking the TOP 5 MYTHS about emergency food storage.)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) even partnered with Nat Geo to share practical advice during episodes of "Doomsday Preppers." But Nat Geo and the agency did not realize that audiences were laughing at the show instead of watching it for tips on how to start prepping.
The exorbitant budgets and unreasonable spending habits of some of the participants on the show may have had a negative effect on those watching and convinced them that they will need a lot of money to start prepping.
"Doomsday Preppers" also made it seem like prepping can be very extreme for the general public.
However, if you plan ahead, you can still prep even on a budget. After all, the prepping community is frugal and can budget their money to avoid large expenses later.
Extreme prepping vs. a lack of preparedness

With prepping, "extreme" can go two ways. Extreme prepping can describe someone's specific over-preparedness for uncommon emergencies, or it can describe a complete lack of preparedness.
"Doomsday Preppers" illustrates the first definition, which is often what non-preppers think of when prepping is brought up.
However, the second definition is more common than the first. For example, a large-scale lack of preparedness is common almost every time there is a local emergency or regional disaster.
In the past, Hurricanes Katrina, Sandy, Florence and Michael have revealed how millions of people were often unprepared for hurricanes, especially during the peak of hurricane season.
Puerto Rico also showed the rest of the world how an entire territory can depend on the government for disaster aid. But none of these examples resulted in lasting conversations about how unprepared the general public is.
Even after many disasters around the world, prepping remains a lifestyle for "crazy extreme preppers."
Don't let the idea of "extreme preppers" discourage you from starting your prepping journey.
Talk to practical preppers who can share their knowledge with you. Don't waste time and money on zombie prep and paranoid tin foil hats.
Instead, aim for broad preparedness. Focus on finalizing a basic emergency plan, then start building a food stockpile for your family.
Next, prepare a survival kit if you spend a lot of time outdoors. You can also prepare bug-out bags for your whole family.
Set aside time to run preparedness drills to teach everyone what to do and where to go when dealing with different emergencies.
Where to buy lab-verified supplies for your stockpile

The Health Ranger Store is committed to helping you prepare for any survival scenario. That's why we're proud to introduce a variety of lab-verified products such as Organic Instant Black Beans, Organic Goji Berries and Organic Freeze Dried Pineapple.
Also known as black turtle beans, black beans are a staple of Latin American cuisine and are eaten all over the world. More than just making any meal filling, black beans also add a lot of nutrition to dishes.
Health Ranger Select Organic Instant Black Beans are shelf-stable, quickly rehydrated with water, and loaded with essential nutrients such as calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and vitamins A and B1.
And because Health Ranger Select Organic Instant Black Beans is certified organic and kosher, as well as laboratory-verified, there are no hidden surprises. What you see is what you get, and what you get are the cleanest and healthiest instant black beans on the market with a long shelf-life.
The Health Ranger Store also wants you to experience the incredible health-supporting properties of one of the world's most nutritious superfoods. That's why we're bringing you an ultra-clean new lot of Health Ranger Select Organic Goji Berries.
Carefully grown and harvested by trusted suppliers in the pristine regions of the Tibetan plateau, our ultra-clean goji berries undergo a natural drying process to preserve their original taste and nutrient content. This means that they contain no preservatives or artificial flavoring and are just as nutritious as fresh organic goji berries.
Health Ranger Select Organic Goji Berries contain no gluten or GMOs and are extensively lab-tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology. Our premium goji berries are also vegan, non-irradiated and certified organic.
Lastly, make sure you have nutritious fruits in your stockpile and buy Organic Freeze Dried Pineapple.
Organic Freeze Dried Pineapple can be stored for up to 10 to 15 years, depending on storage conditions. Keep it in a dark, cool, low-humidity location and it will last for an extended duration.
Note that heat, humidity and light will degrade all storable foods.
Our freeze-dried diced pineapples are grown under strict organic standards. The freeze-drying method preserves the taste, texture and nutrients of our premium pineapples.
Health Ranger Select Freeze-Dried Organic Pineapple contains no gluten, preservatives, or GMOs. They are vegan, non-China, certified Kosher and organic, and have been lab tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology.
Visit Preparedness.news for more tips to help you get started on your prepping journey. You can also check out Health Ranger Store and Brighteon Store for more lab-verified food supplies for your prepping needs.
Click on this link for a tasty recipe for Southwestern Quinoa Salad made with Organic Black Beans.
Watch the video below to learn more about the nutrient profile of Organic Pineapples.

