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The best adaptogenic herbs for managing stress

August 23, 2023 -

Stress, simply put, is your body's normal reaction to pressure or a visible/palpable threat. According to researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, stress can sometimes be good for you as it can "push you just to the level of optimal alertness, behavioral and cognitive performance." In fact, their study on rats showed that brief stressful events stimulated stem cells in the animals' brains to become new nerve cells, which improved the rats' mental performance.

When ...

Essential spices and herbs for your food stockpile

a month ago - The typical survival food stockpile has versatile ingredients like beans, pasta, rolled oats, wheat and more. If you want to cook flavorful meals even in a post-STHF world, you should stock up on different herbs and spices like black pepper, cumin, garlic and turmeric.

Combining these nutritious ingredients ensures that your meals provide you with the calories you need, while also being delicious and well-seasoned. (h/t to TheProvidentPrepper.org)

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7 Best herbs for lowering blood cholesterol naturally

February 15, 2024 -

For instance, cholesterol is a crucial component of cell membranes that helps balance fluidity and permeability. It is also a necessary component for the production of different hormones and the fat-soluble vitamin E.

The cholesterol that spreads throughout your body via your blood comes either from the food that you eat or your liver. While the liver normally only produces enough cholesterol, genetics and an unhealthy lifestyle can cause your liver to produce more....

Cleaning the cleaners: Herbs that help maintain healthy kidneys

May 31, 2023 -

Bearberry

Both the leaves and fruits of the bearberry plant are known for their benefits for the kidneys. The leaves of the bearberry plant contain several natural antibacterial agents, including arbutin, methylarbutin and tannins. These substances have been found to be effective in treating inflammation of the urinary tract, urinary bladder and renal pelvis, as well as kidney stones.

Bearberry fruits contain substantial amounts of beneficial compounds, including antioxidants ...

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 ...

12 Useful medicinal herbs to grow in your home garden

July 25, 2023 -

Below are 12 herbs with many medicinal uses that you can find in the wild or grow in your home garden. (h/t to PrepperFortress.com)Alfalfa (Medicago sativa)

Alfalfa is often used as feed for livestock because it is full of nutrients.

Alfalfa is considered the "father of all plants," and its roots can grow 20 to 30 feet deep. It contains a lot of protein for a plant.

Alfalfa contains vitamin K and other essential nutrients, such as vitamin C, copper, folate ...

Feeling the sniffles? Check out these herbs for allergy relief

June 20, 2023 -

Mullein

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is used nowadays for less serious conditions like allergies, sore throat and inflamed tonsils. But according to functional medicine specialist Dr. Sobia Khan, the herb has been a go-to remedy for respiratory issues centuries before antibiotics were developed. Mullein's soothing properties make it a "friend" to the lungs.

Mullein contains antioxidants, such as vitamin C and flavonoids that protect cells from free radicals. It is also good ...

12 Medicinal herbs and spices that can boost the immune system

June 08, 2023 -

As you age, your immune system naturally weakens: Production of B and T cells in your bone marrow and thymus greatly decreases, and mature white blood cells (lymphocytes) in secondary lymphoid tissues gradually diminish in function. B cells are the immune cells responsible for producing antibodies, while T cells are important for antigen recognition and immunological memory. Both these cells play a huge role in keeping you safe from infectious diseases.

Because of this ...

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 ...

In revealing interview, Dr. Judy Mikovits drops bombshell revelations about the weaponization of science and medicine

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Adams brought up how the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic had many Americans become aware that their government agencies have been weaponized against them and humanity. He said it was not just the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but also the National Institutes of Health, which sort of became the "grandmaster" of a lot of the weaponization under Dr. Anthony Fauci, former White House chief medical advisor.

"It goes ...

Growing your own food: Gardening resources for beginner, intermediate and advanced gardeners

May 22, 2023 -

Science-backed resources

Your local extension office is one of the best authoritative resources backed by arboretums or botanical gardens and universities. For instance, with a vast network of 250 county Extension offices, 616 Extension agents, and 343 subject-matter specialists, the expertise provided by AgriLife Extension is available to every resident in every Texas county.

