Did you know that natural and traditional remedies predated many prescription medicines now on the market? Chinese, Indian, and Arabic herbal medicines have cumulatively relied on over 53,000 species of plants for centuries to heal the sick, aging and dying in their relative societies. The folk medicines of these cultu
Looking for an easy homemade remedy to cure those summer scrapes and bumps? This antibacterial cream is a must have for your first aid kit.
Learn how to treat diarrhea naturally using homemade remedies from your kitchen cabinet or plants you can easily forage in North America.
NOTE: This article is about black salve: What is it? What is the difference between a safe recipe and one that’s not? How do you make a good drawing salve? Activated charcoal, plantain, and other healing herbs can help draw toxins from your skin in a safe, non-invasive, and effective manner. You ca
Be prepared for an emergency or bunny illness with this rabbit first aid kit. Put together your own emergency kit to take care of your rabbit when injury or sickness strikes. This is the complete list of medical supplies you need for your pet rabbit.
Bumps and bruises are inevitable—be prepared with a fully-stocked first aid kit for baby. Here, find a list of essential items you need for minor medical emergencies.
Sometimes our pets get easily injured, scratched or you just need to help them on your way to the vet. This is why you need a veterinary first aid kit for
Symphytum officinale NL: Smeerwortel / F: Consoude Comfrey is another amazing perennial herb, essential to any herbal first aid kit as well as to any healthy organic and permaculture garden. Comfrey in the garden: it contains more Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) than most commercial fertilizers. Its long roots draw nutrients from deep in the soil and transfer it all to the leaves. The nutrient-rich leaves can then be used directly as a mulch, added to compost piles as a compost activator or chopped and added to a container with rain water to allow it to ferment and be later used as liquid compost. Comfrey not only enriches the soil but it can also speed up heat processes, which is pretty handy to have near and around fruit shrubs and other fruit trees or larger crops that require higher soil temperatures. Do not allow it to grow near to smaller plants, as it is a pretty strong, large and rather dominant plant. it also comes in white Comfrey as first aid herb: it has been used in folk medicine to help reduce bruising and to speed up tissue repair: broken bones and ligaments, damaged cartilage or connective tissue. Its tissue healing properties (mainly attributed to a substance called allantoin) are so strong that it is not advisable to be used in case of open wounds, as it risks “closing” the wound much faster than the time the body might need to get rid of any harmful microorganisms. It is also useful externally in the treatment of varicose veins, joints inflammation, to stop bleeding and in eye injuries. Its tincture or tea made out of the dried leaves or roots have been used internally to reduce heavy menstruation flow and to relieve gastric ulcers. The leaves can be used freshly squeezed, dried and made into a strong tea or macerated in oil for 3-4 weeks, the drained oil can be used to make salves to be applied in bruises and rheumatic joints to help relieve pain and swelling. hairy leaves and stems Comfrey in the kitchen: it has also a long history of being used as an edible but in the light of recent studies this is no longer advised, since the plant contains varying amount of pyrrolizidine alkaloids - which are toxic. The young leaves contain little amounts of the harmful alkaloids and can therefore be consumed in moderate amounts (I personally would do that only in case where there is no other food source available). Dried leaves and roots can be made into tea and its roots can be roasted into coffee, such as with dandelion and chicory roots. More on Comfrey: Comfrey -Symphytum officinale - Knitbone, Bruisewort, Miracle Herb Comfrey Comfort - Lesley Tierra - PlanetHerbs Comfrey - The Superfood for Plants Medicinal & Poisonous Plants to Livestock - Comfrey Montana Plant Life: Comfrey Nice videos: Common comfrey Symphytum officinale - Sylvanbotanical Why permaculture folks love comfrey - Paul Wheaton
Ever wonder what was in your foremother's first aid kit? We imagine her with a full array of roots and berries, herbs and oils tucked into her trusty animal-skin pouch.
Police forces across the UK are advising people to carry an array of emergency items around with them, including radio batteries, seasonal clothing and a notepad.
Readers share the best first aid kits for campers. Medical professionals and readers with extensive first aid training responded.
This black drawing salve recipe will give you a powerful natural remedy for your home first aid kit.
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Amish drawing salve to heal splinters, stings, and minor cuts and scrapes.
Want to buy or build your own IFAK Military First Aid Kit? Find out exactly what the US Army, Air Force, and Marine Corp have in their IFAK kits.
Hello Darlings! I have a whole arsenal of holistic first aid supplies on hand. One of my first posts about holistic remedies here on Chickadee Says was the Basic Holistic First Aid Kit that covered preventing sickness, stress and anxiety, upset stomachs, burns, sore throats, and sleeplessness. I thought it was high time to create...
Need something handy for quick first aid tips? Folks often struggle to remember all steps in a pinch. A printable first aid poster solves this. Its a quick go-to for emergencies, making sure right actions get taken fast.
There’s no denying it – triangular bandages are my single favourite item in a first aid kit. Triangular (or cravat) bandages are simply right-angle triangles made from a strong material…
ETA: I've added some links to my Master List PDF, Suture Cheat Sheet and some YouTube instructional videos on suturing below. Next week I'...
Learn all about foraging for Arnica and its benefits
Yarrow and arnica tinctures are great mountain wellness to add to your first aid kit. Knowing how to use them is incredibly empowering!
For years I had the same home-made First Aid Kit in a big long tackle box (pictured bottom right). I felt pretty good about it, but as time has gone on, I knew I needed to update it. Upon looking around, I decided to also build another kit and organize it better. When I saw […]
Want to learn first aid basics? Accidents happen all the time. And like the saying goes, "Better ready than sorry". Learn the all the first aid basics here!
Calendula is famous for its herbal healing properties and is used for homemade first aid treatments. Make calendula ointment at home with these easy steps.
Don't forget your cat first aid kit at home! Learn how to put one together and the 21 essential items that should be included.
Did you know that a homemade chicken first aid kit can help keep your hens healthy? See what items should be included in your DIY kit.
Be prepared for accidents, injuries, and sickness with this DIY first aid kit for whippets. It's what you need to care for your dog in emergency situations.
Contents of the best first aid kits for outdoor travel for a DIY kit! First aid supplies are wilderness essential gear for hiking, backpacking, and camping!
DIY Dog First Aid Kit essentials for those working with dogs or pet owners who would like to be prepared for medical emergencies.
4 of the 6 first aid recovery positions, a great help sheet for your clinic
It isn't a question of "will my animal get hurt," but "WHEN will my animal get hurt." Here's what I stock in my livestock first aid kit.
If you are interested in natural remedies, chances are you are familiar with aloe vera. Maybe you have used it after you've had too much sun, or you keep a tube of gel in your first aid kit for burns and wound care. But did you know the plant has many other uses?
Sew a travel case - this zip and go travel case was made using a free pattern and stands up when unzipped.
You may feel prepared for a possible disaster, but do you have a current disaster preparedness kit for your pets readily available? Learn what supplies you will need to keep your pets safe in case of an emergency.
Hurricane Prep Kit by Louisiana blogger, Jenn of Haute Off The Rack, firstaid kit, waterproof document bag, baby bag essentials, toiletry kit essentials