This video is from the Health Ranger Store channel on Brighteon.com.
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DIY Corbel Shelves

last updated: May 20, 2020


Well, it has been well over a year and a half since i last posted. A lot has changed in that time as well. A lot! We had bought one workshop then outgrew it, so i sold it and bought the bigger one next door. It required a complete gut job but we got it done. I loved the shop, it was perfect. But, then we decided to sell our house and buy 5 acres about 45 minutes away. Having all that land meant that i could build a shop and work from home. So, we sold our new shop, sold our house, lived in a condo for 9 months while our new house and shop was being built. During that time, we also decided to buy Old Fashioned Milk Paint Co. who is the manufacturer of the Sweet Pickins Milk Paint line. The old owners decided it was time for something new and we were their largest customer. My husband spent months and months on the small business loan and getting all that figured out and we made it

I now own Old Fashioned Milk Paint Co. which manufactures that line of course, the Sweet Pickins Milk Paint line and then our 3rd milk paint line Farmhouse Finishes. We operate everything out of our large shop that we built and things are going really well! We are busier than ever and growing quickly. We have already had to build onto the shop to accommodate for our raw materials and we are getting ready to build a 2nd shop within the next year so i can get back to furniture painting which sadly has had to be put aside.

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I know there is so much to tell you guys and go over, but i wanted to jump on here and get this post done about a project i recently complete in my kitchen. I was sent these corbels by Osborne Wood Products to do a project. I knew right away the perfect project to use them on because this empty space in my kitchen was begging for some open shelving.

Osborne Wood is my go to place for all my table legs as well. They make great products and i’ve been ordering from them for years. In fact, i’m just getting ready to build me a 2nd island for my kitchen and will get my legs from them as well. If your looking for anything like that, i highly recommend you check them out!

I started with 6 of these corbels. These are a great size for shelving.



I wanted to keep my shelves simple, so i just used some pine 1×4’s to add a top plate on them and a brace across the back and then the actual shelf is a 1×12.



I had to cut the 1×4 down a bit to look proportionate to my corbel.



To attach the top plate, i just used some glue and then my brad nailer.






I measured 2 inches from the edge and made my mark so i knew exactly where to line up the corbels.



I then screwed the corbel on from the top of the shelf. I countersunk the screws a bit and then just filled and sanded before painting.



After attaching the corbels, i used a 1×4 as the back brace. This bulked up the shelf a little as well as gave it something so that all components could be tied together and made the shelf tight. It also gave me something to screw into the studs on my wall.



I made small notches with my jigsaw to go around the back plate.



Then i used my Kreg Jig to make pocket holes on the cross bars to screw into the corbels and the shelf.



The pocket screws really tie everything together and make it all sturdy. If you don’t have one and you build anything, you should definitely invest in one!



The completed shelf! I made 3 of them all the same.



After giving them a light sand, i hung them in my kitchen. You can see on the baseboards where i marked the studs with tape. I was also shiplapping my kitchen at the same time so this was the perfect time to get these hung. I just screwed the shelves to the wall from both the backplate and from the top and then just filled the holes and sanded them before painting. I also caulked all the seams after i got the shelves hung for a more seamless/finished look.



Next up was paint! I was going to spray, but i decided last minute to just brush everything.



The shelves turned out perfect and was exactly what i needed for that space.



Ive gone back and forth with having hooks on the back plate on the bottom shelf for towels and things, and still haven’t made up my mind what i like best.



Thanks again to Osborne Wood for providing me with the corbels! If you have any questions on this project leave a comment and we will get back to you soon!
Paint color on everything – Sherwin Williams Pure White


Here’s to the 1st blog post in a year and a half!



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Budget-friendly tips to up your prepper game

09/05/2024 // HRS Editors // 350 Views

Tags: budget prepping, emergency food, emergency preparedness, emergency stockpile, food freedom, food independence, Food storage, food supply, goodfood, grocery tips, homesteading, how-to, nutrients, off grid, preparedness, prepper, prepper pantry, prepping, prepping stockpile, prepping supplies, SHTF, survival, survival stockpile, survival supplies, tips



As a prepper, one of your main goals is to prepare for different emergencies. But prepping goes beyond preparing for cataclysmic events like earthquakes or societal collapse.You can also prepare for smaller-scale emergencies like power outages or unexpected personal financial crises. One of the best ways to prepare for such events is to start a prepper pantry so your family has access to a variety of delicious and nutritious food even after SHTF. (h/t to YourPrepperPlan.com)
Many non-preppers are often worried about the cost when it comes to prepping.
While this is a valid concern, you can address it with some careful planning regardless of your income level. Remember that budgeting isn't just about being frugal.
Budgeting also involves making strategic decisions about where to allocate your resources, especially if your funds are limited. And when you are talking about survival supplies and emergency food storage, strategic budgeting can go a long way.
Always keep your prepper pantry tailored to your unique circumstances. (Related: Top canned foods with the longest shelf life.)
Prepping essentials for your pantry

Here are some essential food supplies and items for your prepper stockpile or pantry:
Non-perishable food items
Non-perishable food items like canned goods, dried beans, pasta and rice are all budget-friendly, non-perishable food items. These staples are essential for your budget prepper pantry.
These items are also easy to store, have a long shelf-life and offer great nutritional value.
Water storage and purification methods
Water is vital for survival. You need clean drinking water to stay hydrated, and you also need water for cooking and cleaning.
Invest in affordable water storage solutions and master budget-friendly water purification methods, like boiling or using water purification tablets.
Tips for building a prepper pantry on a budget

