Our bodies need cholesterol to function correctly. It is necessary for the brain, nervous system, cell walls, and to produce hormones, vitamins, and bile acids that help your body digest fat. Cholesterol is made in the liver to maintain the
Cooking is a survival skill. Its one of the most overlooked but for the longest time it was prioritized. That is because starvation was always looming. For most of human history starvation sat quietly in the corner ready to reach
Jerusalem Artichokes are not actually an artichoke at all, but these nutrient-rich tubers should be a part of every preppers survival food plan. Native Americans once planted them along every trail they frequented simply to ensure a viable source of
A Swedish couple have taken a novel approach to keeping their property in Stockholm warm all year round. Marie Granmar and Charles Sacilotto wanted to create a sustainable home in which their family would be comfortable during the long nordic
Off-grid living is something that many of us aspire to. Not only does it provide for excellent self-sufficiency and sustainability living in a post-disaster world, but it allows us a most cost-effective and sustainable lifestyle in the here and now.
Food preservation is one of the most essential topics for preppers to be familiar with. In this article, we’re going to be looking specifically at historical methods for keeping eggs fresh. Eggs are a key part of most homesteaders diets,
If you grew up in the south, you might have looked warily at the overtaking kudzu that swallowed up whole trees and even whole forest edges. Perhaps your parents told you to keep your distance because “the snakes were hidden
As most preppers know, stockpiling foods with a decent shelf life can be a challenge, as well as redundant. Not all foods do well long term, such as bread. So, the thought of having any kind of bread is not
As the clock keeps ticking on, I find myself getting closer and closer to retirement age. While the issue of whether or not I ever will fully retire is something yet to be determined. But I’m pretty sure that I
The famous journey by Captain Meriwether Lewis and Lieutenant William Clark to explore the Louisiana Purchase, map out the Missouri River and find the fabled “Northwest Passage” to the Pacific Ocean is an important part of American History. Never before
Mushrooms, ignored by many, have turned out to be one of the most important keys to humans’, animals’ and planet Earth’s health. Just like trees and many other plants cannot grow without the presence of fungi, we also benefit from
Bug out plans are part and parcel of good prepping. While bugging in is the more popular option, for a number of reasons, there is always the risk of being caught in a situation where your home becomes untenable. When
Milk thistle is one of the best-known herbal remedies, discovered about 2,000 years ago. It is one of those rare herbs that can cure almost everything. It’s said to decrease aging while controlling diabetes and benefiting the liver. It’s specifically
Plant oils have been present in human cuisine since the beginning of time. At first, humans probably used animal fat, but they learned how to extract plant oils very soon after that. Plant oils are triglycerides gained from the plant
There are so many projects that you can do on your homestead. Have you considered DIY projects with PVC pipes? There are a number of things that you can do from animal care to garden hacks. The projects can be
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