St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum), is a plant that grows in the wild and has been used for centuries to help aid humans with some mental health conditions. St. John’s wort is sold as a dietary supplement in the United States. It’s currently widely prescribed for depression in Europe.
Health and Safety
More Hurricanes Are Incoming! Prepare For Now!
Hurricanes are not new to the United States, however, the Earth is going through some changes that could make them more abundant than before. Never be fearful, but be prepared.
How to Self-Decontaminate after a Radiation Emergency
With the potential of a nuclear event occurring, it’s important to know how to best prepare just in case the worse happens. Decontamination after a radioactive event will be essential to survival if the geopolitical conflicts intensify to the “point of no return.”
Hiking Gear and Safety Tips You Need To Know Before You Hit the Trail
Getting out into the great outdoors is a great way to get the family moving, and get some fresh air, and sunlight, but it’s important to keep a few safety tips in mind and have essential gear on hand. If something happens to go wrong, you want to make sure you have every opportunity to come out as unscathed as possible.
The Unthinkable: How To Recover From a Major Disaster
When the unthinkable happens, and a major disaster strikes, our actions can make or break our recovery from the event. How we respond and how quickly we formulate our plan will determine the outcome after something goes wrong.
23 Things You Can Forage For From April to June
Foraging for your own food or medicine may become a necessity in the coming months unless you want to fork over massive amounts of money for a limited amount of food. With soaring inflation and grocery store shelves emptying, it is important to correctly identify medicinal or edible plants that grow naturally and abundantly all around you.
3 Sustainable Ways To Reduce Your Dependence on the Supply Chain
It’s no secret that the supply chain disruptions have created global impacts on us. Many of us are feeling the burn of soaring food prices and are ready to do what is necessary to continue to feed our families. It’s not about choice, it’s about survival, and now is the time to take the necessary steps to ensure you can make it when the entire food supply system crashes.
Why Trekking Poles Could Be a Game Changer For the Outdoors
It is a rather common misconception that the use of trekking poles is only for older adults and those with debilitating joint issues. But those who are avid hikers or those who are training for long-distance hiking know there are many advantages to having these in your gear pack.
What the US Plans To Do About the Wheat Supply Shortage and How You Can Prepare
A year ago, we wrote on the importance of being mindful of your food stores. Recently, countries are starting to ban wheat exports out of their country which spells out increased shortages and higher prices at the grocery stores.
Doing These Things Can Attract Bears To Your Campground
One of the main reasons people avoid hiking and camping is the fear of coming in contact with a bear. But there are a few simple steps you can take to make sure you don’t attract a bear to your campsite.
