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The Power of Vitamin C Herbs



Herbs,  and  Vitamin C


There are herbs that are naturally loaded with vitamin C which is a powerful benefit in maintaining a healthy immune system all year and or during a seasonal change. Herbal teas,  concoctions, syrups, tinctures, and juices can be made at home easily and inexpensively. 

For proper maintenance of all main systems vitamin C  herbs also can provide antioxidant properties. This means the less resistance a main system will have  and will distribute all necessary nutritional and medical properties as needed to each and every main system in its proper order and delivery method(s). 

Also a powerful note: Teas made for there anesthetic, antiseptic,antiviral,antibacterial properties. can be combined to make a powerful herbal aid. 

Anesthetic teas, Clove
Antiseptic Teas Thyme, Cinnamon,bee pollen, pine needle, cranberry, juniper berry


A few good Herbs loaded with vitamin C are:

Rose Hips: Very High Levels of Vitamin C present and a good formula additive e.g. Syrups, Teas , Concoctions for cold flus bronchitis and more.
Dandelion: High in Vitamins A, K, b6, b12 (achieved through summer pollination’s from bees) as well as manganese, magnesium and trace minerals of valium
Slippery Elm: High nutritional supplementation’s of vitamin c with a superfood classification through its nutritional properties.
Licorice:  A powerhouse of a healing herb that will heal any membrane wall as well as a good amount of vitamin C present to assists this process
Violet: Another primary source of vitamin c also to with high levels of antioxidants present as well as flavanoids and the ability to detox,
Elderberry: To very high in vitamin c and loaded with flavanoids for promoting a healthy respiratory system particularly.


A healthy Vitamin C daily Tonic/ Syrup.

You will need: 

  • 2 tablespoons of dried elderberries
  • 3 tablespoons of dried rose hips
  • 4 tablespoons of dried dandelion( Root  preferred)
  • 3 cups of filtered water or distilled water
  • 1.5 cups of raw wildflower honey or a good food grade vegetable glycerine.

Directions:

Bring water to a hard boil add all herbs bring to a very low simmer and occasionally stir and cover saucepan.  This will retain any essential oils back into concoction let simmer on very low for 20-30 minutes until reduced by half. the more you let a concoction reduce the more of an extraction you will achieve and the more potent it will be but to long with some herbs will damage the enzymes in the herbs.  remove from heat let connection cool Strain and press herbs add honey or food grade vegetable glycerine bottle and use.

Dosing: ADULTS: 1 tablespoon every 6 hrs. When not sick and to take as a daily tonic take 1 tablespoon daily.

Children: Refer to Clarks rule to pediatric dosing. 

Top “Natural” Remedies and references for Preppers

Top “Natural” Remedies and references  
for Preppers


When prepping a prepper should alway try their best to for se the unforeseen.

A few things a prepper should consider when bugging out or in. is am I realistically prepared to handle a situation if it happens? But further more over prepping is not uncommon or a crime I personally believe it is a good thing. There is a saying that goes like this” It is better to be prepared for a situation and not have one; than to not be prepared and have one”

So as your friend and the “Herbal Survivalist I put a list of realistic but natural Preps together. with some realistic possibilities and scenarios.

Your buging out (alone ore with your family) you are driving and all of a sudden you hit traffic, traffic from a control point during martial law or not  just congestion from everyone trying to get out of the area now you are at a standstill for days are you prepared to bug out into a wooded region for a few days in any climate or weather condition? staying in a car can have psychological effects on someone . but you are bugged out and finally get settled. However, during some time members in your group are experiencing pains maybe tooth ache , headaches, anxiety, panic attacks general nervousness or even a sprained ankle from collecting wood for a fire for your camp or helping someone else.  or even a laceration and how about keeping those bugs away so you can bug out and sleep at night or day particularly during the summer.