Here are some tips to help you get started:
If you have limited funds, you can make the most of every dollar by buying in bulk. Purchasing larger quantities of essential items can save you money in the long run, and it's one of the fastest ways to quickly stockpile supplies for your pantry.
Items such as non-perishable foodstuffs like beans, pasta, rice and canned goods, are often cheaper per unit when purchased in bulk. It's true that the initial cost might be higher, but the price per serving is often significantly lower than if you bought the same item in a smaller package. You should also shop during sales and take advantage of discounts.
Here are some tips to save money while buying supplies:
Check store flyers and online deals
Physical store flyers and online deal sites can offer useful information about upcoming sales. Check them regularly, especially stores where you frequently shop.
Bookmark relevant websites and sign up for newsletters or alerts to stay updated on the best deals for a variety of essential supplies.
Plan grocery trips around sales
Maximize each shopping trip by planning them around when items you need are on sale.
You might need to adjust your shopping schedule, but the savings can make it worthwhile.
Seasonal sales
Remember that certain times of the year, such as after holidays or at the change of seasons, often mean big sales.
These are great opportunities to stock up on discounted items for your prepper pantry.
Use coupons
Coupons can provide substantial savings, but you should learn how to use them wisely.
Compare prices and only use coupons for items that you were planning to buy. Don't waste money on things you don't need just because they were on sale.
Join discount stores and wholesale clubs
Discount stores and wholesale clubs are great because they usually offer items at lower prices than traditional grocery stores.
If you're not sure about getting a membership, check out your local options and compare prices to see if you can save more money with a membership.
Clearance sections
Clearance sections could be hiding great bargains, so don't forget to browse them for heavily discounted items.
While these might be close to their best-by date, if you plan to use them soon or can properly store them, they can be affordable additions to your prepper pantry.
Buy generic
You can also save a lot of money by choosing store or generic brands, which are just as good as name brands.
Where to buy affordable supplies for your prepping needs

The Health Ranger Store is committed to helping you prepare for any emergency whatever your budget.
That’s why we’re proud to introduce a variety of affordable and lab-verified food supplies for your prepping needs, such as food buckets and freeze-dried fruits and vegetables.
The Ranger Bucket Organic Emergency Storable Food Supply is the world's first emergency food supply that's certified organic and laboratory-verified.
All the food items are organic, non-GMO, laboratory tested for heavy metals and completely free of chemical ingredients such as MSG or preservatives.
Bucket A26, with a minimum of 278 servings per pail, contains supplies lie Organic Long Grain Brown Rice, Organic Red Lentils and Organic Black Beans.
Meanwhile, Bucket B19, with a minimum of 258 servings per pail, contains an assortment of food supplies such as Himalayan Salt, Organic White Quinoa and Organic Yellow Popcorn.
The Brighteon Store also wants to help you experience the full nutritional benefits of organic apples, which is why we're bringing you freeze-dried, organic, diced apples in long-term storable #10 cans.
Health Ranger Select Freeze-Dried Organic Diced Apples are made from fresh, high-quality apples that are grown under strict organic standards without the use of synthetic pesticides. Our freeze-dried apple pieces are non-GMO, certified Kosher and organic and are thoroughly lab-tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology.
Eat Freeze-Dried Organic Diced Apples as a snack, sprinkle them onto cereals, or rehydrate them by soaking them in water.
The Health Ranger Store also wants you to enjoy the full nutritional benefits of vegetables such as fresh organic kale, which is why we've gone to great lengths to bring you clean and certified organic freeze-dried chopped kale in long-term storable #10 cans.
Loaded with a variety of important nutrients, Freeze-Dried Organic Chopped Kale is carefully grown by our trusted suppliers under strict organic standards.
It then undergoes a freeze-drying process that preserves the original taste, texture and nutrients of our premium kale.
Visit Health Ranger Store and Brighteon Store to find more prepping products for your prepping needs. You can also go to FoodSupply.news for more useful tips on how to build a reliable food stockpile.
Click on this link to learn how to make tasty Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins .
Watch the video below to learn how you can support good health with Organic Apples even after SHTF.

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Fire Starting For Survival | episode 232

September 6, 2024 James Burnette Podcast

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Fire Starting For Survival | episode 232

Today I’m going to talk all about fire starting for survival. This is part of my National Preparedness Month series. I go into many reasons why you would want to be able to start a fire. And not just for a SHTF scenario. You might need to start a grill and your lighter is out. Where I live a store trip takes at least fifteen minutes. Fire starting is an invaluable skill to have for survival.
There are a million different ways to start a fire. Some very easy and some incredibly hard. Starting a fire with a lighter and vaseline-soaked cotton ball is about as easy as it gets. On the other end is hand-drill fire and natural tinder. Finding natural fuel in the humidity of the south is not an easy task.

I talk about several of the methods for starting a fire. The different tools you can use and pair them with. There’s two parts to it. You need a way to generate a spark and a way to ignite that spark.
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Black Seed – The Remedy For Everything But Death

by Diane
July 31, 2017


Used throughout history for its amazing healing powers, black seed was reportedly found in King Tut’s tomb. This spice has been extensively studied and proven effective against many modern diseases, yet few people have even heard of it. We are here to spread the word about this potent cure and encourage everyone to stock black seed in your medicine cabinet.
What is Black Seed?

