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9 Home Remedies for Gout Gout is a kind of arthritis that can cause sudden stiffness, swelling, intense tenderness, and burning pain in a joint. The most common place for this pain to occur is the big toe. The area will continue to hurt and swell unless the gout is …

The Best Animals for a Homestead and Why You Need Them As you start to grow your homestead, you’ll start to wonder about adding animals. Animals serve many purposes, but most importantly, they’re a source of food for our families. If you’re like most homesteaders, you don’t have a ton …

8 Reasons You Should Try Oil Pulling Oil pulling is an oral health technique; the ritual of oil pulling dates back 3,000 years. This Ayurvedic tradition is also called “gundusha” or “kavala” and involves swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth and between your teeth for at least 5 …

10 Natural and Effective Ibuprofen Alternatives The most common response to minor aches and pains is over-the-counter drugs such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Americans take these drugs more than any other, not realizing that frequent use can lead to long-term side effects including intestinal damage and liver failure. Long-term, high-dose …

Debunking 7 Myths about Living a Self-Sufficient Lifestyle Living a self-sufficient lifestyle means different things to each person. Some people desire to produce everything they need, but others narrow down their goals. Their goals might be to grow all of their fruits and vegetables required for their family each year. …

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, …

Home Remedies for Cracked Heels Cracked heels are a common problem that can be both unsightly and uncomfortable. This condition occurs when the skin on the heels becomes dry and thick, causing it to crack and split. While there are many products available that claim to treat cracked heels, home …

Homesteading 101: Getting Started with Chickens, Goats, and Bees Homesteading is a lifestyle that involves living a self-sufficient life, producing your own food, and being in harmony with nature. One aspect of homesteading that many people find appealing is keeping farm animals like chickens, goats, and bees. In this article, …

Poison Ivy Home Remedies: 8 Most Effective Remedies For Poison Ivy Have you ever accidentally touched poison ivy and hated the agony of irritating rashes and expensive cream? Use easy alternative home remedies for quick relief! 1. Food Thankfully, there are a handful of food items that can help relieve itchy …

Slow Cooker Chicken, Potatoes and Green Beans Slow cooker meals are a parent’s best friend. You can toss ingredients together and hours later, have a delicious, wholesome meal. The internet is full of different delicious combinations you can try for dinner. One that you should try is chicken, potatoes and …

How To Build a Raised Garden Bed Out Of Cinder Blocks Building a raised bed garden is easy. You can customize it to the size and shape you want. You only need a few tools and a small space in your backyard; a few feet will do. These raised bed …

Everything You Need to Know for Growing 100lbs of Potatoes in 4 Square Feet It is becoming more and more common to see people growing their own fruits and vegetables, particularly potatoes. Would you like to join in? You can easily start growing your own potatoes in a space as …