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17 Skills that will benefit homesteaders and preppers

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Being a homesteader involves more than growing crops in your garden.

Homesteading is about being self-sufficient and learning useful skills that can help you survive during peaceful times and when SHTF. To become more self-reliant, you can learn a variety of useful skills, such as animal husbandry, basic carpentry and food preservation. (h/t to SimpleFamilyPreparedness.com)

Animal husbandry

Raising animals is an important aspect of homesteading.

If you ...

Anise: The ancient spice with surprising health benefits you should know about

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With its warm, licorice-like flavor, anise has a long, rich history that began in the ancient world.

In ancient Egypt, anise was cherished not only as a cooking spice but also as a remedy for a variety of ailments. The Egyptians used anise to ease digestion, help with fluid retention and relieve toothaches.

The Greeks furthered the tradition, with well-known healers like Dioscorides and Hippocrates highlighting anise's medical benefits. Dioscorides praised the herb ...

Black cumin: The tiny seed with big healing powers

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Even the Egyptians, famed for their advanced knowledge of medicine, valued black seed. Archaeological findings suggest its importance, with black cumin discovered in the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun – hinting at its role in ancient Egyptian healing practices.

References to black seed are also found in religious texts. The Old Testament's book of Isaiah mentions it and Easton's Bible Dictionary explains that the Hebrew word "ketsah" refers to N. sativa.

In the Islamic ...

Health Ranger Store and the Church of Natural Abundance raise $558,000 in emergency food aid for hurricane and flood victims

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Over a year ago, I told our production crew to over-produce Ranger Buckets, Mega Buckets and other storable food items, anticipating a large-scale disaster that would need food aid to help those in need. And just in the last two weeks, our new church, the Church of Natural Abundance (Abundance.church) came online, ready to process donations and organize logistics for food aid. (The primary "social good" mission of the church is to provide emergency food aid to those in need.)

As ...

Superfood pomegranate helps fight cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and cancer

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Pomegranates are packed with compounds that support overall health and well-being. Each part of the fruit – from the juicy seeds to the outer skin – is brimming with nutrients and bioactive compounds.

The juice from the arils (those jewel-like seed pods) is loaded with plant-based compounds, such as flavonoids and tannins known for their antioxidant properties. These antioxidants help protect cells from damage and fight inflammation. Pomegranates also contain fatty acids, ...

Prepper projects: Crafting your own rainwater collection system

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It can also provide you with a backup water source if you are worried about water shortage-related emergencies. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com)Supplies for a rainwater collection system

To build a rainwater collection system, you will need three high density polyethylene (HDPE) 55-gallon barrels. HDPE barrels are ideal because they will resist UV rays and slow algae growth.

Clean the barrels before you get started. If the barrels have a buttress thread, they will require a ...

Update on Health Ranger’s Hurricane Helene relief fundraiser – It’s not too late to help!

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Right now, the Health Ranger Store is carrying out a relief fundraiser, and we are proud to announce that the first round of food will be sent to those in need today, with more to come early next week.

For every emergency storable food bucket people buy, the Health Ranger Store is donating one of equal value to hurricane victims. The buckets contain weatherproof and waterproof vacuum-packed food bricks filled with important and nutritious sustenance such as flax seeds, rice, ...

Why eating apples daily is your best defense against chronic diseases

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Apples are a type of deciduous tree. They grow well in temperate climates. Their fruits drop from the tree when ripe, with their leaves shedding at the end of the growing season and regrowing at the next. The apple's sturdiness is seen as a symbol of growth and strength.

Throughout history, the apple has often been viewed as a symbol of desire and love. The ancient Romans associated it with Venus, their Goddess of Love. Interestingly, when you slice an apple across the middle, ...

Sermon 25: BLACK CUMIN SEED as God’s natural medicine

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The Health Ranger based his sermon from the book of the Prophet Isaiah in the Old Testament, which mentions black cumin as being planted as a food crop in one of its verses (Isaiah 28:25). Adams said black cumin is widely cultivated for its aromatic seeds either used whole or ground. Black seed is used in different cuisines worldwide, but more so in oriental cooking.

Russians and Turks use whole black cumin for their breads, while Arabs mix it with honey as confectionery ...

Former Big Food/Big Pharma consultant urges Senate to rethink nutritional guidance and distrust every institution

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America’s institutions have lied to the public for decades, misleading people on nutrition, healing from chronic illness

Means, a former consultant for Big Food and Big Pharma, emphasized the need for skepticism regarding the advice offered by major institutions on nutrition and chronic diseases. “Life expectancy has not increased in the past century, and we spend 90 to 95% of all medical spending on chronic issues, yet outcomes remain stagnant,” Means stated.

