Homesteading

7 Must-Eat Fermented Foods for a Healthy Gut

7 Must-Eat Fermented Foods for a Healthy Gut

7 Must-Eat Fermented Foods for a Healthy Gut Fermented foods have been a part of our diets for thousands of years, and for good reason. They’re loaded with healthy bacteria, also known as probiotics, which are essential for maintaining a healthy gut. Not only do these bacteria aid in digestion, …

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7 Spring Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Do

7 Spring Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Do

7 Spring Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Do Spring cleaning is one of my favorite times of the year. After the long, dreary winter, it is time to get our home ready for a new season! Spring means more time spent outside, gardening and spending time with our families. Spring …

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Best Organic Fertilizers For a Vegetable Garden

The Best Organic Fertilizers For a Vegetable Garden

The Best Organic Fertilizers For a Vegetable Garden Growing a vegetable garden is a great way to save money, eat fresh garden-grown produce and enjoy nature right at your backyard; no matter where you live – in the city or outside the city. However, the fact is that managing a …

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5 Native American Remedies We Can All Still Use Today

5 Native American Remedies We Can All Still Use Today

5 Native American Remedies We Can All Still Use Today The Native American population has survived for many years, and it’s all thanks to their unique survival instincts and creative remedies that they used. In fact, the Native American medicine itself is widely regarded as one of the best because …

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4 Ways To Use Diatomaceous Earth Around Your Home

4 Ways To Use Diatomaceous Earth Around Your Home

4 Ways To Use Diatomaceous Earth Around Your Home What is a toothpaste additive that looks like moon dust, is created by algae, and can help you transport dynamite? It may sound like a random trivia question, but the answer is one that could definitely come in handy when it …

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10 Vintage Life Hacks From The 1900s That Actually Still Work

9 Vintage Life Hacks From The 1900s That Actually Still Work

10 Vintage Life Hacks From The 1900s That Actually Still Work In the late 1880s, cigarette manufacturers began inserting stiffening cards into their paper packs of cigarettes to strengthen the containers. It wasn’t long before they got the idea to put artwork, trivia, famous people, and pretty girls onto those cards, …

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How To Make Your Own Concrete Countertop

How To Make Your Own Concrete Countertop

Make Your Own Concrete Countertop, It’s Easier Than You Think No matter the season, homeowners are always on the lookout for renovations that not only add functionality to their home but enhances the look as well. The kitchen is one of the most popular areas of the home targeted for …

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11 Places You Can Find Free Land In The USA

11 Places You Can Find Free Land In The USA

11 Places You Can Find Free Land In The USA The Homesteading Act of 1862 granted free tracts of land to would-be farmers, courtesy of the federal government, in an effort to bring settlers to certain areas. While those days are long gone, certain underpopulated states are now extending a …

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Testing Home Canned Jars for Spoilage

Testing Home Canned Jars for Spoilage

Testing Home Canned Jars for Spoilage Nothing tastes as good as home canned soups or fresh vegetable from the garden in the middle of the winter. It’s a burst of flavor in your mouth, reminding you of the abundance of the summer. You might can just a few things or …

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16 Foods Preppers Should Always Keep In Their Pantry

16 Foods Preppers Should Always Keep In There Pantry

16 Foods Preppers Should Always Keep In Their Pantry It’s impossible to know exactly when a natural disaster will hit or how severe conditions will be. A blizzard or hurricane could knock out the power for several days, make roads impassable, and isolate you from neighbors, stores, and other resources. …

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Onion-Cutting Hacks Unveiled: A Chronicle of Tear-Free Techniques

Onion-Cutting Hacks Unveiled

Onion-Cutting Hacks Unveiled: A Chronicle of Tear-Free Techniques As someone who has always enjoyed experimenting in the kitchen, I’ve tackled my fair share of culinary challenges. But there was one obstacle that seemed to consistently bring me to my knees—cutting onions. Every time I ventured into the world of onion-chopping, …

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