Do you know how to make a debre hut to keep warm during the cold months of the year as well as the time needed to make a good one that will also protect you from the elements? or shelter primitively?  What about supplying the nutrition to your body to fulfill all these tasks and more


Herbs:
Some of the best herbs to have on hand are the following
Here is a very short list


  • Willow Bark  for pain management( has powerful aspirin like effects)
  • Cayenne Pepper for wound management 
  • management.
  • Lemon Balm: to help with stress, anxiety and many other central nervous system related issues.
  • Dandelion: to be used as a blood purifier when a detox of toxins and neurotics are present within the stem from synthetic foods. also for vitamin supplementation’s( particularly vitamins A,K, magnesium, and manganese with trace minerals of calcium.
  • Green tea for its antioxidants
  • Oregano and or Oregano essential oil( diluted to 2 percent) a Powerhouse of an antibiotic
  • Echinacea Great for imune system support and for an antibacterial wash


Nutritional Aids:

  • Slippery elm bark: For nutritional supplementation(s)
  • Bee Pollen For Central nervous system support as well as immune system  sand adrenal gland  support also considered a “SUPERFOOD”
  • Spirulina: Classified a superfood, is loaded with antioxidants particularly helps reduce stress related and or that contributes to muscle fatigue. Also contains phenolic,phycocyanins, tocopherols and beta carotene. also because of its antioxidant properties it is also good for anxiety, memory, ADHD, and PMS.
  • Chlorella: Goes beyond just a powerhouse of a detoxifier, It all is great for immune system support, balancing your PH,cleansing kidneys, liver, and gaul bladder and optimizes your blood pressure and eliminating mold from your body, blood purification and aid in the processing of more oxogen.


Essential Oils:


  • Clove essential oil a natural anesthetic/ antiviral herb also great for oral pain Oregano essential oil( diluted to 2 percent) a Powerhouse of an antibioticPeppermint essential oil: good for digestion problems and for aiding severe pain management due to its antispasmodic properties and to will repeal bugs and spiders.
  • Lavender essential oil: an antimicrobial, antibacterial herb that will repeal insects
  • Lemon Essential oil: To purify your water supply. add 1-3 drops  per 8 ounces of water mix thoroughly until completely blended.
  • Add 2-5 drops of diluted lemon essential oil  to 6 ounces of warm water to create a natural wound flush/ disinfectant.

Books/ Refferences’
“Important” Also having a field guide to medicinal plants is a must as well as jethro Kloss’ book “ BACK TO EDEN” which is 500 pages but small and light enough to fit in your backpack/ fanny pack with the field guide. another great book to have is Wild Edibles field guide for your region. You may want to have an essential oil reference on hand as well. a good pocket guide is “Modern Essentials”


Herbal Washes

Herbal Wash Recipe:
A herbal was can be used as a disinfectant by using herbs with antiseptic, antibacterial, and or antiviral  properties such as: 
Goldenseal, 
Cinnamon( not for sensitive skins or facial area and mist stay out of sun for 24-48 hrs) 
Echinacea: 
Clove:
Mullen
Oregano
Licorice Root
Ginger Root/powder
slippery elm
Oregon grape
pine needles


Making a Herbal Wash/Rinse/Flush:
Take 2 cups of water bring to a hard boil 
Add herbs lower heat to a very low simmer and 2 tablespoons of dried herb or 4 tablespoons of fresh herbs.
Let reduce to 1/2 this should produce about around 6-8 ounces of wash. Let cool and gently wash effected area or cuts or bruises  and let air dry. 
Apply 3 time daily to effects areas make new batch every 2 days. 






Surviving with herbs series "CAYENNE PEPPER" - The KING of Super Foods and Medicinal Herbs!

The Power of herbs for Survival Series "Cayenne"
Target:Circulatory System
Survival: Food


This will help you understand how powerful the enzymes in cayenne are.Dr. John Christopher a WW2 medic states in his book the school of natural healing that 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper will stop "ANY" bleeding internally or externally.
Another method is to take a cayenne tincture and thoroughly the gauze or bandage , and iI mean THOROUGHLY! Apply pressure for a min of 10-15  minutes to stop bleeding. To help minimize scaring after wound has stopped bleeding use a 2 percent dilution of lavender oil diluted with purified organic jojoba oil. Secondly, for internal bleeding take 1/2 cayenne powder or 2 full droppers of cayenne tincture in 10 oz. of warm water if using powder let disolve  as much as possible and drink 2times daily this can also be used as an external wash for minor cut and brushes.
Other directly related Detailed Posts:
Herbal Emergency Medicine
The Power of Cayenne as a Medicine
Cayenne Pepper
Making Herbal Healing Salves

God Bless,







Secondly, Another form of medicinal use of cayenne is to make a tea this is a powerful alternative to a tincture. Also, an  all natural healing "Salve" used together with cinnamon can be used to increase circulation in a localized area and the cinnamon will help with the delivery of blood and oxogen to nerve endings to aid in nerve repair. as well as minor neuropathy. Se recipe below.












