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Chikungunya: What is it, and how can you avoid it?

Move over, MERS – there’s a new virus in town.

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Infographic: Composting 101

There are many gardeners who have problems with their soil. One of easiest and inexpensive ways to improve your soil quality is through composting. The following infographic is a wonderful illustration that represents what to add and not to add to your compost pile.

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SHTF Planning: 3 Ways to Purify Water

Water is the foundation of life, and as such, water preparedness is one of the most important aspects of being prepared. To avoid water-related illnesses, learn these three valuable methods to purify water using household materials.

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10 Reasons to Add Plantain to Your SHTF Medicine Chest

If you only learn to identify and use one medicinal herb, plantain is a good choice. Over-the-counter medicines won’t always be available. In North America, this plant is prolific.

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A full serving of protein at each meal needed for maximum muscle health

Most Americans eat a diet that consists of little to no protein for breakfast, a bit of protein at lunch and an overabundance of protein at dinner. As long as they get their recommended dietary allowance of about 60 grams, it’s all good, right?

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How Much Vitamin C Should You Be Getting Each Day? (Not the RDA)

Taking enough vitamin C may lead to a noticeable reduction in viral infections, skin infections, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and cataracts, and an overall improvement in immunity.

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Top 5 Herbal Remedies For Anxiety

Here are 5 herbal medicines that have shown their worth, especially when coupled with mental approaches to overcome panic and anxiety.

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Homemade Chicken Suet Treats

Keeping chickens is one of the best decisions I have ever made. My chickens get to free range and I get eggs in return. To thank them for keeping my family fed, I like to make them these tasty suet treats made of their favorite snacks.

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New Research Shows Cilantro can Remove Lead, Copper, Mercury from Tap Water

New evidence has shown that cilantro can help leech toxins from water.

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Natural Ways to Improve Sleep

Sleep deprivation is being called a “public health epidemic” by some experts. Try these tips and tricks to catch more Zzzz’s.

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Must-Have Survival Kit Items That Won’t Require a Mule for Conveyance

Emergencies are never planned. They just happen. Be prepared by packing these five essentials in all your kits.

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7 Crazy Reasons Why Most Americans Think Prepping is a Stupid Idea

I have a fear of ventilation. Not the kind in my home HVAC unit. The kind from lead passing through my body. I had a friend who was ventilated by some grudge-holding thug.

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