Means highlighted ...

Grapes: A simple fruit with an impressive list of health benefits

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The ability of grapes to thrive in various climates – from warm Mediterranean regions to colder winters – makes them a constant presence year-round. But beyond their history and versatility, grapes are a nutritional powerhouse that offer an impressive list of health benefits.

Often called "nature's candy" for their natural sweetness, grapes are packed with nutrients that can help protect your body from a wide range of health conditions. They contain a mix of natural phytocompounds, ...

Antioxidants in grapes found to reduce cancer risk

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As the global quest for natural cancer-fighting solutions continues, there is increasing concern about the rising incidence of cancer among adolescents and young adults. Despite advancements in treatment, these methods are often costly, invasive and associated with significant adverse side effects.

Fruits play a vital role in a healthy, plant-based diet. They combat inflammation and chronic conditions that lead to cancer. The shift in focus toward prevention is seen as a ...

Grape flavonoids are key to longevity and overall wellness

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Flavonoids are a group of natural compounds found in plants, including grapes – the most mentioned plant in the Bible scriptures. These powerful antioxidants protect the body from oxidative stress, which plays a significant role in aging and the development of chronic diseases – long-lasting health conditions. Grapes, particularly their skins and seeds, are packed with these potent phytocompounds and they offer a range of benefits for the brain, heart, skin and more.Longevity

The ...

Top tips for navigating crowded events

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Regardless of the occasion, learn some tips that can help you stay safe and prepared when you are with a large group of people. This can help you protect yourself if you find yourself stuck in a rowdy crowd that eventually becomes violent. (h/t to TheSurvivalMom.com.)Keep your bag light

If you are about to join a large gathering, keep in mind that the fewer belongings you have with you, the less there is to keep track of and potentially lose to pickpockets. Prepare a small ...

Essential survival skills you can master in your own backyard

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If you want to learn more survival skills without breaking the bank, you can start training yourself or your whole family in your backyard.

Some skills, like firestarting or knot tying, don't require expensive tools and gear, just patience and lots of practice. (h/t to MossyOak.com)

Learning survival skills in your backyard is a safe and affordable way to prepare yourself before taking part in outdoor activities, such as hiking or camping.

Try learning some ...

Exhausted Joe hands over reins of first Cabinet meeting in 11 months to First Lady Jill

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The president held his first Cabinet meeting in over 11 months on Friday, Sept. 20, since his first Cabinet meeting on Oct. 2, 2023. The session could have been an opportunity for the outgoing president to assert his authority while he still sits in the Oval Office.

However, this is not what happened. Instead, the First Lady sat at the head of the table on Friday and headed the Cabinet meeting to discuss the White House Initiative on Women's Health Research, a program to ...

Foraging and growing mulberries: A game-changer for food independence and self-reliance

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Below are some of the reasons why foraging or growing your mulberries is worth the time and effort.Benefits of foraging for mulberries

Mulberries are packed with vitamins A, C, E, K and B vitamins, iron, potassium, other essential minerals and antioxidants. By foraging, you get to enjoy these benefits without spending a dime. Imagine walking through a local park or your neighborhood, spotting a mulberry tree and plucking the ripe berries directly from the branches. Not only ...

Sermon 12: Mike Adams discusses the use of APRICOT KERNELS as an ANTI-CANCER treatment

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The Bible nutrition educator's sermon was based on a verse from the book of Deuteronomy in the Old Testament. The verse reads: "He found him in a desert land. And in a wasteland, a howling wilderness; He encircled him, he instructed him, He kept him as the apple of his eye." (Deuteronomy 32:10)

According to Adams, the late author and botanist Dr. James A. Duke wrote that apricots were actually not indigenous to the Mediterranean region, especially during the time of the Old ...

Sermon 49: Mike Adams discusses GRAPES as God’s amazing natural medicine and nutrient powerhouse

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He based the 49th sermon on a verse from the Gospel of St. Matthew, which reads: "Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?" (Matthew 7:16)

According to Adams, grapes are symbols of abundance and God's grace in the Bible, with the Father talking about grapes and vines as representing blessings and good things for humanity.

The Bible nutrition educator noted that grapes are a nutrient powerhouse, with resveratrol being ...

Stockpiling made easy: The ultimate guide to food preservation

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With a flourishing home garden, you might often find yourself with excess fruits and vegetables. If there isn't enough space left in your kitchen or fridge, you can use up excess produce by using food preservation techniques like canning or freeze-drying.

This way, you can extend the shelf life of various fruits and vegetables while also adding more supplies to your survival stockpile. (h/t to Tactical.com)Canning

Canning, one of the oldest methods, is also one of ...