Cayenne Tea:
take 1 teaspoon of cayenne powder and add 8 ounces of boiling water to it and let sit for 10-15 minutes. then strain with a coffee filter or cheese cloth or even a clean cotton shirt if nothing else is available. drink daily for adults only:
Note the higher the Heat Units are the more capsicum levels are  present and the more effective will be its application. E.G. there are some cayenne powders that range from about 18,00 H.eat U,nits to 58,000  H.eat U,nits and more.

Cayenne/Cinnamon Salve:
Follow the directions to the healing save and as you add the lavender essential oil while salve is still liquid form in the tin add 3 drops of cinnamon essential oil and 4 drops of cayenne infused oil.

Cayenne Infused oil:
Please note this is different than essential oil it possess a lesser level of concentrates of capsicum.
take 4 tablespoons of cayenne powder and 8 ounces of grape seed or jojoba oil(preferred because of the high levels of vitamin E present help with increasing absorption.

Natural Solutions for back pain






Target: Muscular Skeletal System
Survival: Medicine

"Herbs for Back Pain" 


 Excessive walking or improper exercise techniques can stress out nerves and even cause a pinching effect( the restriction of blood flow and nutrients to the nerve and especially nerve endings which are most sensitive and cause discomfort. Added stress on the nerves can cause pain(s0 within the Central Nervous System. and may even cause a chemical imbalance and lack of oxogen supply to the brain because of poor circulation and can cause several levels of headache and arthritic discomfort throughout the body . Another factor is that poor hydration and mineralization absorption will also take effect because of the added stress on the immune system which in then stresses the Adrenal glands. To remedy this solution as best as possible we need to cut any inflammation(s) down and provide a full spectrum of B complex vitamins as well a nutritional support to the entire nerve. 

 Steps to take to help with back pain: 

  • Increase blood circulation  for nutrition support 
  • Decrease any internal inflammation(s) to aid healing process through natural herbal enzymes.
  • Stop any spasmodic activity. 
  • Increase levels of oxogen to the brain in the blood 
  • Provide a natural healing process of Nerves, Nerve Endings, Muscles & Tendons.



 Beneficial Herbs: 

  • White willow bark 
  • Ginger 
  • Turmeric 
  • Goldenseal 
  • Raw domestic Bee pollen 
  • Skullcap 
  • Cayenne 
  • Wheat grass 
  • Spirulina 
  • Chlorella 
  • Dandelion 


Essential Oils: 

  • Peppermint: Helps calm Muscle spasms with it’s antispasmodic properties 
  • Cypress: This will help with sore tendons and nerves.  
  • Lavender: Its anti micro bile properties will help with pain and calming the central nervous system creating a natural relation 
  • Clove bud: This will help with localized pain due to the anesthetic properties 
  • Ginger: A powerful anti inflammatory herb . Take a piece of fresh cut ginger root and rub the fresh cut side on effected area(s) 
  • Marjorum: Helps promote a healthy cardiovascular system, help with tired and sore muscles, Calms the Central Nervous System.



 TEAS: Teas to drink to help with back related pain. Ginger Tea Turmeric Tea Blackstrap molasses tea White willow bark tea.

 Poultices: 1. To make a poultice take a cup of water ,
Bring water to a hard boil then add about 4 oz. of dried herb and bring down to a low simmer and let reduce to 1/2 about 20-30 mins.
Remove pot from heat and let cool to a warm temperature Strain and press ( I use a simple potato ricer to press out all the concentrates
Take a 4x6 or 6x8 muslim bag and soak in pressed herb water Fill the bag with the damp herbs and apply to effected area as needed .
Note: To keep the poultice bag warm throughout the day take the herb filled sack, re soak it in remaining herbal reduction(concentrate) and put it in a steamer for 5-10 minutes and reapply this will also act as a wet heat and will give better absorption warm temperatures are beneficial because they open up the pores system thus increasing absorption(s). 

 2. Another way is to soak a large gauze pad not to soaked with the diluted essential oil or diluted essential oil blend and apply to effected area and wrap with an old but clean cotton shirt wrap gauze roll. Comfrey Ginger Lavender Cypress

  Salves, Balms & Liniments 
Making a antispasmodic or anti inflammatory salve to will be beneficial,  watch and read  our salve making video and post here. and in addition to the lavender you can add other pure uncut essential oils such as ginger, cypress, peppermint clove, marjoram and to the same with a homemade liniment out of lard or coconut oil and add other pure uncut essential oils.and wrap well 2-3 times daily this will help with pain inflammation and any spasms.