Black seed is the seed of the Nigella Sativa plant but is known by many names including black cumin, black sesame, black caraway, onion seed, and Roman coriander. Black seed is the most descriptive name, but the most accurate may be the Arabic name which translates to “seed of blessing.” It is reported that the Islamic prophet Mohammed called black seed a “remedy for all diseases except death.”
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What Does Black Seed Treat?

It would be impossible to discuss all of the conditions and diseases that black seed treats in this article. Black seed benefits have been studied in over 656 peer-reviewed studies as far back as 1964. The research is solid, documenting the benefits of black seed and black seed oil. Here are just a few of the well-documented benefits of black seed:
Type 2 Diabetes and Insulin Resistance

A 2010 research study found that 2 grams of black seeds per day reduced fasting blood glucose readings by an average of 45 mg/dl after four weeks and 62 mg/dl at eight weeks. HbA1C readings were reduced by 1.5% after 12 weeks. Participants had decreased insulin resistance, reduced HbA1C, and increased beta-cell function. Participants had no adverse liver or kidney reactions.
Helicobacter Pylori Infection

Helicobacter Pylori infection is implicated in a large number of diseases, including peptic ulcer, chronic gastritis, and gastric cancer. Black seeds were tested against triple eradication therapy using clarithromycin, amoxicillin, and omeprazole in patients with non-ulcer dyspepsia and black seeds were found to be as effective as the triple antibiotic therapy.
Hypertension

A randomized, double-blind study conducted in 2006 showed that 100-200 mg of Nigella Seed Extract taken twice a day for eight weeks significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressure values in patients with mild hypertension. Participants also experienced a decrease in total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol. Black seed has also been shown to have positive effects on heart health. No complications were recorded during the 2-month study.
Related: 23 Medicinal Plants the Native Americans Used on a Daily Basis
Bacterial Infections Including MRSA

MRSA is a significant health problem encountered in hospitals and clinics worldwide. It is resistant to various anti-staphylococcus agents. Laboratory testing of black seed extracts inhibited the growth of MRSA. More testing is necessary for MRSA and other resistant bacteria. However, black seed is known to have antibiotic properties.
Asthma

Both animal and human studies have confirmed that boiled water extracts of black seed opens asthmatic airways, allowing easier breathing. Pulmonary function tests showed rapid improvement in asthmatic patients taking the extracts. Thymoquinone, an active compound found in black seed is a powerful anti-asthmatic.
Protects and Heals the Skin

Black seed oil has been shown to be beneficial and healing to the skin. Cleopatra, famed for her beauty is rumored to have used black seeds to enhance the health and beauty of her skin. Black seed oil contains valuable vitamins, minerals and trace elements that nourish the skin and help it heal.
Black seed oil regulates the body’s immune cells and contains anti-tumor necrosis factor (anti-TNF.) TNF is a problem in some autoimmune skin diseases. Black seed oil has been shown to be beneficial when applied directly to the skin for the treatment of psoriasis, eczema, fungal infections and acne.
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Black Seed Oil for Skin Cancer

Black seed has been shown to have a wide range of anti-cancer effects and specific activity against squamous cell carcinomas have been shown in vitro. Black seed extracts inhibited cell reproduction and increase cell death in squamous cell carcinoma. More studies are needed, but black seed oil shows promise as a potential therapy in squamous cell skin cancers.
Digestion

Black seeds have carminative properties, meaning they aid in the reduction of gas, bloating, stomach pain and digestive problems.
Candida and Fungal Infections

If you have problems with candida and fungus in the digestive system or on the skin, black seed oil may be the solution. It has been shown effective in battling candida infections.
Black Seed Supports the Immune System

Nigella Sativa contains beneficial antioxidants, acids, and vitamins that support the immune system. Black seeds appear to balance the immune system, up-regulating some functions and down-regulating others for better immune health. It appears to have a calming effect on the overactive immune reactions that cause autoimmune reactions.
Many Other Uses

Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) has been documented to have over 600 beneficial effects on health. It is a powerfully healthy supplement that belongs in every medicine cabinet. Unlike many supplements, numerous studies have been done on Nigella Sativa that prove its efficacy.
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Medicinal Properties of Black Seed

Black seed has been used for many different diseases throughout history. If you are concerned about a specific health condition, it is easy to test black seeds or black seed oil over a period of 3 months or more to determine whether it may be effective. Also search a medical library for original research on Nigella Sativa and your condition.
Black seed is known to have these medicinal properties:

• Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-virus
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-ulcer
• Anti-Hypertensive
• Antioxidant
• Antispasmodic
• Bronchodilator
• Beneficial for reducing blood sugar and regulating insulin response
• Protects the liver and kidneys
• Interferon Inducer
• Inhibits Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF)

How to Use Black Seed

The easiest way to use black seed is to sprinkle the seeds on salads or in a smoothie. There is probably some benefit in crushing the seeds before just before use. Your blender will do the job when making a smoothie.
Another easy way to use black seed is to add black seed oil to your juice or a smoothie. You can also take a teaspoon of the oil straight several times a day. It has a slightly spicy taste that most people don’t find objectionable. If you choose to use the oil, make sure your supply is fresh. Black seed oil can become rancid, just like other oils.
Black seed oil is considered safe for culinary use and showed no side effects in testing. However, it is always possible that some individuals will have a reaction to a new food or oil, so start slowly and make sure it is tolerated. Like other herbs, spices, and essential oils, black seed is very potent, and a little goes a long way.
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Great Depression Pantry

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A Great Depression pantry isn’t just a nostalgic nod to the past—it's a proven method for long-term food storage that helps you stay...




