Garlic is a powerful antioxidant with antimicrobial, antiviral and antibiotic properties. I have also found that as a Garlic Cold Remedy, it provides decongestant and expectorant effects when I have a cold. I am not a doctor, obviously. Additionally, Science has not isolated the components of garlic responsible for medicinal effects. However, I have […]
Category: Health, Wellness, First Aid
First Aid at the End of the World: Should You Trust Colloidal Silver?
This following is a guest post from Nadia Jones about colloidal silver. As with all medical posts, please use your own judgement and consult a doctor. I have no firsthand experience with colloidal silver taken internally myself, so I have no opinion on either side of the debate. One of the most important aspects of […]
How to make Dakin’s Solution: DIY Antiseptic
This post shows how to make Dakin’s Solution, which is a great homemade antiseptic. Dakin’s solution is an antiseptic solution containing sodium hypochlorite (Common Household Bleach) and water. It was first developed during World War I to treat infected wounds. Dakin’s solution is not the only antiseptic that can be made at home. As there […]