Herbs for Alzheimer's and Parkinson disease

Herbs for Alzheimer's and Parkinson disease

Both Alzheimer's and Parkisons diseases are a degeneration of the brain because of a so called plaque build up in the vascular system within the brain, This also means there is a lack of oxygen. So Antioxidants must become present many vitamins and minerals to supplement for lost nutrition also vitamins A,K, B6, B12 Niacin, GABA are vitally needed. to maintain a healthy Central Nervous System , particular "healthy" nerve communication(s)
God Bless,





A few herbs that can produced some outstanding effects are:

1. African Rooibos Red Tea This herb is Naturally decaffeinated (No Caffeine)high in antioxidants, Rich in minerals, very low in Tannic Acid and is naturally sweet. Can protect against Parkinsons/Alzheimers disease –Drinking rooibos tea regularly can protect against a process known as lipid peridoxation. This occurs when free radicals damage brain cells and nerve tissue. If this is prolonged, it can lead eventually to progressive and deteriorating brain disease, such as Alzheimer’s.

2. Cricumin This herb is found in Turmeric root and is the best treatment for the buildup of protein fragmentations in patients with Alzheimer's or Parkinson's in Parkinson's decease it provides enough antioxidants to asset in the defeat of oxidation of the capillaries and vascular system of the brain as well as anti inflammatory properties.


3.Ashwaganda helps with intellectual and social skills, and ultimately premature death. This herb also helps with Memory problems as well as reduces plaques along nerve fibers which contribute to the degradation of the wiring of brain cells, Improves cognitive abilities. all by boosting proteins in the liver the chemical hub for the conception(s) of neurotransmitters.

Medicine In The Event Of A Disaster - The Impact Of The Loss Of Pharmaceuticals



Medicine In The Event Of A Disaster - 
"The Impact Of The Loss Of Pharmaceuticals"

In the event of a disaster, the loss of modern medicines and the pharmaceutical industries is something that worries a lot of people. They may well be right to be worried, as the loss of medical facilities would quite literally deal a death-blow to many suffering individuals. A lack of vaccines would also be a problem – although probably not for a few years. However, it’s not all bad news. Surprisingly, the loss of chemical-based pharma may actually benefit the world in some ways. Here is a brief look at the problems which may arise without pharmaceutical companies, and some of the benefits.
Vaccines
One of the most problematic effects of a loss of modern pharma is undoubtedly a loss of vaccines. Vaccines have rendered much of humanity safe from diseases which used to routinely wipe thousands of us out each year. It is estimated [1] that vaccines have saved 732,000 children’s lives since 1994. Vaccines have effectively wiped out deadly diseases like polio, smallpox, and measles. Moreover, they’re not just good for the vaccinated individual. Modern humanity relies upon something called ‘herd immunity’, which is very roughly explained as the protective effect which vaccinated individuals hold over the ‘herd’ as a whole, due to their being little scope for the diseases to get a foothold in humanity – “the risk of infection among susceptible individuals in a population is reduced by the presence and proximity of immune individuals” [2]. Worryingly, the anti-vax movement has already reduced herd immunity significantly in the USA – incidences of measles, rubella and so on are up- massively in the USA compared to nations where the anti-vax movement is not quite so strong. Not everybody is able to be vaccinated, due to specific vulnerabilities they may have (an allergy to vaccines, for example, or a weakened immune system). Therefore, not vaccinating your child puts not only your own child at risk, but all of these other people as well. A recent outbreak of measles at Disneyland has been comprehensively linked to “a decline in child vaccinations” [3] - a worrying development.
Not All Bad News
The loss of vaccines would, therefore, be a major problem, which would undoubtedly cut swathes through the human population. However, assuming that the population were reduced considerably in the event of an emergency (a gloomy prediction, but potentially accurate), those who survived could take some comfort. While these diseases would still be present, they would find it far less easy to spread and mutate amongst a smaller, less urbanised population. Furthermore, survivors would undoubtedly have gained a strengthened immune system during the survival process, which would stand them in good stead from an evolutionary point of view. Finally, those with a good working knowledge of herbs, herbal medicine, and nutrition would have far better immune systems to protect them against these diseases, and would be far better prepared to treat them in the event that they did occur.
The Environment
On a more positive note, surprisingly, when it comes to general health, the loss of the pharmaceutical industry might actually be a good thing. Modern society, you see, is addicted to pills in a shockingly addicted to pills – and all those pills which we pop have a definite effect on the environment. Pharmaceutical pollution is a serious ecological issue. As humans have to live in the environment, it’s also a human health issue. Not only do pharmaceuticals like steroids often end up in human drinking water after being excreted, they frequently end up being consumed by animals, including livestock. Humans then consume the animals, thus also consuming all of the pharmaceuticals that these animals have drunk in. Obviously this is not ideal – pharmaceuticals should, ideally, be used as a last resort when nothing else will work. Putting alien chemicals into your body when you don’t need them for vaccination or healing purposes is always a bad idea. The loss of the pharmaceutical companies would undoubtedly ensure that the things we eat and drink are to some degree more natural and healthier.
Pain
Pain is an absolutely crippling problem for many of us, which absolutely needs to be dealt with in the most effective way possible. However, far too many of us rely on chemical painkillers to deal with the slightest of maladies. Harvard School of Medicine point out that prescriptions for opioid painkillers have increased “tenfold since 1990” [4]. Britain’s BBC reports with some bemusement that Americans consume 80% of the world’s opioid painkillers, and pop heavy-duty pills for something as simple (and transient) as a stress headache. More worryingly, opioids are highly addictive. It is estimated that the vast majority of opioid overdoses in the US come not from heroin, but from prescription painkillers. Furthermore, some are led through painkillers down a path which leads to illegal substances. CNN report that “Today’s typical heroin addict starts at 23, is more likely to live in the affluent suburbs, and was likely unwittingly led to heroin through painkillers prescribed by his or her doctor” [5]. Far better to choose a more natural method of pain relief for minor aches. There are plenty of herbs which work as natural painkillers – a quick perusal through this blog will provide ample options – and they’re all a lot better for you than pharmaceuticals!
[1] Bahar Gholipour, "Vaccination Has Saved 732,000 Children's Lives Since 1994", LiveScience, April 2014
[2] Paul Fine, Ken Eames, David L Heymann, "'Herd Immunity': A Rough Guide", Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases, 2011
[4] Harvard School Of Medicine, "Painkillers fuel growth in drug addiction", 2011


