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March 7, 2013

STORE SEEDS using food-grade DE + first aid kit

Word for the Day  Travelling a hard path


Home March's challenge is to pack one item each day in a Survival Bag, in order to be prepared for an emergency.  

In my Survival Bag, I have already packed 
1. my emergency foil blanket, plus silk sheet-bag and a sleeping bag. 
2. a mosquito head net and a tube aloe vera
3. my clothing
4. my food and my drink bottles

Today I will pack my first aid kit! 
I will pack the items in a zip-lock plastic bag to protect them, then put this in a labeled First Aid container such as a see-through make-up bag. 


*First Aid Book 
*Tape *Face shield 
*Triangular Bandage *Crepe bandage
*Gauze Swabs*Alcohol Swabs/Foam
*BandAids
*Scissors *Tweezers 
*Emergency shock blanket
*Disposable wipes 
*Safety pins 
*CPR face shield
*Notebook and pencil
* latex gloves
*Paracetamol *Aspirin
*2 packets(1/2 teasp ea)McDonald's pepper




I learned about cayenne pepper being able to give the heart a "big kick" from a naturopath, 
who recommended keeping pepper handy or in the first aid kit to pop a teaspoon under the patient's tongue 
in the unfortunate event of a heart attack. 
First, ring for the ambulance, or do this while you are ringing for the ambulance. 

Cayenne pepper will stop a heart attack in under two minutes!

Sometimes called "the king of herbs," cayenne pepper has the ability to stop a heart attack in its tracks in under two minutes. Famed herbalist, Dr. John Christopher frequently used cayenne pepper to treat patients for heart attacks and reported that it never once failed to stop a heart attack in only a couple of minutes or under.

The best form of cayenne pepper to use to stop a heart attack is cayenne pepper tincture (extract), and it only takes a couple of droppers full to do the trick. Regular cayenne pepper powder, such as is found on the grocers spice aisle, can also be used and the recommended amount is at least two teaspoons full. Either way, anyone who is concerned about the possibility of a heart attack is well advised to keep a bottle or vial of cayenne pepper extract or powder close by at all times.

Cayenne pepper is renowned for its overall cardiovascular benefits and is considered by many herbalists to be the top herb for overall heart health. Among its many healthy properties is its ability as a natural blood thinner. It also strengthens, stimulates, and tones the heart, balances circulation and blood pressure, and calms palpitations.


Note: In the event of a heart attack, regardless of how soon it is stopped, one should seek immediate medical attention  . Likewise, one should seek medical attention for severe and prolonged irregular heartbeats.e.g. CALL THE AMBULANCE!
http://www.naturalnews.com/037069_heart_attacks_cayenne_pepper_hawthorn_berry.html


Garden  Storing Seeds  using food-grade diatomaceous earth

I bought a little bag of fenugreek seeds for sprouting, some 6 months ago. I stored them in a glass jar and added a teaspoon of food-grade Diatomaceous Earth (definitely not the pool-filtre DE) so that any insects that might have been attracted to the seeds would not survive. Previously I had lost a big bag of wheat for sprouting because weevils got into the grain. 

I learned about food-grade Diatomaceous Earth a year ago. In America it is sold for both human and animal consumption, but in Australia it is regulated, and is sold for animal consumption.  If you click on the following link, you can read some testimonials of people who have used it for healing of their animals. http://wolfcreekranch1.tripod.com/de_testimonials.html




I buy Fossil Shell Flour (Food Grade) Diatomaceous Earth (D.E) (Brand: Perma-Guard) from PlantDoctor for $16 per kg (plus $16 postage) If you are interested in purchasing some, click on the link below: http://www.plantdoctor.com.au/

For the month of March, 2013, PlantDoctor's most popular product Fossil Shell Flour D.E. (Food Grade) is on special. That's 20% off the RRP. 
RRP
500g - $12.00
1kg - $20.00
2.5kg - $38.00
5kg - $68.00
10kg - $115.00
20kg - $190.00







The following article gives some info about food-grade Diatomaceous Earth. 
Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a naturally occurring rock made from the skeletons of fossilized diatoms, a type of hard-shelled algae. When ground into a fine powder, diatomaceous earth works mechanically to destroy a wide range of pests, insects, parasites and pathogens by cutting through the exoskeleton, absorbing bodily fluids and causing them to die. Food grade diatomaceous earth is chemical-free and non toxic.