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The Top 7 Most Effective Natural Antibiotics and How to Use Them

Cameron Hooper May 4, 2017
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Ever since drug-based antibiotics came around in the 1940s, natural antibiotics have taken the back seat.
Well… until recently that is. Now that we’ve come to realize drug-based antibiotics have some nasty side effects, the demand for natural antibiotics has exploded.
Every time you swallow a drug-based antibiotic, you cause significant harm to your digestive system by destroying the healthy bacteria in your gut.
This can result in

• A weakened immune system
• Gut-related diseases (such as Crohn’s)
• Food sensitivities
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Chronic Inflammation

And it’s not like drug-based antibiotics damage the gut for a just few weeks.
The Journal Microbiology, claims that even a short course of antibiotics can cause undesirable changes in the gut microbiome that persist for up to 4 or more years! (1)
That being said, here’s an overview of the natural antibiotics I mention in this article. If you don’t feel like reading too much, just click on the natural antibiotic that interests you the most to jump to it.

Natural Antibiotic	What It’s Best For
Manuka Honey	Skin or oral infections, immune system boost
Oregano Oil	Skin & sinus infections, foot & nail fungus
Garlic	Colds, flu, ear infections, immune system boost
Cinnamon	Fungal infections (candida, athlete’s foot), immune system boost
Fermented Foods	Significantly improves immune system and gut health
Ginger	Prevent foodborone illness, best when combined with other remedies
Pau D’ Arco	Candida in the gut, viral & bacterial infections

Popping Antibiotics Like Candy

As you could imagine, the damage to your body increases with the amount of antibiotics you take.
Which is a huge concern since prescription antibiotics have become one of the most over-prescribed “medicines” today.
And there’s no sign it’s slowing down.
In fact, data from the CDC indicates that…

“1 of every 3 patients are given antibiotics when they aren’t even needed.”

This behavior is the main reason why antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or “superbugs,” have developed. And scientists can’t figure out how to fight them.
The bottom line is that drug-based antibiotics are causing a significant amount of harm. And their overuse is only making things worse.
Drug-based antibiotics should only be used as a last resort.
Most natural antibiotics, on the other hand, don’t cause harm to your digestive system (with a few exceptions). And they certainly aren’t over-prescribed.
So if you want to fight infection without destroying your health at the same time, here are the top 7 most powerful antibiotics backed by science.
1. Manuka Honey


Manuka honey is one of the most unique and beneficial forms of honey on the planet— it’s like honey on steroids.
Among its many other health benefits, manuka honey has a powerful infection-fighting punch.
Unlike normal raw honey, manuka honey is made from bees that pollinate the Manuka bush.
The result is a honey rich in naturally occurring hydrogen peroxide, methylglyoxal, and dihydroxyacetone. This trifecta of substances is responsible for the potent antimicrobial properties of Manuka honey (2).
Studies have even found that manuka honey can kill off staph infections (MRSA), an antibiotic-resistant superbug. Most drug-based antibiotics, on the other hand, are completely useless for treating MRSA.
How to use Manuka Honey

Primary Uses: Skin or oral infections (e.g., helps fight bacteria that causes plaque), general immune booster.
Manuka honey is primarily used topically (on the skin).
But since it’s honey, you can also eat it to give your immune system a boost. It’s the most delicious way to fight infection.

• Skin Infections: Take a small dab and lather the honey on the infected area. Cover with gauze or a band aid.
• Internal Immune Boost: If you notice people around you are getting sick or you recently caught a cold, you can take a tsp 1-2 times per day. This can help prevent you from getting sick in the first place or reduce the duration of your illness. I like to combine manuka honey with ginger and cinnamon to make it even more powerful.

I just wouldn’t suggest eating it every day for long periods of time since it would get expensive. Manuka honey is more medicine than food. Treat it like something you would put in your medicine cabinet.
Where Do I Buy Manuka Honey?