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Preparing for a seasonal change juicing for a healthier you”


Preparing for a seasonal change juicing for a healthier you”


“Weeds, Herbs, Vegetables, and Fruits that bring a new hope”

All Through a simple, fun, and inexpensive process called … “JUICING”

Target: Immune System
Survival: nutritional food and medicine

Juicing with organic fruits, vegetables, weeds and herbs are a powerful means of nutritional support. This type of nutritional support is in no way artificial but pure, thus extracting the raw elements from the juicing process. You will also experience a whole new flavor, in your taste and desires for processed foods.  In addition to a whole new healthier you and the combination(s) of herbs, weeds, vegetables, and fruits that you used bring a whole new hope to you. Those who may have experienced anxiety and or panic attacks will notice they will begin to diminish thus balancing the bodies natural chemical makeup while naturally detaining all the toxins and neurotoxins that are used in low quality fillers for pharmaceuticals and over the counter meds as well as those cheap China made herbal supplements that are trying to infiltrate the good herbs these supplements usually found at gas stations in quick paks do more damage than good the shock the targeted main system causing a temporary fix but leaving a damaged and weakened main system in tact. 

Your Metabolism:
When You Juice with natural organic herbs, weeds, vegetables and or fruits the enzymes a raw clean and unsynthesized.  Also your metabolism works much more efficient. This is due to a higher absorption rate because now your PH levels become more in –check (balanced). Your cravings for junk foods diminish to null. And now your system carries less stress on the immune and main systems.

Natures Raw Supplement:
Here juicing with Organic Weeds, Herbs, Vegetables, and Fruits we can now supplement any deficiency(s) present in our body, e.g. iron deficiencies’ can be supplemented by juicing a combination of vegetables. Maintaining proper hydration can be supplemented by juicing a single fruit. Arthritic pain and inflammation can be supplemented from juicing a combination of vegetables, fruits and a raw herbal root,  and the list goes on .

But why does it actually work?
Nutritional supplementation(s) hedges on the Ph levels, which partially controls the metabolism functionality. E.G. the more balanced your PH level is the more optimal your metabolism with function all through vitamin, mineral, amino acid and nutrients’ all individually and or collectively being absorbed at the proper time!

