Making your own natural, homemade laundry detergent is one of the easiest parts of a transition to a homesteaders lifestyle and a more natural way of living. Check out these 3 simple laundry detergent recipes you can make from around the web!
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Bath and Body
5 Toxic Chemicals Hiding in Your Deodorant
Since our skin is our largest organ, we need to take measures to ensure that what we put on it is as natural as possible. Here are five harmful chemicals found in deodorant that can play a part in the diminishment of our health.
Nature’s Band-aid
Because of the medicinal properties of sage, it is perfect for making natural band-aids to wrap around skin abrasions.
Top 10 Foods that Naturally Clean Teeth
There are certain foods that can be thought of as a double-edged sword, in terms of keeping your body healthy and cleaning your teeth at the same time.
Yarrow Herb: It’s Health Benefits And How To Use It Medicinally
Yarrow isn’t as well-known as other medicinal herbs such as echinacea or peppermint, but it’s nonetheless a useful tool for a more natural approach to health and wellness. Yarrow’s uses range from aiding in clearing blood clots to menstrual issues. It can also be used cosmetically!
Full Spectrum Health Gadget Gives Whole Picture of Your Well Being
Those interested in “body hacking” may find this new tech gadget a welcome tool for providing a more complete picture of the whole self.
Soap Nuts, Who Knew?
Soap nuts are a natural alternative to commericial soaps and have a vast array of cleaning uses. Read more about the different uses, recipes, ways to store and why they would make a great addition to your preparedness closet.
DIY: Repel Bugs Naturally with this Homemade Bug Balm
Next time you are outdoors, give this natural balm a chance. The smell is much more pleasant compared to insecticides and it’s just as effective.
6 Natural Remedies for Sunburn That Aren’t Aloe Vera
As proactive as some of us are at trying to mitigate the harmful effects of the sun, sometimes those warm rays are just too much for our skin, and sunburns occur. While aloe vera is our first go-to product to start the healing process, there are a few other remedies to consider.
15 Household Items Dirtier Than Your Toilet
We can all stand for a wake up call on our cleaning skills and this video will do it! Watch as you discover 15 items dirtier than your toilet!
Five Handy Household Uses for Vodka
It’s a cheap, ubiquitous, all purpose liquor that has more applications than you can shake a stick at.
How To Make Soap From Your Food Pantry Staples
You want to look at your preparedness supply as a lifeline that can serve multiple purposes. Read more on how to use the kitchen staple, Crisco to make soap.
10 Household Products You Never Have To Buy Again {With Shopping List}
Natural household cleaners are easier to make than one would think and typically use similar ingredients. Click here for recipes and a shopping list.
SHTF Dental Care: 6 Alternatives to Toothpaste
Without dentists being readily available to us during a long-term emergency, we will have to fall upon more natural approaches to dental health.
Coconut Oil: Some Really Good Stuff!
If you haven’t heard about the amazing uses for coconut oil lately, you must have been living under a rock. Here are some of the many uses for coconut oil and where to get the best oil from.
The Healing Powers of Aloe Vera
If you are interested in natural remedies, chances are you are familiar with aloe vera. Maybe you have used it after you’ve had too much sun, or you keep a tube of gel in your first aid kit for burns and wound care. But did you know the plant has many other uses?
The Many Ways Lavender Is A Must For Natural Health
Most of us have already heard of a few of the many benefits of lavender, but its healing properties go way beyond simple aromatherapy. Whether it’s in the form of a tea, an essential oil, or a dried herb for food, lavender is a must for those seeking a healthy way of life naturally.
14 Foods For Healthy, Glowing Skin
Eating a balanced diet and staying adequately hydrated are crucial for overall health and wellness, and when it comes to skin health, there are some foods are true superstars.
Heal Lips Naturally With This Soothing Lip Balm
Most store bought lip balms contain toxic substances that can do more harm to your lips than good. Feel confident knowing there is an alternative – a natural alternative. This homemade lip balm recipe is soothing, moisturizing and will help heal chapped, sensitive lips.
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Happiness: What It Is, Why It Is Important, and How to Cultivate More of It
What is happiness? And how can you add more to your life? Here’s what research has to say.
6 ‘Gateway Veggies’ Kids Will Love!
Once you win kids over with a few known favorites, you can sneak in the less sugary veggies and open them up to a lifetime of flavorful, healthy choices.
Study Suggests Doctors Prescribe ‘Food as Medicine’
A new study suggests that doctors return to more natural and holistic roots by prescribing healthy foods and an improved diet for some Americans. Long stuck in a culture where unhealthy diets and chemical-laden foods have become normal, many doctors are now breaking the mold – but it’s good and bad at the same time.
12 Natural Ways to Remedy Sleep Disorders
There are times when sleep disorders interrupt our much needed rest. Try these suggestions and natural herbs to help calm the nerves and get the blissful sleep you need.
5 Incredible Ways You Can Use Hemp
If there is such a thing as a wonder plant, hemp is it. Let’s take a look at a few ways you can start using hemp today.
Yarrow Herb: It’s Health Benefits And How To Use It Medicinally
Yarrow isn’t as well-known as other medicinal herbs such as echinacea or peppermint, but it’s nonetheless a useful tool for a more natural approach to health and wellness. Yarrow’s uses range from aiding in clearing blood clots to menstrual issues. It can also be used cosmetically!
The REAL Reason Bottled Water Has An Expiration Date
Bottled water is a popular item to store in case of an emergency. So then why is there an expiration date on bottled water?
Wild-Crafting Herbs: A Good Plan Yields Great Rewards
How to plan herb-gathering excursions, organize notes, and field reference guides and tools needed for a well-rounded experience.
Foraging For Edible Weeds
When food is scarce, chaos and fear begin to set in. Foraging for food in the most unlikely places can solve the starvation dilemma. Here are the top most common edible weeds.
Arthritis: Can You Eat Away the Pain?
The Mediterranean diet is sort of like a blueprint for an arthritis diet, if there was such a thing. Vegetables, healthy fats, fruits, and nuts have all been shown to limit inflammation and boost overall health.
Aromatherapy: An Introduction on How Aromas Can Heal
Aromatherapy has its place within the overall discipline of naturopathic medicine. Let’s cover some basics, then, to start you on your path to researching what works for you and your family.
