Have you ever grown zucchini before? It’s one of the few veggies that produces a legitimate bumper crop! I couldn’t find enough people to give it away to. I had zucchini stashed everywhere, frozen, refrigerated, and yes, dehydrated. Whether you grow it for yourself, get it from the farmers’ market, or have neighbors, friends, or ... Read more
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Known as the can with 1,000 uses, WD-40
® is a prepping survival tool! If you haven’t started stocking WD-40 ®, you definitely should have some of it in your prepping arsenal. While there are various ways to use this product, we’re focusing on why it’s a miracle that preppers should stock up on.It’s a Multi-Purpose Lubricant that reduces friction, displaces moisture, removes grease and grime, and protects metal from rust and corrosion. It’s kind of like a miracle sauce that does a lot of different things. Because of this, WD-40® is something you want to have!
Alice, an excellent follower, told me about the 3-ounce WD-40® Cans!!!!
Did you know that it took 40 attempts to get this water-displacing formula to work?! A small lab in San Diego, California, set out to create a line of rust-prevention solvents and degreasers to use in the aerospace industry, and it took them 40 tries to get it right!
On the 40th attempt, this small lab got it right and in a big way! Its name stands for Water Displacement, 40th formula, hence, WD-40®. It was initially only used commercially. The first to use it was Convair. They used it to protect the outer skin of the Atlas Missile from rust and corrosion.
WD-40 worked so well for this aerospace contractor that several employees snuck cans of it in their lunchboxes to use at home. A few years later, Rocket Chemical Company founder, Norm Larsen, experimented with putting WD-40® into aerosol cans, and WD-40® was brought to consumers everywhere!
Prepper Tip: If it moves, don’t use super glue or Duct Tape. If it doesn’t move and should, use WD-40®!
WD-40
® is applauded for its ability to fix almost anything from the squeakiest doors to the rustiest bike chains. But, you may not know just how many uses this product has! If you haven’t started stocking WD-40®, here’s why you should!You may be thinking, well, duh, WD-40® is sold at every auto store around the country. But you may not know all the incredible ways you can use it for your car.
Not only does it help you loosen up the lug nuts when you have to change your tire, but it also improves your car in a variety of other ways. Here are just a few ways you can use it:
Not only is WD-40® great for the mechanical components of your car, but it can also help with visibility. Here’s how:
You should always keep a can of WD-40® in your glove compartment or toolbox just in case you need it. Note that it shouldn’t be kept where temperatures exceed 120 degrees F or fall below freezing.
We all know that WD-40® is great for rusty bike chains, but did you know that it also reduces friction and stops squeaks? This is particularly important if you are trying to remain quiet in a disaster scenario. You can quite literally spray this stuff all over your bike to keep it squeak-free and working smoother.
Used primarily as a lubricant, WD-40® also displaces moisture. Moisture can wreak havoc on electrical equipment; WD-40® can easily wick it away. You can use it on:
To wick away moisture on electrical equipment, ensure the power is turned off and everything is unplugged. Spray it on anything electrical to wick away moisture and preserve your equipment.
Some fishermen swear there’s fish oil in WD-40®, and that’s because they say it helps them catch more fish! Although that isn’t true, it does work its magic at keeping fish hooks and lures clean.
In a disaster scenario, fishing may be your only way of getting food. If that’s the case, you will want to make sure to keep your hooks and lures in tip-top condition since you may not be able to buy more. A can of WD-40® works wonders for this.
As stated earlier, this stuff is great at removing rust. Additionally, it can keep things from getting rusty in the first place. Here are a few ways you can use it for maintenance:
Let’s face it, your garden tools are essential in making sure you have the food that you need. If A disaster hits, you may not be able to run to Walmart and get a new tool. WD-40
® is a great way to keep your garden tools and hand tools in pristine working condition.WD-40® can even help you in your bathroom. I mean, let’s face it, if a DISASTER hits, you won’t be able to buy new stuff. Here’s why you want it for your bathroom:
Looking for more ways you can use this incredible spray as a prepper? Here are just a few other uses for WD-40
®:Although WD-40® can be used for almost anything, there are a few things you shouldn’t use it on. Here are a few things you shouldn’t use WD-40 on:
A can of this magical stuff has a shelf life of 5 years, but will often dispense and perform for much longer if stored properly. You want to store your WD-40® in a cool, well-ventilated area away from combustible materials.
