This Month’s LDS Monthly Plan to Acquire Food Storage and 72-Hour Kit
in One Year (with Monthly Goals)
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"We will see the day when we live on what we produce." Pres. Marion
G. Romney
Spiritual Goal---Prepare at least one family name for Temple work.
Provident Living Goal---Make a goal to have 6 months wages in savings for emergencies. Write out a realistic plan to make it happen.
Storage Goal:
First aid kit--should include scissors, knife, thermometer, measuring
cup, medicine dropper, hot water bottle, triangular bandages, soap, matches,
razor blades, needles, safety pins, adhesive tape, elastic bandages, paper
bags, gauze bandages, bicarbonate of soda, Ipecac syrup (induces vomiting),
ammonia, hydrogen peroxide, calamine lotion (insect bites and sunburn),
rubbing alcohol, diarrhea remedy, antibiotic ointment, first aid instruction
book, prescription medication, waterproof matches.
72 hour kit:
Container for holding kit. Large garbage cans with wheels OR
a back pack for each family member recommended. Find a place in your
home that is easily accessible for storing the kit. You need to be
able to grab it at a moment's notice to leave your home. Note:
Your first aid kit is also part of the 72 hour kit. Note: your 72
hour kit is also part of your general storage, but your general storage
CANNOT be part of your 72 hour kit. When you need it there may not
be time to gather it together for transport.
(From - http://www.nursehealer.com/FS10.htm )
Further Storage Suggestions:
Store those things you will need for natural remedies, such as herbs
and spices, oils, and home remedy ingredients that may double as home cooking
ingredients.
First Aid Kit Suggestions:
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(NOTE: Quantities are for one person for one small kit. Multiply quantities
according to your family needs.)
Essential Items:
4 Triangular Bandages (Cravats)
10 Bandage Pads (4" x 4")
1 Bandage Roll (1" x 1 to 5 yards)
1 Bandage Roll (2" x 1 to 5 yards)
1 Adhesive Tape Roll (1" x 1 to 5 yards)
10 Adherent Bandages (Band-Aids, assorted sizes)
5 Sterile dressings (4" x 4")
5 Sterile dressings, non-adhesive (3" x 4")
5 Steri-Strips or butterfly bandages
5 to 10 Cotton-tipped swabs
1 Heavy String (1 yard)
1 Tissues Package
10 Alcohol Preps
1 Snakebite Kit
1 Bottle of Water
1 Baking Soda (2 ounces)
1 Antihistamine
1 Aspirin (4 tablets)
1 Non-aspirin pain reliever (4 tablets)
1 Motion Sickness Medication (4 tablets)
1 Diarrhea Medication ( 4 tablets)
1 Laxative (4 tablets)
1 Antiseptic Solution/Wound Cleanser
1 Antibiotic Ointment
1 Salt (2 ounces)
1 Sugar or Glucogon (2 ounces)
1 Syrup of Ipecac (Contact Poison Control for use)
1 Activated Charcoal (Contact Poison Control for use)
1 Rubbing Alcohol (4 ounces)
2 Latex Gloves
1 Bandage scissors
1 Tweezers
1 Flashlight
2 Safety Pins
5 Plastic bags (zip-lock sandwich bags)
1 Pen
Prescription Medications
1 First Aid Information booklet
Optional Items:
4 Sanitary Napkins
10 Cotton Balls or Pads
1 Elastic Bandage (Ace Bandage) (2" wide)
1 Elastic Bandage (Ace Bandage) (4" wide)
1 Bulb Irrigating Syringe
4 Plastic Spoons
2 Sewing Needles
1 White Thread Spool
1 Pocket Knife
1 Dental Floss
1 Paper Cups (5 cups)
2 Hot packs
2 Cold packs
1 Thermometer
1 Mirror (unbreakable)
1 Note pad
1 Permanent Marker
1 Thermal Fold-up Blanket
1 Plastic Sheeting
1 Waterproof Matches
1 Tea Ball (for herbal tea)
1 Tea Pot
1 Cheesecloth
1 Mortar & Pestle
1 Diffuser
1 Atomizer
1 Medicine Dropper
1 Liquid Antibacterial Soap (2 ounces)
1 Insect Repellent
1 Witch Hazel (2 ounces)
1 Olive Oil (2 ounces)
1 Petroleum Jelly (1 ounce)
1 Sunscreen (2 ounces)
1 Water Purification Tablets
1 Chlorine Bleach (4 ounces)
1 Herbal Remedy Kit - dry herbs (1 ounce each) (See Below) http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbsDry.htm
1 Herbal Remedy Kit - essential oils (1/4 ounce each) (See Below) http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbOils.htm
1 Natural Healing Preparations Kit (1 bottle each) (See under This
Month’s Cooking with Food Storage Ideas) http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbsPrep.htm
(NOTE: Adjust your kit to your family's needs. Include those items
which you will use.)
