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Bark beetles transformed millions of acres of trees in California into fuel for wildfires

October 10, 2020 - bark beetle infestation in the first place. In fact, massive amounts of pine trees have died over the years because of both the drought and bark beetle infestations, added Berlant.

The Department of Agriculture has estimated that over 129 million trees have died since 2010 because of the deadly duo. In California’s Sierra National Forest alone, 36.1 million trees died because of drought and beetle infestations over the last five years.Beneficial bugs ...

6 Tree bark remedies you can use as survival medicine

June 15, 2023 -

It’s important to note that these trees have many varieties. Generally, all varieties of a tree species provide similar benefits, but some deliver more nutrition or medicinal benefits than others.All maple

A study published in the Journal of Natural Products reported that phenolic glycosides extracted from red maple bark showed in vitro radical scavenging ability, meaning they are potent antioxidants.

The phenolic-rich bark extracts from sugar maple and red maple ...

ALL BARK, NO BITE: Ukraine’s much-hyped counteroffensive SLOWED by vast minefield

July 04, 2023 -

Though Ukrainian officials claim they have so far regained control of about 50 square miles of land in the country's south from the Russian forces, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky admitted that the offensive has been moving "slower than desired."

This is because Russia has spent months hardening fortifications and positioning reinforcements in their bid to protect territory seized since the start of its special military operations in February 2022. However, military ...

Survival essentials: 5 Bushcraft skills for preppers

May 02, 2023 -

Prepping and bushcraft

They may seem similar, but prepping and bushcraft are two different things.

A prepper is someone who prepares for a disaster. Your preparation often involves various supplies and modern equipment.

Meanwhile, someone who practices bushcraft spends a lot of time in the wild trying to learn how people survived in the past. It is more of a hobby than a way of life.

Because they both entail skills and familiarity to execute well, they can sometimes ...

Natural ways to manage aches and pains

2 months ago -

For best results, speak with a naturopathic doctor who can help determine the root cause of your problem and prescribe a treatment that will work for you. Some of the natural treatments available include:Acupressure and therapeutic massage

Acupressure is a type of massage therapy – manual pressure is applied to specific pressure points on your body, similar to acupuncture – except that fingers are used instead of needles.

Deep tissue massage is known for its positive ...

Boost your antioxidant intake with cinnamon, a versatile spice with a sweet and warm flavor profile

November 17, 2023 -

It's often associated with fall and Thanksgiving in the U.S. and is a common ingredient for various sweet and savory dishes around the world.What is cinnamon?

Cinnamon is a fragrant spice that is made by cutting the stems of cinnamon trees (Cinnamomum verum). The inner bark is removed and saved while the outer parts, which are too woody, are discarded.

The inner bark forms strips that curl into rolls when dried, forming the cinnamon sticks that you may already ...

Natural alternatives to OTC drugs for your survival medicine cabinet

August 09, 2023 -

It is worth noting that there are natural alternatives to OTC drugs when SHTF events disrupt their availability. Explore some of the key options you can stockpile.Analgesics

Affordable and available in every pharmacy, acetaminophen, ibuprofen and aspirin are OTC analgesics that relieve minor pain from headaches, muscle aches, toothaches and menstrual cramps and reduce fever as well. Ibuprofen and aspirin are both classified as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)....

Food supply tips: How to forage for edible nuts for your survival stockpile

May 03, 2023 -

When SHTF, you can forage for different kinds of nuts to add to your food stockpile. Despite their small size, nuts are great superfoods because they are nutritious and delicious. Nuts are rich in antioxidants, dietary fiber, protein and other beneficial vitamins. They also have a long shelf life when properly stored. (h/t to FoodStorageMoms.com)

Below are some easy-to-find nuts you can forage for to secure your food supply.Acorns

Raw acorns are bitter because they ...

ICJ finds plausible genocide case against Israel, suggests military operation in Gaza is not “self-defense”

January 30, 2024 -

The ICJ treated with contempt Israel's argument that its massacre of Palestinians in Gaza is necessary for "self-defense" purposes, an argument that took up more than half of Israel's pleadings.

"Not only did the court find there is a plausible case of genocide, the court only mentioned self-defense once in its interim ruling – and that was merely to note that Israel had claimed it," reported historian, human rights activist and former ambassador Craig Murray.

Murray ...

Cinnamon is packed with nutrients that can benefit people with heart disease and diabetes

November 21, 2023 -

Cinnamon is an ancient spice harvested from the branches of the trees of the genus Cinnamomum. It is cultivated all over the world, from South and mainland Southeast Asia to the Caribbean and South America.

Cinnamon is now the second most popular spice – after black pepper – in the United States and Europe. As a spice, it is used either in powder form or whole, as pieces of bark. It has been prized for its medicinal properties for thousands of years. (Related: Boost ...