It’s suggested not to store them in the garage due to the gas and other possible combustibles. Consider a shed if it is protected from fuels and if kept below extreme heat. You don’t want it to be in direct sunlight or reach temperatures above 120℉ or below freezing.
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If you are already stocking Duct Tape, you want to stock WD-40® as well! It’s a survival tool that you will cherish when you need it. Spray it to stop squeaks, remove residue, loosen rusted parts, free up sticky mechanisms, and wick away moisture.
Please stay safe and stay well. May God bless this world, Linda
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If you’ve been paying attention to the weather in recent years, you’ve probably noticed a trend: record-breaking heatwaves are becoming more common across the U.S. For some areas, these heat spikes are an occasional inconvenience. But for those of us who live in the hotter regions of the country such as Florida or Texas, extreme heat is just a part of daily life.
I'm not just talking about warm summers. I mean sustained triple-digit temperatures that bake the soil, scorch the leaves, and bring most traditional crops to a screeching halt. That’s why growing a successful garden in these conditions requires more than just determination. It calls for a different approach, one focused on choosing plants that can actually thrive in high heat.
In this article, I’ll go over a selection of fruits, vegetables, grains, and herbs that are not only heat and drought tolerant but resilient enough to survive in some of the toughest growing conditions.
Many of the practices we’re going to cover fall under the umbrella of permaculture gardening. This is a gardening approach that strives to create an organic and sustainable garden environment that produces nutrient dense fruits and vegetables.
Our primary focus will be on fruit and vegetable varieties that are drought and heat resistant, but there are other steps you can take to not only ensure success but potentially expand the diversity of your garden even to some less drought and heat tolerant plants.
Some of the steps you may already follow and some may be new. Look at them from a big-picture point-of-view and implement as many as you can. Here are some of the steps to consider:
Think carefully about the location of your garden. You don’t want to be on the highest ground where any rain or watering will runoff, and you don’t want to be on low-ground where water can pool during heavy rains.
Middle ground is a good location or at least an area that is partially shaded to provide some relief from blistering hot temperatures and direct sunlight all day.
Shade or at least partial shade may be one of the most important location factors in a time of unexpected and record-setting heat.
Regardless of any drought you’ll need to find some way to water your garden. What’s important is to not lose the water through rapid percolation into the ground. Gravity has no conscience and will draw water down into the ground and away from roots rapidly.
One solution is to leave the soil under your garden untilled. It will be harder and resist water percolation but it requires the next steps to grow healthy plants.
Lasagna gardening is all about building up garden soil in layers. It begins on an untilled soil surface. It could start with a bed of chopped leaves topped with peat moss and continuing layers of compost, top soil, and finally a topping of mulch.
The combination of layers will provide a rich organic soil that holds water that can concentrate around root systems without losing the water to deep percolation as a result of tilling.
Then again, you could always contain your lasagna garden in a raised bed to not only contain more water but manage the soil and the types of fruits or vegetables you plant. The next step takes those raised beds to another level.
A wicking bed is a raised bed with a series of tubes, containers or channels in the bottom of the bed that hold water and release it to plants through the wicking action of the soil. It was designed by two Australian scientists to manage water in gardens in some of the driest deserts on Earth.
Whether you go with a straight lasagna garden, a raised bed or a wicking bed the soil composition is one of the biggest keys to a resilient garden. It should be a well blended mix of compost, peat moss, topsoil and could even include some Perlite and/or vermiculite. The combination does a very good job of holding water and keeping the soil moist.
A topping of mulch acts to prevent evaporation from direct sunlight and heat. An organic mulch like bark, wood chips and even chopped leaves or newspapers can keep the soil beneath moist and prevent rapid evaporation.
Water can be the biggest challenge for some gardens and a resilient garden is largely about distributing, holding, and conserving water. What’s always critical is to water deep. Heat and drought resistant plants all have deep roots. That’s what makes them drought resistant.