Diatomaceous earth has many uses including detoxification of the body -- inside and out; protecting pets and livestock from parasites and insect infestation; and keep your yard and garden pest-free.

Detoxing

Add diatomaceous earth to your diet to detox parasites that can contribute to food intolerance, nausea, bowel discomfort, pain, itching, asthma, sinus infections, Morgellon's disease, and a host of other allergic-type reactions.

DE detoxes mercury, cadmium, lead and other heavy metals; removes poisons from chemtrails, radiation and may alleviate the effects of GMOs. DE possesses antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral properties.

In addition to detoxing and destroying pathogens, diatomaceous earth helps to lower blood pressure and contributes to the production of collagen to improve skin tone, strengthening the tendons and joints.

To consume DE orally, start with half a teaspoon and work up to two heaping tablespoons. Mix thoroughly in four ounces of water. Drink immediately and follow with another eight ounces of water. Take on an empty stomach. Continue drinking water throughout the day, because DE can cause constipation.

Initially, you may experience a Herxhemier reaction, which can cause abdominal discomfort and flu-like symptoms. This is a normal response to detoxing, as parasites and pathogens die, releasing their toxins into your system for elimination. The symptoms disappear after a few days.

Protect grains and dry goods

Add diatomaceous earth to bulk grains and legumes to keep opportunistic pests out of your pantry. Use in bags of dried dog, cat and foods for livestock.

Yard and garden

· Sprinkle DE along outside edges on window sills and doors to prevent spiders and ants from entering the house

· Pour into a lawn spreader and apply diatomaceous earth to yard to kill fleas, tics, chiggers and other biting insects that attach themselves to pets. Sprinkle on bushes with a strainer.

· Apply diatomaceous earth on garden soil and plants to protect them from vegetable-loving insects. Make a ring around the stem on the soil to prevent crawly insects from munching stems.

· Pour over fire ant hills to destroy the colony

· Apply to compost and manure piles to reduce odor and control flies

· Apply around garbage pails to keep flies away

· Avoid applying to flowers where beneficial insects like bees, ladybugs and butterflies visit

Pets and Livestock

· Carefully apply to your pet's coat to kill fleas. DE also prevents new fleas from taking hold and destroys ticks. Avoid making lots of dust when treating your animals. Wear a mask and drape a lightweight towel over the animal's face during the application.

Diatomaceous earth is safe for use on pets as long as precautions are taken to protect them from inhaling the dust. Add small amounts of DE to pet's food to kill internal worms and other parasites.

· Sprinkle DE on the soil around your dog's kennel

· Add to kitty litter to reduce odor and kill fleas

· Sprinkle the chicken coop, barn, stall, and nesting boxes with DE to keep your livestock pest free

Indoors

· Sprinkle diatomaceous earth on furniture, rugs and in cracks around the edge of baseboards to kill insects. Leave for several hours or longer, then vacuum.
· Use a plastic squeeze bottle with a pointed tip to blow DE into hard-to-reach places like electrical outlets -- after removing the cover

Warning

· Always use food grade DE
· Avoid inhaling
· DE is drying to the eyes and skin; use precautions when applying
· Diatomaceous earth kills beneficial insects; use caution in the garden

Sources for this article include:

http://www.gardeningknowhow.com
http://wolfcreekranch1.tripod.com/defaq.html
http://www.naturalnews.com/030688_Diatomaceous_earth_health.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diatomaceous_earth

 
http://www.naturalnews.com/039326_diatomaceous_earth_detox_mercury.html

Non-toxic and chemical free
Is Diatomaceous Earth, known as DE.
Good for tendons, joints and skin, 
For fleas, parasites and seeds stored in a tin. 
(or glass jar!)
Robyn

May we successfully "squirrel away" whatever is important to us! 

from Robyn