(Natural News) Arterial stiffness, a primary risk factor of cardiovascular disease, can occur due to high consumption of salt. In a review published in the Journal of Hypertension, researchers confirmed that limiting sodium, or salt, intake can reduce the stiffening of the arteries. The review, carried out by researchers from Federico II University of Naples […]

(Natural News) Fermentation is one of the most important processes that a homesteader should have in their arsenal. This process has been around for centuries and has been widely used for the preservation of food in the absence of refrigerators. However, there’s so much more to fermented foods than their prolonged shelf life. For one, […]

(Natural News) Gingivitis is an oral health condition wherein the gums are inflamed. If left untreated, this condition can lead to complications that are more dangerous, such as infections and cardiovascular disease. To prevent these from happening, there are natural remedies for gingivitis that you can do in the comfort of your home. There are […]

(Natural News) It is a well-known fact that certain kinds of bacteria can be found in your gut. Rather than trying to get rid of them, it would actually benefit you to keep them since these bacteria are able to help you in so many ways — even if you don’t know how they do […]

(Natural News) The calcium chloride you use to clear the ice from your frozen driveway or raise bread dough can be used in many different ways. An article on Ask A Prepper shows how to get the most out of this useful salt in a survival situation. Ice melt is very valuable in areas that […]

(Natural News) It is no secret that most of us consume way more sodium than our bodies need. The latest nutritional analysis done by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that, on average, we consume 50 percent more sodium than we need every day. Multiply that by the number of years we’ve gorged on […]

(Natural News) Preppers know that when SHTF, salt is a precious commodity since it has various survival uses. If you don’t have any salt in your stockpile, now’s the time to start storing it long-term. Done correctly, repackaged salt can last for at least several years. (h/t to ApartmentPrepper.com.) While salt can be stored in your pantry […]

(Natural News) If you’ve been bitten by chiggers, you know how uncomfortable the experience can be. There are many recommended methods on how to deal with the critters and the angry welts they leave behind, but you don’t need to expose your skin to harmful chemicals. There are natural and effective methods you can use. […]

(Natural News) Heart patients know that reducing or eliminating sodium from meals is a great way to lower blood pressure and prevent heart disease. But not many of them are aware that potassium is the body’s strong ally in preventing heart and kidney problems. Research conducted by a study team from the University of Southern […]

(Natural News) As we age, it takes our body longer to accomplish certain processes that took almost no time at all when we were younger. This also happens in processes that help the body manage water and sodium levels. According to research, as humans and animals age, they find it harder to control their sodium and […]