Other watering considerations include rain water collection, the use of soaker hoses buried under the soil, the use of grey water or water that has been used for a previous purpose.
Our tendency is to often start plants from seeds. That can be a problem in a resilient garden designed to conserve water. Seeds take added time and moisture to sprout and grow. That means you’ll be watering them for a longer duration.
As much as possible, try to sprout and grow your plants indoors so you can get them into the garden not only with a head start, but they’ll require less water to reach maturity.
Then again, some root vegetables are best started from seed. The good news is that many root vegetables like radishes are quick maturing in as little as 30 days.
This may be the most critical consideration for a fruit and vegetable garden that is resilient in the face of heat, drought and general weather extremes. Many of these plants have origins in desert areas or arid tropical climates. They also have the long and deep root systems we mentioned previously.
Most can be sprouted from seed before planting but some grains and root vegetables are best if started from seed.
Bread is the stuff of life and certain grains have been grown and harvested for millennia. They’re often referred to as ancient grains and all have long and deep root systems making them highly heat and drought tolerant.
Amaranth is an ancient grain native to arid, desert areas. It has emerged as a new and very popular grain that can be ground into flour, or incorporated whole into porridges, cereal and other recipes.
Quinoa is another ancient grain that originated in arid, tropical areas of South America. It is a highly resilient plant and its grains can also be ground into flour or simply cooked an eaten.
Kernza is emerging as an alternative grain around the world. Its root system actually extends 10 feet deep into the ground making it one of the most heat and drought tolerant grasses and grains in the world.
Here again, some vegetables have deep root systems. That’s a primary consideration to look into whenever choosing a resilient plant for a garden during a time of temperature extremes.
Lima beans are an excellent protein source and can be grown vertically or as a bushy plant depending on the variety and your garden design.
Pole beans can grow anywhere there is a vertical structure to support the vine. They are prolific producers and offer a series of crops over time.
Cowpeas are another excellent protein source and are also heat and drought resistant.
Many leafy greens like lettuce have shallow root systems and won’t survive in hot temperature extremes. Mustard greens are an exception and can be eaten cold or cooked.
Swiss chard is another leafy green with a deep root system.
Arugula is known for its slightly bitter flavor and is another heat tolerant leafy green alternative.
Beets are best planted from seed but can be planted in the shadows of other larger vegetable plants.
Carrots should also be planted from seed and can be harvested at any time. They can also be planted beneath other larger and leafy or vining vegetables.
Okra is a traditional southern crop that has evolved in areas with high temperatures.
There’s a reason they’re called summer squashes and they thrive in the heat.
Sweet potatoes also have deep roots which is unique for many potato varieties.
As the name implies, heatwave tomatoes tolerate heat and drought.
Peppers are vegetable family that evolved in hot southern regions of North and South America.
Black Diamond watermelons are a surprisingly drought and heat tolerant watermelon given the large size of most melons.
Fruit trees and vines in and around a garden not only provide another food source but the kind of shade a garden needs to survive intense heat. Here are the fruiting trees and vines that have stood the test of time in deserts and arid areas around the world.
Fig trees originated and evolved in the Middle-east and have the same deep root systems that allow other plants to survive drought and heat.
Persimmons are another tropical fruit that can endure both high and low temperature extremes.
Grape vines are surprisingly tolerant of heat and drought and actually prefer less water than most plants. The Muscadine grape is particularly heat and drought tolerant.
Apricots are another fruit tree requiring little water and are highly heat tolerant.
Olive trees originated in arid and hot areas around the Mediterranean and are also heat tolerant.
Many herbs have deep roots and are heat tolerant. Here are some of the classic Mediterranean herbs that can survive in a hot and dry garden.
Oregano is a perennial that is highly resilient in all conditions.
Rosemary is another perennial herb and a member of the pine family that is drought tolerant.
Thyme is a Perennial with thick, drought resistant leaves.
As industrial agriculture becomes compromised by climate change, and as agribusiness continues to push solution driven by genetic modifications, chemical fertilizers and pesticides it’s becoming more and more apparent that we’re better off growing our own food. Hopefully some of these ideas can help you meet the challenges of the years ahead, and if one thing’s for sure: there will be challenges.