When searching for information online, add the word "extension" to your search. The search engine ...

The ANTIBACTERIAL potency of honey: A natural alternative to prescription antibiotics

September 26, 2023 -

The medicinal importance of honey is documented in the world’s oldest medical literature. It is known for its potent antimicrobial properties.Inherent characteristics of antibacterial honey

According to studies published in the Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences and the journal Antibiotics, various honey components contribute to the antibacterial efficacy of honey. The following elements are present at different concentrations, depending on the bee type, source of ...

Prevent urinary tract infections naturally with this antioxidant-rich superfood

August 07, 2023 -

Like their close cousin the blueberry, cranberries are considered "false berries" owing to the fact that they grow beneath flowers instead of from the flowers themselves. True berries, according to the traditional botanical definition, are seedy fruits that grow from a flower with a single ovary.

Despite not being true berries, both blueberries and cranberries are unbelievably nutritious and have been found to offer several health benefits. One of the most extensively ...

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 ...

WSJ tells Americans to “skip meals” to deal with food inflation as America collapses into a lawless THIRD WORLD dumpster fire

February 16, 2024 -

In an exclusive interview with Dr. Brian Ardis, the physician revealed shocking information about the weight loss drug Ozempic and its potential side effects. The drug, which is injected by users to help them feel fuller for longer periods of time, has been reported to cause vomiting in some individuals, even after they stop using it. Dr. Ardis explained that this side effect may last for years, raising concerns about the desperation for weight loss solutions among certain ...

A dash of POISON: Major spice brands found to contain HEAVY METALS

July 21, 2023 -

The American nonprofit Consumer Reports (CR) first disclosed this in November 2021, after it tested 126 individual spice products. Spices from Walmart's Great Value, 365 by Whole Foods Market, La Flor Spices, McCormick & Co., Penzeys Spices and Spice Islands were among those tested.

Forty products – roughly one-third of the total tested – had high enough levels of heavy metals such as arsenic, lead and cadmium "to pose a health concern for children when regularly consumed ...

Essential survival fuel: Freeze-dried organic kale packed with nutrients

23 days ago -

However, having food on hand is crucial to your survival plan. (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com)

If you have a home garden, you can save money by preserving excess crops so you have access to fruits and vegetables year-round. Home canning and food drying/dehydration are two great methods of food preservation. But if you don't have the time or extra space to process food at home, you can also make things easier for yourself by purchasing freeze-dried products like berries or kale....

FDA warns consumers to throw away cheap cinnamon products that are heavily contaminated with LEAD

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Multiple brands of cinnamon test high for LEAD

The lead levels are significant across multiple cinnamon brands, including: the La Fiesta brand sold by La Superior and SuperMercados; Marcum brand sold by Save A Lot stores; MK brands sold by SF Supermarket; Swad brand sold by Patel Brothers; El Chilar brand sold by La Joya Morelense; and Supreme Tradition brand sold by Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores. The lead levels ranged from 2.03 to 3.4 parts per million, which is more than ...

4 Natural solutions that can help address CANCER

15 days ago -

Allspice

Allspice (Pimenta dioica) is made from the unripe berries of the P. dioica tree that are dried and ground. It is called by many names including Jamaican pepper, kurundu, myrtle pepper, pimenta and new spice. The P. dioica tree is cultivated in many warm areas throughout the world, with its essential oil also commercially available.

According to research, allspice possesses antimicrobial and antioxidant properties thanks to its abundance of bioactive agents that contribute ...

Food freedom: Gardening options for self-sufficient preppers

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According to Survivopedia, gardening can be adapted to nearly any available space – whether you have a rural property with sprawling plots of land or a tiny apartment with just a windowsill and no backyard.Vertical gardening

You can make the most of limited space, such as balconies, patios or small gardens, by growing plants – including flowers, herbs and vegetables – vertically. With the right setup and care, vertical gardens can help create privacy screens, reduce the risk ...