With a good Juice Recipe one can even safely loose weight.  I will not go into this topic because I am writing a full post dedicated to “Juicing for weight loss.  But in short even in this topic a metabolism that is functioning optimally it crucial for the fat to transition to muscle and to burn up efficiently during an exercise or daily activities..

Some Good Juice Recipes to get an understanding and started


An  everyday health Juice:
Carrot, Apple, Celery, Ginger Juice
4 carrots 2 stalks of celery, 2 red delicious apples 1 inch piece of fresh Ginger Root.
This Juice provide a great Pick me upper effect while the anti-inflammatory properties in the fresh ginger root will help with joint and muscle soreness’. The pectin in the apples help in many ways to support and maintain a healthy immune system as well as having anti-viral properties. The celery helps replace and balance the electrolytes by replenishing the sodium to a safe level and creating a well balance of distribution of all the nutrients from all the nutritional effect of this juice/tonic. The carrots provide provitamin A  (beta Carotene), iron, vitamin c, b complex besides minerals sodium, calcium, phosphorus. And are easy to digest

A Detoxifying Lung Tonic:
4 carrots,  handful of chicory, 4 sprigs of parsley, 4 sprigs of watercress 4 sprigs of cilantro, ¼ wedge of an Idaho potato. All these ingredients combined will help detoxifying the lungs from pollutants you breathe in during the day. Particularly the parsley,  watercress and especially the chicory.

A powerhouse of a liver Tonic: 5 carrots, a handful of parsley, 5 sprigs of cilantro, 2 stalks of celery, one inch knob of fresh turmeric root.2 red delicious apples, ¼ wedge of a beet with greens.

Here are some more basic but very healthy recipes for you to try.

Ginger Zinger: Apples 1, Carrots 2, Celery 1, Fresh Ginger Root 1 inch piece
Veggie Tonic: Carrots 3Celery 1 Stalk, Parsley 1 Handful, Garlic, Clove, 1
Green Drink: Apple 1,Carrots3,Parsley 1 Handful, Spinach 3 Leaves
Citrus Tonic: Grapes 1 Bunch, Apples 3, Lemon 1/4 (W/O peel)
                           
Red Eye: Carrots 3Beets ½ , Garlic  Clove 1, Ginger 1 inch, Scallions 2
Citrus Punch:Strawberries  1/8 cup, Pineapple  1/8 cup, Orange  1/8 cup
Blueberry1/2 cup, Apples 3
Liver Cleanse: Apples 2, Grapefruit 1/4 (W/O peel)Grapes 1 Small Bunch
Lemon 1/4 (W/O peel),Beets  1/2
Tomato Surprise: Tomato,1 Large Carrots 2, Celery, 1 Stalk, Cucumber1/2
Spinach 3 Leaves
Rise and Shine: Carrots 4, Oranges 2
Morning Bliss Carrots, 2, Celery, 1 StalkBeets1/2, Parsley, 1 Handful, Lemon 1/4 (W/O peel)
A New BeginningApple 1Celery 1 Stalk,  Ginger1 inch, Parsley 1 Handful, Lemon 1/4 (W/O peel)
Strawberry Fields Forever:Apple 2, Carrots 2,  Strawberries 8

Very Berry: Blueberries 1 cup, Raspberries  1/8cup, Blackberries 1/8 cup Strawberries 1/8 cup, Apples 2

Juicing with Weeds
Dandelions:
This herb has diuretic properties which will flush the kidneys and become your livers best friend
Dandelions are powerful blood purifiers and with detoxify all the lower organs and lungs  slowly and safely They also provide an abundance of vitamins and minerals, Vitamin C,  beta carotene which converts to vitamin A, Magnesium with trace minerals of Calcium, manganese, zinc and phosphorus.
Here is a healthy daily tonic that will pick you up fast.

4 Carrots, 10 sprigs of parsley, 5 sprigs of cilantro, and 4 sprigs of thyme. 2 red delicious apples and ¼ of a beet with greens.

Nutritional foods and Super foods for Preppers




Nutritional foods and Super foods  for Preppers


Target: Nutrition
Survival: Food

"Read our other posts on "
Superfood's 
Bee Pollen
Slippery Elm Bark



“Nutritional Foods”

These foods provide an abundance of minerals,vitamins and amino acids vital to all the main systems. This is always crucial during a 
bug out situation. added stress' can effect your way of thinking rationally and realistically. 