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Homemade ginger candy is one of those timeless remedies for cold and flu symptoms. It's simple, delicious, and surprisingly powerful. Ginger is great for calming a sore throat, easing congestion, and supporting the immune system. It’s also a digestive aid, helping to reduce nausea, bloating, and discomfort after meals. With its warming and antimicrobial properties, ginger candy is great to have around during flu season.
This particular recipe comes from the YouTube channel Rajshri Food, which has lots of practical and health-conscious cooking tutorials. It’s easy to follow, requires just a few ingredients, and produces a batch of candy that can keep for months. You can learn how to make it below.
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If you’re anything like me, your pets aren’t just animals, they’re family. And if you’re into prepping, like I am, then you’ve probably already got food stored up for yourself and your loved ones. But here’s a question most preppers overlook: what happens to Fido or Whiskers when the grid goes down? How do we […]
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You never know where you’ll be when disaster strikes. You could be halfway home from work when a major power outage hits, or stuck in traffic as a wildfire jumps the highway. Maybe your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and the nearest gas station is closed, the tow trucks are overbooked, and your phone signal’s gone.
Most people assume they’ll have access to their bug out bag or emergency supplies at home. But what if you’re not home? If not, your vehicle will be your lifeline. That’s why having a well-stocked survival kit in your car is essential.
This kit isn’t just for SHTF scenarios. It’s for flat tires on isolated roads, being snowed in during a winter commute, or evacuating in a hurry when you only have minutes to grab your keys and go. With the right gear, your vehicle can become shelter, a mobile pantry, and your best chance of making it through whatever comes next.
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You don't necessarily have to get everything on this list. Some of it depends on where you live and other circumstances. But if you do get all of this, you'll be ready for just about anything. I broke the list up into the following categories:
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You’ve heard of smoke bombs, night vision, and camo gear—but what about the spy kit nature designed long before any military surplus catalog existed? Long before satellites tracked every move and drones buzzed overhead, spies, hunters, and even rebels relied on plants not just for food or medicine—but for stealth. It sounds wild, but history […]
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Today, when most people think of fuels, they instantly picture electricity, gasoline, diesel, or natural gas. But long before the grid took over, humans relied on a wide range of alternative fuels. We’ve forgotten many of these—or pushed them aside in favor of convenience—even though they remain easily accessible to resourceful preppers. With that in […]
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It’s all about how to save money on canned goods today. I felt I should update this post since a visit to the store over the weekend brought two things to light for me. First of all, many of the shelves, particularly in the canned goods area, were empty. I’ve noticed that trend for weeks now, and it certainly isn’t getting better.
The second observation is that food prices are generally increasing, which includes some of your favorite soups, canned veggies, and canned fruits. We’ve heard a lot about supply chain challenges, but I also think the weather, sickness among farmworkers, and limited available harvesting help are also to blame.
As a prepper who likes to plan and have food on hand in any situation, one of the best things about having canned goods in your storage stash is that they last for what seems like forever. You can buy them at case lot sales, and you don’t have to worry about eating them right away.
If you don’t have case lot sales where you live, please ask your managers to order them. Here’s the deal: If we can get them 3-4 times a year in Utah and Nevada, why can’t we do the same in other states?
First of all, the stores must see a need for it; otherwise, why would they order them? People must ask for them; enough said. Another option is ordering cases of food through Sam’s Club. In most cases, I get free shipping because I belong to the Sam’s Club Plus program.
I’ve been buying case lots for over 50 years. I don’t buy off-brand products. We get NAME brands like Campbell’s Soups, Hunt’s, Green Bean Giant, Del Monte, etc. The prices on the case lot sales are cheaper than store brands (per can). This is why these sales are so important. People buy 10-12 cases, if not more, because the prices are the best all year.
All you have to do is learn to be patient and be smart about when you buy them. Here are the best times and ways of saving even more money on canned goods the next time you plan on stocking up. Here is how to save money on canned goods. Please stock up on these.
The first trick to saving money on canned goods is to pay close attention to the ad flyers and purchase the items you like when they are on sale. Throughout the year, almost every store will have canned goods on sale at some point. When you find a deal that’s too good to pass up, make sure you get into that grocery store sometime during the week while the stock is more robust.