Your first aid kit should include a small emergency first aid guide and a survival or healing book. You will need to adjust the quantities according to your individual and family needs, and add or omit items based on what you expect to need in an emergency. Quantities given here are for one person for overnight emergency use. If you choose the optional herbal remedy kits, you may elect to omit some of the over-the-counter medications. Organize your first aid kit using your best judgment, prayerfully. Keep your kit well-stocked, neatly organized, compact, and close at hand (easily transportable). Use the items from your kit regularly, restocking them frequently so that your supplies are kept fresh, your knowledge and skill is sharp, and you can find them readily when you need them. Your first aid supplies should be stored in a water-tight or water-repellent, compact, easy-to-carry container at room temperature. You may select a tackle box, backpack, ice cream bucket, milk jug, pail, #10 can with lid, tote bag, or other container for your kit. Restock your kit after each use, and frequently check expiration dates & batteries.
Medications:
Medications include prescription and nonprescription medication, including
herbal remedies and natural substances. For example, an antiseptic
solution may consist of peroxide and normal saline, a commercial product,
or an appropriate herbal tincture. Antibiotic ointment may be the
traditional triple antibiotic ointment, a commercial product, or an appropriate
herbal essential oil added to petroleum jelly. A laxative product
may be pills purchased from the pharmacy or an appropriate herbal tea or
product. Normal saline can be purchased in sterile containers, or
may be made by mixing the proper amount of salt and sterile (or boiled)
water. For saline solution, mix one teaspoonful of salt to 800 cc
or 27 ounces of water. (Use non-iodized salt because some people
are sensitive to iodine. You can buy prepared isotonic saline nasal spray,
use up the bottle, then refill it with 1/3 teaspoonful of salt to 8 ounces
of water. Refill it once a week to prevent contamination. To
mix 6 ounces of tap water, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt.)
- See also Safety, First Aid, & Emergency Preparedness at
http://www.nursehealer.com/Safety.htm
and Herbs & Herbalism http://www.nursehealer.com/Herb.htm
(From - http://www.nursehealer.com/Guide.htm )
Herbal Remedy Kit - dry herbs
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Suggested Dry Herbs:
Basil - Ocimum basilicum
Bay - Laurus nobilis
Celery Seed - Apium graveolens
Chamomile - Anthemis noblis or Matricaria chamomilla
Cinnamon - Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Cinnamomum cassia, Cinnamomum saigonicum,
Cinnamomum aromaticum
Clove - Eugenia caryophyllata or Syzygium aromaticum
Comfrey - Symphytum officinale
Echinacea - Echinacea purpurea or Echinacea angustifolia
Fennel - Foeniculum vulgare or Foeniculum vulgare dulce
Garlic - Allium sativum
Peppermint - Mentha piperita
Rosemary - Rosmarius officinalis
Thyme - Thymus vulgaris or Thymus serpyllum
(from http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbsDry.htm )
Herbal Remedy Kit - essential oils
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Suggested Herbal Essential Oils:
Eucalyptus -Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus radiata, etc.
Lavender -Lavandula vera, Lavandula officinalis, Lavandula angustifolia,
etc.
Rosemary -Rosmarinus officinalis and Rosmarinus pyramidalis
Tea Tree -Melaleuca alternifolia
Thyme -Thymus vulgaris
(from http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbOils.htm )
See also Oils & Blends http://www.nursehealer.com/Oil.htm
Natural Healing Preparations Kit
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Suggested Items:
Charcoal (Tablets)
Echinacea (Capsules) - Echinacea purpurea or Echinacea angustifolia
Feverfew (Capsules) - Tanacetum parthenium
Garlic (Tablets) - Allium sativum
Oats (Capsules) - Avena sativa
Saint John's Wort (Capsules) - Hypericum perforatum
Senna (Tablets) - Cassia senna, Cassia acutifolia, Cassia angustifolia,
Cassia marilandica
Witch Hazel (Distilled)- Hamamelis virginiana
Zinc (Lozenges)
(from http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbsPrep.htm )
CAUTION: Herbal remedies should not be used by the elderly, small children, or pregnant or nursing mothers, except under the direction of a physician.