Like any supplements out there, the range of quality is massive. And since it’s really expensive, you want it to work, right?
I really dug deep into the research to find a high quality and high potency manuka honey. This is the brand I finally decided to use:

Get Manuka Honey Here

Warnings: Avoid getting the cheaper manuka honey brands with lower UMF ratings. They will be a complete waste of money. Also, don’t use while immune compromised unless it’s medical-grade.
2. Oregano Oil


Oregano oil is nothing like the herb you would put in your pasta sauce.
It’s a distilled extract of medicinal-grade oregano. Like manuka honey, it’s more of a medicine than a food.
Oregano oil contains two potent compounds called carvacrol and thymol. Both of which can fight off an impressive range of pathogens (harmful microbes).
Carvacrol, for example, is extensively studied for its antimicrobial effects. Over 1,000 studies have indicated that it can fight (3)

• Bacterial infections
• Fungal infections (like thrush which is caused by candida)
• Viruses
• Parasites
• Allergies
• Inflammation

The point is, oregano oil is one of the most powerful natural antibiotics on the planet.
Countless people have successfully treated foot / nail fungus, sinus infections, yeast infections, and even MRSA with oregano oil.
How Do I Use It?

Primary Uses: Skin infections, foot & nail fungus, sinus infections.
The way you use oregano oil will largely depend on what kind of infection you’re dealing with.

• Foot or nail fungus: Put a few teaspoons of oregano oil in a tub of water and soak your feet in it. You can also dilute the oil by combining a drop of oregano oil with a teaspoon of coconut or cold-pressed olive oil. From here you can apply it to your nails or skin.
• Sinus Infections: Put a few drops of oil into a big pot of steaming water and inhale the steam (be careful it’s not too hot). Alternatively, you can use a neti pot (just use one small drop) which works great when you’re too stuffy to breathe in steam.
• Oral infections (like thrush): Dilute a drop of oregano oil with a teaspoon of cold-pressed coconut oil. Swish for a few minutes and rinse it out. Repeat 3-4 times a day.

Where Do I Get it?

Due to possible pesticide contamination, I always suggest going organic.
It’s also important to use the right oregano species. There are over 40 different species of oregano, and not all of them will have the medicinal effect you’re looking for.
The two most effective species are Origanum vulgare and Thymus capitatus. So the supplement should contain one of these species to get the best results.
That being said, here’s the best organic oregano oil brand I could find:

Get Oregano Oil Here

Warnings: Don’t use internally. It’s really powerful stuff so it can actually kill off some beneficial bacteria in your gut.
3. Garlic (extract)


Garlic isn’t just a delicious vegetable to add to your meals. It’s also a powerful antibiotic that’s been used for thousands of years by cultures around the world.
And it turns out, these cultures were spot on for using garlic as an antibiotic.
One study, for example, found that an active substance in garlic (diallyl sulphide) is up to 100x more effective than antibiotics (4).
Pretty amazing, right?
Garlic is known to fight a wide range of infections including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and even parasites (5).
But garlic doesn’t just kill infectious microbes. It also bolsters your immune system.
Studies have found that eating garlic on a daily basis can reduce the number of colds a person gets by 63% and reduce the duration of cold symptoms by up to 70% (6).
And unlike drug-based antibiotics, garlic provides a long list of additional health benefits including its ability to

• Lower blood pressure
• Improve cholesterol levels
• Prevent Alzheimer’s disease with antioxidants (7)
• Boost athletic performance
• Sulfur compounds bind to heavy metals (like lead or mercury) so they can be excreted from the body

But if you want to use garlic as an antibiotic, there’s a big catch…
How to Use It

Primary Uses: Internal, general colds, flu, ear infections, immune system booster
Cooking your garlic to add a flavor bomb to your food is perfectly fine. But if you want to use it medicinally, it needs to be raw.
That’s because when you cook or dry garlic, you destroy the ingredients that are responsible for its antibiotic effects.
To get all the antibiotic goodness from garlic, this is what I do…

• For Skin Infections: Combine 1 tbsp. cold-pressed olive oil with 1 clove of crushed garlic. Place the garlic in the oil and let it sit for 30 minutes, then strain. Set in a cup that’s sitting in warm (NOT hot) water if you want it warmed. Place a few drops of the oil on the infected area. Alternatively you can dilute one drop of garlic essential oil in the tbsp. of coconut / olive oil.
• For Ear Infections: According to Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride MD, you can use the above garlic-infused oil to treat ear infections. Take the oil, slightly warm it and put a few drops in the affected ear(s) hourly. This will also help loosen up ear wax buildup.
• To Boost The Immune System: Crush 1 clove of raw garlic. Crushing is better than chewing so your breath won’t be as bad and you won’t lose any friends with your rancid breath in the process ?. Swallow the garlic and you’re all set. Consume once per day.

Where Do I Get it?

It’s very important to make sure your garlic is from a safe source.
When selecting garlic at the store, I ensure it’s organic and that it’s not from China (they have very poor regulations).
I use the same guidelines when selecting a garlic oil to use. If you don’t want to shop around, this is what I use:

Get Garlic Oil Here

4. Cinnamon


Cinnamon is one of the world’s oldest and most common spices (8).
But cinnamon isn’t just any ordinary spice as you may have guessed.
Science has shown that cinnamon can fight off a wide range of dangerous bacterial and fungal infections (10).
For example, one study found that cinnamon inhibits the growth and mycotoxin production of certain fungi (11).
This is just a highbrow way of saying, cinnamon kills off fungal infections and stops it from making compounds that cause disease or tissue damage.
Cinnamon is also well known for its countless medicinal benefits including its ability to treat

• Acne caused by bacteria (9)
• Oral infections & bad breath
• Gut discomfort
• Hemorrhaging

There’s really nothing bad to say about cinnamon. It’s delicious AND loaded with health benefits.
How to Use It

Primary Uses: Internal immune booster with powder, external with oil (namely fungal infections like candida or athlete’s foot), best used in combination with other natural antibiotics.
The way I use cinnamon to treat infections largely depends on where the infection is.