You’re probably thinking, “yeah, right.” No, seriously, many of our local drug stores have become more competitive to get shoppers in their stores, and one way to do that is to improve their offerings, including canned goods and other foods.
Their focus extends beyond your pharmaceutical needs in these challenging, competitive times. Stores like CVS and Walgreens have sales on canned goods at certain times of the year, too.
Sometimes, grocery stores have significant in-store price drops that might not show up on their ad flyers. Again, if you see an excellent price on certain canned goods while you’re in the store, be sure to stock up.
Be sure to pay attention to “must-buy” quantities and “limits” that they put on certain items to avoid any frustration at the register during checkout.
Buying in bulk is also a great way of saving money long-term on canned goods. Don’t be afraid to buy a year’s supply, as most canned goods will last you two to three years. Make sure you have room to store what you buy. Also, it only makes sense to purchase those cans that contain what your family likes to eat. It isn’t a reasonable price if it sits on your pantry shelf unused!
If you buy a large quantity while products are on sale, you might look a little different, but who cares? You just found a great deal. Just be sure to have a designated space to stash away your huge savings.
Resorting to family-size cans of canned goods can save you a significant amount of money, too. Most families need to use two cans for their meals, and smaller cans are usually pricier. If you have any leftovers, you can always freeze them.
Another great way to save money on canned goods is by signing up for your local store’s loyalty program or downloading their app. This will help you save even more money on loss-leader canned goods that require a loyalty card.
When you’re looking for the best value on a can of green beans, look at the unit pricing that most stores put on their shelf tags. This is a helpful tool that the stores provide to help you take advantage of the best values. You can see the price on a per-ounce basis and then compare that to other brands or can sizes. It helps with your decision-making while shopping.
While shopping for great deals on canned goods, you don’t have to turn to the national leading brands for excellent quality canned vegetables and fruits. Believe it or not, in most cases, the generic store brands of canned food taste just as well, and at discounted pricing.
While they might be preserved and seasoned slightly differently than Campbell’s, Dole, or Del Monte, you can always throw an extra dash of sugar, salt, or pepper to add flavor as needed.
Several grocery stores allow you to use manufacturer’s coupons on top of their already great prices on canned goods. Some grocery stores will even let you go as far as stacking coupons to have even further savings. This can be huge!
You could end up paying just a few cents a can if you go to extreme measures on your couponing skills. You might also want to check the front of the store for any coupons in their coupon booklets that could offer additional assistance.
This one, you might have to get lucky. Grocery stores typically refresh their store shelving about once a year, removing any items that are slower movers.
Keep your eyes peeled for clearance or last-chance canned food items that will cost less than half or more of the original retail price. Sometimes, digging through massive carts piled with goods is like a treasure hunt where you might very well strike gold. Be sure to check for dented cans; you don’t want any of those on your pantry shelves.
Another money-saver tip is to be cautious when buying certain canned goods, such as canned meats, sauces, stocks, soups, and chili. These items often cost more per ounce. If you have extra time at home for meal prep and some experience in the kitchen, you can make these homemade yourself. Please note, I just tried a jar of Paul Newman’s spaghetti sauce, it’s inexpensive and tastes great.
Not only will you save more money, but it can also prove to be much healthier this way, too. If you have a lot of leftovers, you can always throw them in the freezer for later.
How is this one supposed to save you money? Organizing your food pantry by dates can help you use old cans you’ve had for an extended period. This will keep you from throwing out cans that have long since expired. As a result, you’ll save money since you won’t be replacing expired items you end up throwing away.
Preserving homegrown food is one of the best ways to save money. Yes, this requires some time and energy on your part, but you can make large batches for a fraction of the price and store the canned products in your pantry. I can remember enjoying canned fruits and veggies my parents provided as I grew up.
Homemade canned goods are more flavorful than canned goods from the grocery store. Plus, you’ll be making grandma proud as you follow the tradition of home canning. My kids still talk about the peaches, pears, and apple sauce they enjoyed with breakfast, and it was fun doing the canning as a family. I highly recommend this USDA Canning Guide. Another great canning guide is the Ball Canning Book.