Shelf Life & Date Codes for This Month's storage items:
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Herb Leaves, flowers, roots, and other herb parts - Keep for about
a year after harvesting in cool place. Store in sterilized, dark
glass containers with airtight lids. (May also store in new brown
paper bags which must be kept dry and away from light.)
Herbs, Frozen - Herbs frozen in freezer bags keep up to 6 months.
Herbal Infusions - Make fresh daily. Store in refrigerator or
cool place.
Herbal Decoctions - Consume within 48 hours. Store in refrigerator
or cool place.
Herbal Tinctures, syrups, and essential oils - Keep for several months
or years. Store in dark glass bottles in a cool environment away
from sunlight. Store syrup in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Herbal Ointments, creams, and capsules - Keep for several months.
Store in dark glass jars (or plastic containers.)
( - More shelf life information with lots of NEW shelflife LINKS!
- http://www.nursehealer.com/ShelfLife.htm )
This Month’s Cooking with Food Storage Ideas:
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Herbal Preparation Methods
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Infusion:
Place 1 tsp (2 to 3 g) dried or 2 tsp (4 to 6 g) fresh herb in the
strainer of the tisane cup and place the strainer in the cup. Fill
the cup with 1 cup of freshly boiled water. Cover the cup with the
lid and infuse for 5 to 10 minutes before removing the tisane strainer.
(Add 1 tsp honey to sweeten, if desired.) Dosage: Take 3 to
4 doses (500 ml) each day. (Source: Encyclopedia of Medicinal
Plants Andrew Chevallier)
Use up to 1 ounce dried herb in 1 pint water. (Source: Growing
and Using the Healing Herbs Gae Weiss Shandor Weiss)
(from Herbal Preparation Methods - Dry Herbs http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbMethods.htm
)
Poultice:
Simmer enough herb to cover the affected area for 2 minutes.
Squeeze out any excess liquid, rub some oil on to the affected area to
prevent sticking and apply the herb while hot (but not so hot as to burn
the skin). Bandage the herb securely in place using gauze or cotton
strips. Leave on for up to 3 hours, as required. Application:
Apply a new poultice every 2 to 3 hours. Repeat as often as required.
(Source: Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants Andrew Chevallier)
(from Herbal Preparation Methods - Dry Herbs http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbMethods.htm
)
Compress:
Wash your hands thoroughly and soak a soft cloth or clean flannel in
the lotion, which consists of 500 ml infusion or decoction, or 25 ml tincture
in 500 ml water.. Wring out the excess liquid. Before applying,
rub some oil on the affected area to prevent sticking. Place the
compress against the affected area. For pain and swellings, secure
the compress with plastic film and safety pins and leave for up to 1 to
2 hours. Re-apply as required. (Source: Encyclopedia
of Medicinal Plants Andrew Chevallier)
(from Herbal Preparation Methods - Dry Herbs http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbMethods.htm
)
Steam Inhalation:
Pour 1 litre of freshly boiled water into a large bowl, add 5 to 10
drops of essential oil and stir well. Alternately, make an infusion
of 25 g of herb to 1 litre of water, brew for 15 minutes, and pour into
a bowl. Cover your head and the bowl covering the bowl also with
a towel, close your eyes, and inhale the steam for about 10 minutes or
until the preparation cools. (Source: Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants
Andrew Chevallier)
(from Herbal Preparation Methods - Dry Herbs http://www.nursehealer.com/HerbMethods.htm
)
Bay Leaf Footbath for Tired Feet
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¾ c.. fresh Bay leaves (OR ¼ c. dried bay leaves)
1 Tbs.. Sea Salt (OR Epsom salt)
2 quarts hand-hot water
Add bay leaves and salt to water in a basin
or foot tub. For convenience, these can be loose in the water.
Swish around, and soak tired feet until water cools.
For warming footbath, add 1 Tbs. black mustard seed, bruised.