1. Central Nervous System Foods:
Yellow Corn has all the minerals and Vitamins to retain a healthy Central Nervous System. Such as Vitamin A, K, Magnesium. Manganese, B6, B12
Peanut Butter:
Spinach: A great Source of IRON Vitamins C,A,K,E, Panthothenic Acid, B1,B2,B6,
Niacin
Celery: a Natural Recovery drink ( celery juice) VERY POWERFUL. Will recover lost sodium levels naturally and safely.
Red Kidney Beans: Iron, Calcium, Vitamin C
Sweet Potatoes and Yams: High in Potassium, Magnesium, Manganese, vitamins A,K,E, B1, B6, Niacin, and more

2. Circulatory System Foods:
Beets: Vitamins A, C, K, E, B1, B6,Niacin,
Broccoli , Bell Peppers and eggplant with help maintain healthy vascular walls.
Pees: Vitamins A, C, K, E, Niacin, Folate, Vitamin B1, B2, B6, Panthothenic Acid
Carrots: Vitamins A, C,K,E, B1,B2,Folate, Niacin, 
Asparagus Vitamins A, K, C, E, B1,B2, B6, Folate,Panthothenic Acid

3. Respiratory System Foods:
Onions, Garlic, Pumpkin, Butternut squash, Acorn squash, Figs, Black currants, Pineapple, Apples, Yams,Honey, Hazelnuts, Almonds, Dates,Yellow and Green Bell Peppers, green Chile peppers, Brussel sprouts, tomatoes snow Peas, mustard greens,Mushrooms Pomegranates, Red Cabbage


Herbal and Nutritional  Superfood's (Se our post on super foods)
Spirulina: Vitamins A, C, K, E, Niacin, B1, B2, B6, Folate, Panthothenic Acid, 
Slippery Elm Bark ( Se our post on slippery elm bark)
Bee Pollen ( see our be pollen post)
Chlorella:

Natural Remedies for Healing the Effects of Addiction






Natural Remedies for Healing the Effects of Addiction




There are effective herbal remedies for all sorts of injuries and illnesses, but there are some conditions that most people tend to forget about: things like addiction and mental illness, for example, are often overlooked. In terms of addiction to substances like alcohol, prescription medications, and illicit drugs, there are some ways that herbal preparations and other natural remedies can be used to ease the pain that comes with withdrawal and recovery. There are several herbal preparations that make good additions to the herbal first aid kit, for this reason as well as other benefits.
Drug and alcohol addiction can have dangerous consequences in any society, but if the Event happens the results are potentially even more dire: no cushy rehabs to fall back on, and the likelihood is that the availability of prescription medicines that help with recovery from substance abuse will reduce as time goes by. Most important of all, someone who's affected by addiction is likely to have a reduced ability to survive in the aftermath of a serious disaster situation, not only because of the addiction itself, but because of the debilitating effects of addictive substances, including loss of mental alertness, and reduction in physical fitness. If someone you know right now has been affected by substance abuse problems in the past—or if it's something you yourself have struggled with—it's important to know how to deal with such problems naturally, without the use of prescription medicines and other artificial aids that are currently in common use.
Healing Herbs and Spices

  • Burdock Root: supports the health of both the kidneys and the liver, and also helps improve digestion. It's also a mild diuretic, so using this may require drinking extra water stay properly hydrated.This herb is also a patent detox and blood purifier.
  • Dandelion: helps to improve spleen function, so it's good for immune system support and red blood cell health. As well as this, it's good for the kidneys and liver.This herb will also detox these organ as well as act as a blood purifier
  • Echinacea, Garlic, and Ginsengare all good for bolstering the immune system; the physical effects of substance abuse, even in the short term, include physical deterioration that can impair the immune system; daily echinacea and garlic helps repair this damage.
  • Ginseng:—as well as cinnamon—also helps to stabilize blood sugar.
  • Ginger: is excellent for nausea, so it's great for people who are having a difficult time when withdrawing from physical addiction, as nausea and vomiting are common symptoms at this stage.
  • Hawthorn berries: help support heart function, so they can be useful for people who have been affected by chemical dependency.
  • Milk Thistle: helps to heal the liver, an organ that often takes a great deal of damage in someone who's suffering from an addiction. Milk thistle can cause diarrhea, so it's best to start with very small doses and gradually increase the amount taken.
  • Passionflower: can be taken for easing symptoms of stress and anxiety, and can also help treat insomnia.
  • Skullcap and Valerian: are both useful for easing insomnia, but skullcap. both these herbs are assist when there is a need to diminish withdrawal effects.
  • St. John's Wort: can effectively treat mild depression, so it's a good one for people who are suffering from the psychological effects of withdrawal, which do often include depressive symptoms


