Lifestyle

A comparison between hardneck and softneck garlic. | Photo by David Fuller Beloved for its culinary uses (not for its breath effects), garlic is a great addition to any garden. The plant is hardy and easy to grow and used in many…
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Enjoying a cup of tea? Before you toss those tea leaves or used tea bags, read this. There are many ways they can be reused. BDN File Photo Whether you drink a cup of tea in the morning for a caffeine boost, a cup in the afternoon…
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BDN File Photo Accessing your own water via a well is sometimes necessary, sometimes preferred. But creating a well is not as easy as digging until you locate water and then installing a pump. Here’s what you should know before you…
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When you live off the grid, planning is essential to keep your family safe and secure. Here's how to prepare for emergencies when you live off the grid. BDN File Photo Living off the grid can be a great experience for homesteaders…
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Fried crickets being sold at the open air market in Tlalpan, Mexico | Photo by Nora Montiel I promise they’re not so bad. When they’re fresh and properly fried, they taste like a crunchy piece of shrimp. They’re good for you too, so…
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Many homesteaders want to live more intentionally and save money. Often, though, homesteaders misjudge how much it costs to start homesteading or get so excited by various projects that they wind up spending more than they intend. …
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Photo by Gabor Degre Alternatively titled: I tested 8 natural deodorants so you didn’t have to. In Section 24 of “Song of Myself,” poet Walt Whitman writes, “Divine am I inside and out, and I make holy whatever I touch or am touch'd…
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Good waste reduction practices will help you manage how much trash you generate — and be more mindful of your buying habits. A guest post by Shelle Wells of Rockin W Homestead One of the biggest problems…
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The cost of food is a major consideration for many. But with a few habit tweaks, you can spend less. Here's how to save money on groceries. Photo by Linda Coan O'Kresik Grocery stores are literally designed to make us want to spend…
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Photo by Julia Bayly Forget storebought. With a few simple steps and a short list of ingredients and supplies, homemade yogurt can be yours! Here's how to make yogurt at home. Yogurt is one of the few foods that I truly enjoy on a…
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Living off the grid is a commitment to self-reliance and sustainability that requires planning and hard work. Whether you create your own electricity or go without, this lifestyle means that you sacrifice some modern conveniences. So what…
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Photo by Aphiwat Chuangchoem via Pexels Raising quail on your homestead? Or perhaps you have noticed these tiny, splotchy eggs on the stands of your farmers market or on the shelves of your local health food store? Whatever, the case,…
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