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The many ways country living benefits your health

The many ways country living benefits your health

When we started writing about the draws of country life one year ago, we had no idea how much health would play a role in the story.

5 wild medicinal herbs of the South every survivalist should know

5 wild medicinal herbs of the South every survivalist should know

The Southern U.S. is an epicenter for wild medicinal herbs. We interview author Mark Warren about his favorite five wild medicinal herbs of the South.
How Earthing Could Change Your Health

How Earthing Could Change Your Health

What is earthing? Our health writer explains the practice that scientific and medical studies are showing could change your health for good.

Lactofermentation: Even better than canning?

Lacto-fermentation: Even better than canning?

Canning has made a crazy comeback.

Embracing the light: How the sun is good for you

Embracing the light: How the sun is good for you

Did you know sunshine fights disease and promotes spectacular health? It's time to embrace the light!

Country living  Spectacular immune systems

Country living = Spectacular immune systems

Health writer Kristen Boye looks at the latest scientific studies showing how rural living builds powerful immunity in people.

The benefits of well water

The benefits of well water

One often under-appreciated health perk of rural living is unlimited access to a cleaner, more natural source of water: well water.

Staying fit in the country: no gym required

Staying fit in the country: no gym required

If you value your longevity and well-being then you know how important fitness is to healthy living.

How Rural Living Helps You Stress Less and Live Longer

How Rural Living Helps You Stress Less and Live Longer

Five ways living in the country can give you a huge boost in your health by reducing daily stress levels.

9 healthy benefits of eating wild game

9 healthy benefits of eating wild game

Our health expert explains the many health benefits of eating wild game.