• Skin-based infections: I use few drops of a high-quality ceylon cinnamon oil. I combine it with manuka honey and lather it on the infected area. This works really great because it’s a “wombo combo” of two different natural antibiotics.
• Internal infections: For things like the cold or flu, I combine a high quality organic Ceylon cinnamon powder with manuka honey or regular raw organic honey. I use this combo twice a day when I notice people getting the cold or flu. This usually helps prevent me from getting sick. Or at the very least, it significantly decreases the length of my colds.

Where Do I Get it?

Whether you’re using cinnamon as a spice or medicine, you need to make sure it’s organic Ceylon cinnamon.
The most common form of cinnamon you find in stores (Cassia) has high levels of coumarin, which is a toxin that can cause liver damage for certain people (12).
So if you can’t find a quality source of organic Ceylon cinnamon locally, I would suggest finding a source online such as this one:

Get Ceylon Cinnamon Here

5. Fermented Foods


I know…I know…fermented foods don’t directly have antibiotic effects.
But fermented foods are extremely important for a strong immune system (among many other things).
You see, fermented foods like sauerkraut or kombucha contain healthy bacteria. So when we eat fermented food, it boosts and preserves the beneficial bacteria in our gut—this is called our gut flora.
Our gut flora is destroyed by the pesticides in our food, antibiotics, alcohol, and NSAID drugs like Aspirin.
That’s why our gut needs to get an extra dose of healthy bacteria to stay healthy and function properly. But how does this relate to our immune system?
It’s estimated that up to 70% of our immune system is found in the gut. So when our gut flora is imbalanced (and believe me it is for most of us), our immune system becomes weak.
As a result, we get sick much easier and we’re more prone to autoimmune diseases like psoriasis.
Not only does it make sense, scientific studies have also validated the importance of fermented foods.
A scientific review by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, for example, explored the evidence of how bacteria in the gut is essential for a strong immune system (13). They went on to explain

“Probiotic bacteria are shown to promote the endogenous host defense mechanisms…[and] stimulate nonspecific host resistance to microbial pathogens.”

This is just a nerdy way of saying, healthy bacteria can improve your body’s ability to fight off infection. And fermented foods are, hands-down, the best source of healthy bacteria you can get.
How to Use

Primary Uses: Supports a healthy immune system
This one is pretty straight forward.
Just aim to consume 2-3 different fermented foods every day to give your immune system a significant boost.
Some of the most popular fermented foods include

• Kombucha (a great substitute for soda)
• Sauerkraut & Kimchi
• Kefir (I like coconut water kefir)
• Fermented grains (like real sour dough)

You can make it yourself using lacto-fermentation. It’s a relatively simple process that takes 4-7 days. You can ferment basically anything. And it’s surprisingly tasty!
Where to Get it

You can buy fermented food in most grocery stores now. When I don’t have time to make it myself, I will usually buy kombucha, kimchi, or sauerkraut at the store.
If you can’t get ahold of or don’t have time to make fermented foods, the next best option is taking a high quality probiotic supplement.
Probiotics aren’t as ideal because they don’t provide a broad spectrum of healthy bacteria like fermented foods do. Because that’s what your gut needs.
To get the best of both worlds, I eat fermented foods AND take a probiotic as a form of insurance.
But not all probiotics out there are beneficial. And to be honest, most of them out there are crap. In the past, I spent a lot of time sifting through the different brands. One of the best probiotic brands I could find is called Primal Defense, by Garden of Life. It can be found here:

Get Your Probiotic Here

6. Ginger


Ginger is another promising natural antibiotic.
That’s because ginger contains natural compounds that can

• Fight infections
• Soothe digestive issues & discomfort
• Relieve nausea
• Reduce inflammation
• Increases stomach acid to calm digestion after a meal (14)

These properties are the reason why raw ginger is always served with raw foods like sushi. It helps prevent foodborne illness.
Like garlic, ginger should be raw if you want to get the antibiotic effects from it.
But it’s not known if ginger is as effective compared to the other natural antibiotics I mentioned because it hasn’t been well studied.
In other words, we know ginger is an effective antibiotic, we just don’t know how effective it is against a broad spectrum of pathogens.
How to Use It

Primary Uses: Used in combination with other natural antibiotics to increase effectiveness, general immune & health booster.
Since there aren’t many studies on ginger, I prefer to use ginger in combination with other antibiotics to get better results.
For example, I will use raw honey with raw ginger and cinnamon to fight the flu. The added ginger really helps since it can alleviate nausea that comes with the flu.
Plus, raw ginger is rugged if you try to eat it by itself. So I like to combine it with other things to make it taste better.
Ginger is for internal use only. I don’t suggest using ginger extracts or anything like that on the skin because it can cause irritation.
Where to Get it