You see, there’s more than one way to save money on your canned goods as you plan your grocery visit. Which one on our list did you not know about before and will consider trying when you go to stock up on canned goods? If you’re the canned goods savings expert, what other ways have you found to save money on the supply of your canned goods? May God bless this world, Linda
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Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article.
Wild honey has been used for centuries by indigenous and ancient peoples all over the world. Groups have used it for many different purposes to make their daily life a little more comfortable. From medicinal to cooking purposes, honey is a well-loved ingredient by survivalists and foodies today.
What exactly have we learned from our ancestors about this golden syrup? Of all the reasons to use honey, here are 25 uses for honey that you should know. In a survival scenario, honey is a necessity.
Raw, natural honey is the best source for these amazing survival uses. You want the least processed honey you can find. With more processing and unnatural practices, the fewer nutrients the honey possesses. You want the best, most nutritious honey when using it for any of the following uses.
Honey sourced from a specific location or farm can help determine the authenticity or quality of the honey. If you know a trusted bee farmer who does not use chemicals on their nearby pollination flowers, source your honey from there. Avoid buying processed honey in the bear container at the grocery store. The nutrients in cheap honey will not compare to all-natural honey.
The benefits of all-natural, raw honey are incomparable to processed. If you have your own homestead, it may be beneficial for you to learn the art of beekeeping for extracting honey. It could save you in a multitude of ways when surviving.
Ancient Egyptians wrote about honey and its many uses. They used it to treat minor wounds as an antibacterial agent. Today, we know that honey cleans and protects wounds while promoting the congealing of blood to stop any excess bleeding.
As honey enters the bloodstream and other bodily fluids, it releases antibiotic hydrogen peroxide. Also, as it releases hydrogen peroxide, it promotes oxygen and healing compounds to the wound. Today, we have a few other wound treatments that work effectively. If you are in a dire situation, honey can be a life-saver.
Honey contains high levels of antioxidants, which are known to treat inflammation in the body among many other benefits. These rich vitamins and minerals from honey give your body the nutrition it needs, especially in a survival situation. The antioxidants can help your body stay strong and prevent nasty illnesses before they manifest.
Since honey has antibacterial qualities, it helps to balance your gut’s microbiome. Good bacteria can flourish, which your gut needs, while bad bacteria numbers decrease when consuming only a few teaspoons of honey. Healthy gut bacteria are essential for not only surviving but thriving.
Just as minor wounds can be treated with honey, so can minor burns. Honey promotes the healthy healing of skin when applied to a burn. It also prevents infection from bacteria entering the open wound. Burns can be scary in survival mode, as gangrene can develop fairly quickly.
Honey contains natural sugars, which turn into carbohydrates. Carbs give us the energy to get through the day and are very important on a survival diet. Having honey in the morning may boost morale and help you get through your survival tasks more easily.
Honey can be used as a preservative, as it has been for centuries. The concentrated sugar in honey draws water out of bacteria or yeast cells. This action does not allow bacteria to grow, preserving whatever food is suspended within the honey. You need lots of honey for the preservation of large food items, so ration your honey wisely.
If you are in a survival scenario and need to eat foods you normally wouldn’t touch, honey can help. In survival mode, you have to eat whatever food is available. If that happens to be the stomach lining of a fresh hunt, honey can mask the undesirable flavors and help you to your next meal.
Honey is a great moisturizer, which may otherwise be hard to find in an emergency. Cracked, chapped skin can keep us from completing daily tasks. Moisturizing with honey can alleviate some discomfort. Use it on the hands and feet or other chapped areas when needed.
When mixed with vinegar, honey can help expel parasites from the body. If you suspect to have a parasite in survival mode, drink a honey and vinegar solution diluted with water. These parasites can be harmful to the body if not treated quickly.
Honey is made from pollen by bees. By introducing that pollen into the digestive tract, it is believed that folks with allergies will have diminished symptoms once allergy season arrives. If your body is already fine with pollen in the digestive tract, hopefully, the pollen in the air will not have a powerful effect on one’s allergies.
Honey on wounds can prevent bacterial infections from arising. Honey can also treat infections inside the body, such as diarrhea caused by infection. Honey can prevent infection both internally and externally.
