Healthy Self Reliance
Inquiring minds want to know! There is absolutely no doubt that raising chickens comes with its own set of risks and health issues. In almost all cases, the health risks can be minimized with proper measures and safety practices. But even so… Can I get sick raising chickens? Most health problems that people may experience …
Water makes up about 71 percent of the Earth’s surface. Saltwater contributes up to an estimated 97.5 percent of that volume. Freshwater accounts for approximately 2.5 percent of surface water, but only 0.003 percent of that is pure enough for human consumption. These facts alone make rainwater a valuable resource. Rainwater is responsible for depositing …
The rewards for investing your time (and a bit of cash) in learning how to garden all year are extraordinary. With a bit of time and (if you’re industrious) not too much cash outlay, you can garden even in the coldest months. Whether one would like to admit it or not, we do tend to …
So, you won’t know this about me (probably) but earthquakes scare me. I was talking with a friend from Cali the other day (discussing her moving east) and she said, “But aren’t you scared to death of the tornadoes?” I retorted, “Not nearly so much as dealing with an earthQUAKE!” I suppose every state has …
(Natural News) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on Jan. 12 that it approved the use of aldicarb, a toxic pesticide it had banned in 2010, and the antibiotic streptomycin on Florida’s citrus plants. The decision allows 100,000 acres of citrus groves to be treated with 2.5 million pounds of aldicarb, which has been banned in over …
We have a new litter of Gordon Setter puppies! Great temperaments for field or companionship. Home raised, socialized, AKC registered, as age permits will be current on shots and de-worming. I do NOT cut dewclaws. There is scientific evidence to prove that dogs USE their dew claws. ([Source 1] [Source 2])Pictures, pedigrees and references available. …
Where will you go to find another country that provides the opportunities and individual guarantees of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness outlined in our founding documents and guaranteed by a government of, by and for the people? As I sit here on the first snowy day of winter, 2020 in my warm home, …
Fire cider is one medicinal herbal tonic (of many!) that can be made easily in anyone’s kitchen using some of nature’s most powerful ingredients; creating one of the most effective herbal remedies that the whole family can reap amazing health benefits from. Want to know how to make fire cider? Have you heard of fire …
Greek yogurt has taken America and the world by storm. This growing industry provides a healthy, protein packed snack that tastes delicious and is low in calories. A while back I came across this article that explains a bit more about the manufacturing side of Greek style yogurt and it’s affects on US industry. This …
Once you give this recipe a try, you will be making homemade apple cider vinegar all the time. You won’t have to buy it ever again. Never mind the pride you will feel when you are sipping on your own homemade stuff! It’s really no big secret that us homestead folks are always going on …