This one is also straightforward. Get organic ginger at the store.
From here you can freeze any excess ginger you have. When you’re feeling run down, just grate it using a metal grater. Then you can add the raw ginger to your salad dressings, Asian-inspired dishes, or anything else you think it may be good in. But remember, it should be raw or only very briefly cooked.
Alternatively, you can get the antibiotic benefits of ginger with ginger extract pills (I suggest this one) or ginger candy.
7. Pau d’ Arco

Pau d’ Arco is a medicinal tree bark from the rain forest of South America.
It’s thought to help with a wide range of health complications such as

• Chronic inflammation
• Pain
• Fevers
• Candida overgrowth
• Ulcers

And of course, some evidence suggests Pau d’ Arco is effective at fighting viral, fungal, and bacterial infections.
Scientists believe a compound called beta-lapachone is responsible for Pau d’ Arco’s antimicrobial effects.
Evidence suggests beta-lapachone prevents viruses from replicating and it kills bacteria by inhibiting cellular respiration (15)(16).
Pau d’ Arco is also thought to be one of the best herbs to fight against candida overgrowths in the gut. Some even claim that Pau d’ Arco can reduce sugar cravings by fighting the candida overgrowth.
While Pau d’ Arco has compounds that may help with infections, there ultimately needs to be more studies to be sure.
How to Use It

Primary Uses: Fight fungal infections like candida in the gut.
Pau d’ Arco can be used externally with a tincture or internally with tablets.
Some people don’t tolerate it well, and get nauseous with larger doses. If you’re one of these people, just keep it for skin or oral infections (you can just spit it out).
People also seem to have a lot of success with using Pau d’ Arco for oral candida (thrush), skin conditions, and sore throats.
It’s NOT recommended for children, infants, and it can negatively interact with blood thinner medications.
As always, consult a healthcare practitioner before trying any of these natural alternatives.
Where To Get It

According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, you can get Pau d’ Arco in tablet, tea, or tincture form (14).
But it’s best to stay away from the teas since the chemicals that give Pau d’ Arco its medicinal effects don’t dissolve in water. In other words, Pau d’ Arco tea is a waste of your money.
So you’re left with a tincture or tablets. With these, you can just follow the instructions on the packaging.
I did some research, and the brand as seen below seems to have the best product out there. It’s not perfect, but it’s the best option for a tincture I could find.

Get Pau D’ Arco Here

Replenish Your Good Bacteria No Matter What

Sometimes even natural antibiotics can kill off beneficial bacteria (particularly the stronger ones).
And since there’s so many things we’re exposed to every day that kills off our gut flora, it’s important to constantly replenish the healthy bacteria.
This is best achieved through eating fermented foods at least 2-3 times per day. As a form of insurance, you can also take a high-quality probiotic.
Natural Antibiotics to Avoid

I created this list in a specific order. The first 1-3 natural antibiotics are the best, whereas the remedies lower in the list have the least amount of evidence supporting their effectiveness for fighting infections.
That being said, there are a lot of other natural antibiotics out there that should be downright avoided, despite their popularity.
Some of them simply aren’t effective, whereas others cause significantly more harm than they’re worth.
So here’s the list of natural antibiotics you should AVOID:

• Colloidal Silver: Before refrigerators were invented, silver was used in foods like milk to prevent bacterial growth. It was even used to prevent the spread of certain diseases. Sure it works, but it’s never a good idea to expose your body to heavy metals. That’s just asking for health issues. The only time it’s useful is when all other alternatives fail to work or for short-duration topical uses.
• Grapefruit Seed Extract: Again, this is another alternative that works considerably well, but there’s a big issue. Grapefruit Seed Extracts can contain harmful chemicals or additives like benzalkonium chloride and triclosan—synthetic preservatives. These preservatives are thought to be the real reason why Grapefruit Seed Extract has antibiotic effects.
• Standard Store-Bought Honey: There’s a serious lack of regulation on honey products that aren’t raw. This means a large percentage of “honey” on the shelves contains things like heavy metals, antibiotics, and filler sweeteners such as corn syrup. The point is, store-bought honey can cause damage to your health and it will not fight infections (15).

The Bottom Line

There’s no denying that drug-based antibiotics are tremendously over-prescribed.
This misuse of antibiotics has led to the development of antibiotic resistant bacteria and an unfathomable amount of damage to people’s gut.
While prescription antibiotics do have their place, it’s not always necessary to use them. Instead, it’s perfectly reasonable to use natural alternatives like manuka honey and garlic (oil).
Taking the natural approach will help prevent antibiotic resistant superbugs from developing. And most importantly, it will save your gut from a lot of unnecessary damage that can lead to serious disease down the road.
If you have tried natural antibiotics before, comment below to let me know what your favorite is! If you have anything to add to this list, that would be even better ?

The Top 7 Most Effective Natural Antibiotics and How to Use Them (naturalife.org)