After a strenuous day or workout, honey can be applied to muscles to soothe them. The glucose in honey helps to calm the inflamed tissues. Moving wood or carrying your fresh hunt is strenuous work and having a muscle soother is great after a long day of hard work.
Honey is excellent to cook with, especially when you do not have sugar or maple syrup on hand. You can sweeten your tea or coffee, bake sweetbreads or treats, or add lots of flavor to soups or stews. Honey can even be used in savory dishes to bring extra flavor to an otherwise bland meal. Survival food is usually not seasoned much, so honey can bring some welcome flavor enhancement.
Honey can halt the development of certain diseases thanks to its many vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. It can promote healthy blood flow, provide carbohydrates as energy, and prevent bad stomach bacteria from growing and making you sick. Eating honey strictly for disease prevention is enough of a reason to eat it every day in survival mode.
The natural glucose in honey raises blood sugar levels, which promotes better blood circulation. Better blood circulation prevents damage to capillaries and lessens the chances of developing heart disease, something that cannot be treated professionally in a survival situation. Prevent disease so that you do not have to struggle with illness while surviving.
Raised blood sugar levels are not good consistently. Honey raises blood sugar, but not nearly as quickly as refined sugar. The number of carbohydrates you eat also depends on blood sugar levels. Honey is a natural source of both sugar and carbs, keeping your blood sugar within a healthy range.
For upsets stomachs, honey has long been used as a treatment. Honey can coat the stomach, which soothes and stops the “bubble guts” feeling associated with nausea. It also contains powerful enzymes that the body needs to fight harmful bacteria that cause an upset stomach.
Perhaps the most common use for honey in our modern world is treating a sore throat. Honey coats and soothes the throat when it is irritated, providing much-needed relief. The powerful antioxidants fight off the illness, helping you recuperate quickly from the sore throat. A warm honey and water solution is one of the best drinks to consume when sick.
Tea with honey before bed is drunk by folks all over the world. There may be science behind why this drink helps you sleep, and it lies within the honey. Many believe that honey contains brain-enhancing elements, which calms you down and helps you fall asleep. After falling asleep, honey is said to help you stay asleep.
In addition to soothing a sore throat, honey is very commonly used to soothe a cough. Honey mixed with tea or water can be a powerful and delicious hot drink to sip on with a chest cold. The antioxidants in honey fight off the harmful bacteria that cause illness. The honey also coats the throat, making your cough less intense or painful.
Manuka honey is the best variety to use as an antiseptic. It resisted bacterial infections in burn victims and patients with moderate wounds. Pathogenic bacteria respond most notably to honey as a treatment. This may be hard to find in a survival situation. However, it is worth mentioning how healthy manuka honey is for the body.
Thanks to its high sugar content and viscosity, honey can be used to help start fires in a pinch. Mix honey with a bit of cotton, dryer lint, or even sawdust to create a sticky, slow-burning tinder. It can help sustain a flame long enough to get larger kindling burning. It's particularly helpful in damp conditions where other materials struggle to ignite.
If you're off-grid or in long-term survival mode, honey can serve as a fermentation base to make mead, a traditional honey wine. Not only does this create a drinkable alcohol for bartering or occasional use, but it also acts as a mild antiseptic and can lift morale, which is a real survival need under chronic stress.
Honey’s strong scent and sweetness can be used to bait traps, particularly for ants, flies, and some small mammals. Smearing honey near a snare or in a container can attract curious animals or pests, which is useful for food gathering or pest control. Some preppers have used honey to bait raccoons, squirrels, or even to lure wasps into traps.
Honey’s moisture-sealing and antibacterial properties can help preserve wooden handles and tools. When rubbed on bare wood or untreated metal, honey can slow down oxidation and inhibit mold or rust growth. While not as long-lasting as commercial oils or greases, in survival mode, it’s a useful makeshift alternative for basic tool maintenance.
Honey is a magical food item that can also be used for a variety of survival tasks. By having high-quality, natural honey in your arsenal, you can better your chances of surviving in harsh conditions. Let’s hope that we never have to live this way. If we do, honey can offer so many health benefits when living off of the land in survival mode. Do not dismiss the healing powers of raw honey!
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