Sources:

Amy Jirsa (2012). “Herbs to Help Heal from Addiction.” In Mind Body Green. Accessed December 23, 2014.
George Catlin (2014). “Proven Home Remedies for Opiate Withdrawal.” Accessed December 23, 2014.
Michael Castleman. “http://www.naturalhealthmag.com/health/herbs-heal.” In Natural Health. Accessed December 23, 2014.
University of Maryland Medical Center. “Herbal Medicine.” Accessed December 23, 2014.


Written by Anne Golden

Herbal Solutions for Nasal Infections

Target: Respiratory System
Survival: Medicine


Herbs for Sinus Infections:

There are some great herbal aids for sinus infections. Teas are the best because of the steam like warmth provide better purification(antiseptic) as well as creating a greater absorption.  mouth rinses are as well good providing anti-septic, anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties

Sinus infections are primarily caused by toxin overload and create a bacteria haven causing excess mucus. This in tern causes a stress on the respiratory and central nervous system and immune system because now these systems have to work harder to maintain a minimal of good health causing tiredness, fatigue, irritability, headache. and cold like symptoms as well as excessive mucus flow. (nasal drip).

The key to helping a sinus infection is to detox the nasal and bronchial passages from both bacterial and viral and microbial properties then to aid in relief of the mucus membrane from excessive drainage of mucus throughout then to begin the actual healing process.

Also it is important to stay away from all dairy products to reduce any additional enzymes that will create unnecessary mucous and mucous membrane irritation(s)


Some Good herbal teas are as follows:

Echinacea/ Goldenseal: anti-bacterial anti-septic
Thyme: anti-bacterial/ anti- viral
Oregano: Anti-Bacterial, Anti- Viral
Apple Cider vinegar:  antiseptic and demuculant
Cinnamon: ( well diluted and in very small doses) Anti-septic
Licorice root: for its powerful healing properties of membrane walls
Lavender: anti-microbial
Marshmallow Root: demuculant will help sooth irritated membrane walls.

A Powerful Herbal Nasal Spray:
For near imediate relive from nasal infections use the following recipe in a nasal sprayer 2 times daily
You will need:
1 tablespoon of dried godenseal root
1 tablespoon of echinacea root
1 cup of distilled water
Directions:
Bring 1 cup of distilled water to a boil in a non aluminum saucepan add herbs and stir well cover and lower heat to a low simmer for 30 minutes. Let cool and stain 3 times through a coffee filter or a fine cotton cloth.  fill nasal sprayer and breath in through each nostril while spraying into while closing the other nostril.  this can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days before a new batch is needed to be made.

For more severe cases add 1 tablespoon of raw wildflower honey into mixture and completely disolve before adding to sprayer ( when adding honey you do not have to refrigerate and the shelf life will be good for an easy 10 days.
Your sinus' will immediately decongest and clear the nasal and upper nasal passages, this is due to the powerful detox and antiseptic properties in the berberine in the golden seal root. The anti bacterial properties in the echinacea will help with any bacterial infections that may be present and in a very mild way aid in strengthening the immune system subliminally.

A few good mouth rinses:

Thyme, peppermint:This will act as a antiseptic while opening both the nasal and bronchial passages.
Apple Cider Vinegar; For its antibacterial properties and healing properties from the present levels of pectin.


A good mouth rinse/Gargle Recipe for nasal infections:

You will need: 

  • 2 tablespoons of dried thyme leaves
  • 16 oz. of distilled water
  • 3 tablespoons of dried marshmallow root
  • 2 drops of Pre-diluted essential oil of oregano to 2 percent 
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider vinegar
  • 2 drops of Pre-diluted essential oil of peppermint  (or 2 tablespoons of dried peppermint leaves)
  • 2 tablespoons of dried licorice root herb


Directions: 
Bring  distilled water to a boil and add all dried herbs,  Bring heat to a very low simmer, Place a lid on the pot (any herbal oils distilled will return to the water)
for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool, Press and strain soaked herbs into a sterile jar.

rinse or gargle 2-3 times a day this will also help a sore and irritated throat especially due to mucus drain/drip.

Note if you have blood pressure issues do not use licorice root