Healthy Herbs and Spices That We Should be Eating
Herbs and spices do much more than add seasoning and flavor to foods, but they can also have potent health benefits as well. While most of us probably have a…
The Risk of an Economic Collapse is as Serious as Ever. Are You Prepared?
One of the biggest myths that is being propagated by the government is that the economy is better than ever. Officials point to low unemployment, rising wages and unfilled job…
Practical Tips on What to do After a Tornado Strikes
An emphasis on tornado preparedness can be linked to saving countless lives and reducing injuries, and more and more people than ever are emerging from disasters relatively-unscathed. However, it’s just…
How Triage 2.0 Can Help You to Save Lives
Most of us probably have at least some basic understanding of triage. It’s an approach to a mass-casualty situation that helps first responders to rank victims according to the severity…
Vegetables That can Thrive in Poor Soil
Did you know that there are quite a few vegetables that can grow and thrive in gardens with poor soil? While the degree of success that we experience will depend…
How are Your A-Frame Shelter Building Skills
All of us should know how to build a couple of different kinds of shelters by heart, just in case we’re thrown into an unexpected survival situation. Out of all…
Don’t do These Things on an Empty Stomach
There are a number of things that we shouldn’t be doing on an empty stomach for various reasons. They can cause digestive discomfort, they may need liquids or stomach acids…
Avoid These TV Survival Tips During an Emergency
It’s important to avoid taking survival shows or movies too seriously, and while many have interesting scenarios, they don’t necessarily reflect what life can be really like during a crisis. …
How to Preserve and Store Sloppy Joe Mix for the Long-Term
Sloppy Joe isn’t just a tasty comfort meal, but it also contains high levels of protein, carbs and minerals per serving, and this is why it is such a great…
Why are Leafy Greens Prone to E. coli Contamination?
The latest E. coli outbreak has impacted 25 states and sent nearly 200 people to the hospital. Indications are that romaine lettuce is the culprit, but investigators are still trying…