Homesteading 101: How to start your own medicinal herb garden

June 01, 2023 -

This ensures that when you run out of medicine, you can use herbs and plants from your garden to treat common ailments like a stomachache. (h/t to TheEpochTimes.com)

Here are some beginner-friendly herbs to grow in your garden.Calendula (Calendula officinalis)

You can use calendula externally to soothe rashes, irritated skin and to encourage collagen production.

Rub calendula oil into your skin to soothe and protect healthy skin.

Tips for growing calendula:

You ...

Delusional Biden declared Ukrainian victory back in February … 5 months later, Russian forces are still in control

July 17, 2023 -

Biden made the delusional claim in an interview for PBS' "NewsHour," a day after delivering the State of the Union address. "There's no way that [Russian President Vladimir] Putin is going to be able to [win] – he's already lost Ukraine," Biden said at the time, adding that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is coordinating in support of Ukraine.

During the February interview, the chief executive also pushed back on criticism lobbed by Republican lawmakers who ...

New natural protocols and lifestyle treatments are desperately needed to tackle heart disease

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New protocols and guidelines are desperately needed to tackle the heart disease epidemic in the U.S. and address heart-related vaccine damage. The current protocols, which rely heavily on statin drugs, are not addressing the root cause of heart disease. The latest research on berberine, nattokinase, and bergamot is promising for the prevention of heart disease, and builds upon the benefits conferred by other natural options like capsaicin, anthocyanins, and nitric oxide.The ...

Zelensky predicts ISOLATION of Crimea region in 2024 during New Year’s Day interview

January 05, 2024 -

Zelensky made the prediction in a Jan. 1 interview with the Economist magazine. According to him, Kyiv will seek to cut off access to Crimea's Kerch Peninsula by destroying the Kerch Strait Bridge. The bridge connects Crimea to the Taman Peninsula in Russia's Krasnodar Krai region.

To accomplish this goal, Zelensky demanded that the West give him long-range Taurus cruise missiles made in Germany. Despite France and the United Kingdom providing Kyiv with Storm Shadow ...

Ukraine has just ONE MONTH left for counteroffensive, U.S. general predicts

September 13, 2023 -

Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, issued this warning during a Sept. 10 interview with the BBC. He predicted that the looming winter would not only freeze the ground but also the current lines held in Moscow and Kyiv. Given this, Milley said Ukrainian forces would need to recapture territories under the control of Russia over the next few weeks.

"There's still a reasonable amount of time, probably about 30 to 45 days worth of fighting weather ...

Ukrainian armed forces failed to achieve goals in three months of counteroffensive effort, Russian defense minister reports

September 11, 2023 -

"The Kyiv regime, despite their huge losses, has been trying to conduct the so-called counteroffensive for the third month already. The armed forces of Ukraine did not achieve their goals on any part of the front line," the minister told senior defense officials. He also said that the Russian troops are active "along the entire line of contact."

Ukraine launched a counteroffensive in June to reclaim territory seized by Russia but has struggled to break through entrenched ...

Not all pain should be treated with NSAIDs

May 25, 2023 -

Understanding the underlying cause of chronic or acute pain is essential for an effective treatment plan

Not all pain should be treated with NSAIDs. Pain and its inflammatory response signify that the body is in a state of repair. Some pain is an indicator of a serious or life-threatening injury that should be treated as soon as possible. For example, a pain in the neck that travels across the scalp can indicate a pinched nerve, but it could also indicate that an artery has been ...

Exploring the best natural sweeteners to enhance your survival stockpile

11 days ago -

The average prepper will likely have a decent supply of non-perishable ingredients and canned goods in their pantry.

But you also need to stock up on natural sugar alternatives so you can prepare various beverages and make sweet treats for your family. After all, a cookie is a nice treat, especially if you've been bugging in for a long time and canned food is all that you've been eating.

When buying natural sweetener alternatives, choose products that are shelf-stable ...

Herbs and honey: 7 Natural home remedies for a cough

January 02, 2024 -

If you or someone in the family has a cough, try natural remedies like honey or herbal teas instead.

But if cough medicines don't work, why do people spend billions of dollars annually on over-the-counter (OTC) products to get rid of a cough?

According to Dr. Norman Edelman, a senior scientific advisor at the American Lung Association, people with a cough are often desperate to get some relief.

According to Edelman, there isn't "good evidence that cough ...

Cancer-fighting herbs: Queen Anne’s lace found to be effective against skin and cervical cancer

June 22, 2023 -

Queen Anne's lace is a versatile herb with a long history of use as medicine. For centuries, natural healers have used it as a natural remedy for various ailments, such as digestive disorders, kidney and bladder problems, and edema. But recent studies have found an even more compelling role for Queen Anne's lace in modern medicine: According to two separate reports, Queen Anne's lace can also be used to treat an even bigger health issue, namely, cancer.Facts about Queen ...