(Natural News) The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is buying $290 million worth of drugs meant for treating radiation sickness in preparation for a nuclear emergency. This purchase was announced on Oct. 4 by the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR), an agency within the HHS whose purpose is to prepare the nation for future disasters and public […]

(Natural News) A nuclear disaster refers to a nuclear power plant explosion or a leak from a nuclear facility, like in the case of Chernobyl in Ukraine or Fukushima in Japan. It also refers to a nuclear war, the odds of which have risen since Russia invaded Ukraine. If a nuclear disaster strikes, your chance […]

(Natural News) Red raspberries are tasty and nutritious. You can either grow the plant in your backyard or forage for it when SHTF. You can also use nutrient-rich red raspberry leaves to make natural remedies for digestive issues and body pain. (h/t to PrepsShoolDaily.Blogspot.com) Raspberries are the edible fruit of a plant species that belongs to […]

(Natural News) Epsom salt, or magnesium sulfate, is commonly used to make warm, soothing baths. But when SHTF, you can also use Epsom salt for various medicinal applications. It is often used as a natural remedy for joint pain or skin conditions like athlete’s foot. (h/t to PrepSchoolDaily.Blogspot.com) What is Epsom salt? Magnesium sulfate is a chemical compound made […]

(Natural News) Knowing how to use herbal remedies is an important prepping skill, but you also need to learn about an herb’s pros and cons so you can use it safely and properly. (h/t to PrepSchoolDaily.Blogspot.com) Jimsonweed (Datura stramonium) is a plant that is poisonous to cattle. It may also have adverse effects on humans, […]

(Natural News) Herbs are often used to give various dishes a flavor boost, but did you know that many of these plants also have medicinal uses? For example, aloe vera is used to treat skin conditions while lemon balm is used to treat an upset stomach. Before SHTF, plant different medicinal herbs in your home […]

(Natural News) Having an SHTF first aid kit before disaster strikes helps ensure that you are prepared to treat different minor or major wounds. Check the lists below for ideas on what items you need in your first aid kit. (h/t to PreparednessAdvice.com) Prepping a first aid kit Organize all the items in your first aid […]

(Natural News) Even if disaster doesn’t strike, knowing how to make herbal remedies is an important prepping skill to have. If you know how to make different herbal remedies, you can treat common issues like sleep problems or digestive issues using herbs from your home garden. (h/t to CommonSenseHome.com) Benefits of knowing how to make herbal […]

(Natural News) Former paramedic and Drumm Emergency Solutions founder Jake Drumm says that preparing for medical emergencies before SHTF should include more than just buying a ready-made first aid kit. At a self-reliance festival held in Tennessee on June 12, Drumm said that preppers need “to get training, learn how to use the equipment you have and have […]

(Natural News) Having a garden on your homestead can help you save money. But you can save more by propagating herbs from cuttings instead of buying seeds. Learning how to propagate herbs can be very useful, especially if it’s hard to get or buy seeds in your area. You can either buy organic herbs from the […]