For itchy feet, add 4 Tbs. cider vinegar
For deodorant, add sage to make strong decoction
(from Herbal Formulas http://www.nursehealer.com/06Formulas1.doc )
Rosemary Household Disinfectant
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1 oz dried Rosemary (OR ½ c. fresh Rosemary)
2 ½ c. distilled, bottled, or mineral water
Simmer rosemary in water for 30 minutes.
Strain out the rosemary, and pour the liquid into a glass jar or spray
bottle. Use to clean sinks and bathroom. Store excess in the
refrigerator for up to one week. For greasy surfaces, add a little
dishwashing liquid.
(from Herbal Formulas http://www.nursehealer.com/06Formulas1.doc )
Sage and Vinegar Gargle for Sore Throat
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1 tsp. fresh sage leaves
1 c. boiling water
1 tsp. vinegar
Infuse (steep) sage and water for 10 minutes.
Add vinegar. Use as gargle.
(from Herbal Formulas http://www.nursehealer.com/06Formulas1.doc )
Thyme and Lemon Gargle for Sore Throat
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1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
1 c. boiling water
1 tsp. lemon juice
Infuse (steep) thyme and water for 10 minutes.
Add lemon. Use as gargle.
(from Herbal Formulas http://www.nursehealer.com/06Formulas1.doc )
Peppermint Toothpaste
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1 tsp. baking soda
2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
few drops water
Mix baking soda and oil. Add enough drops of water
to create a paste. Mix and use as commercial products.
(from Essential Oil Formulas http://www.nursehealer.com/10Formulas2.doc
)
Ointment for Nasal Congestion
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3 oz petroleum jelly
few drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Put petroleum jelly in an enamel pan or bowl over boiling
water and heat just until melting. Cool, then stir in essential oil.
Pour into a container. Store tightly covered.
(from http://www.nursehealer.com/Formulas4.doc )
Minty Body Powder
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15 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
10 drops Lavender Essential Oil
2 Tbs. Cornstarch
Pour cornstarch into a widemouthed glass far or a spice
powder container. Add the essential oils. Tighten the cap and
let the body powder sit for a day. Shake well before using.
(from http://www.nursehealer.com/Formulas4.doc )
(More on Herbs and Herbalism at http://www.nursehealer.com/Herb.htm
)
(More Food Storage Recipes - http://www.nursehealer.com/Recipes.htm
)
This Month’s Suggested Books:
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"500 Formulas for Aromatherapy: Mixing Oils for Every Use"
Carol Schiller David Schiller
ISBN: 0806905840
"Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils: A Complete Guide to the Use of Aromatics
in Aromatherapy, Herbalism, Health & Well-Being"
Julia Lawless
ISBN: 1852303115
"Healing Herbs: The Ultimate Guide to the Curative Power of Nature's
Medicines"
Michael Castleman Prevention Magazine (Editor)
ISBN: 0553569880
"Herbs"
Lesley Bremness
ISBN: 1564584968
OR
"Herbs"
Lesley Bremness
ISBN: 0895773554
"Prescription for Nutritional Healing: A Practical A-Z Reference to
Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs and Food Supplements"
James F. Balch Phyllis A. Balch
ISBN: 0895297272
(More Food Storage books & ideas are at http://www.nursehealer.com/Storage.htm )
This Month’s Frugal Living Tips:
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More information on growing, harvesting, storing, and using herbs can
be found online. Here are some resources:
The Herbal Encyclopedia - Gathering, Storing and Using Herbs http://www.wic.net/waltzark/herbuse.htm
Harvesting & Storing Herbs http://innerself.com/Magazine/Herbs/Harvesting_Storing_Herbs.htm
Drying Herbs: Storing Herbs: How long will Dried Herbs last? http://www.thefoodstores.com/thp/html/herbfaq.htm
Storing and Preserving Your Bulk Herbs http://essiac-info.org/storage.html
Selecting, Storing and Using Fresh Herbs http://www.ag.ohio-state.edu/%7eohioline/hyg-fact/5000/5520.html
Harvesting and Storing Herbs http://www.herbalcreations.com/harvest.html
Using and Storing Herbs and Spices http://www.msue.msu.edu/msue/imp/mod03/03900064.html
Herbs, Spices & Sprouts http://www.artrans.com/rmsg/cook/herbs.htm
(More Frugal Living resources: http://www.nursehealer.com/Frugal.htm )
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