Protect People & The Planet!

 

 STOP WASTE & GET HEALTHY!  (Updated Sept 1, 2026)

Good health today requires an aggressive political and personal approach.  Embrace the good.  Avoid the bad.  We suggest that you learn about 'wild' foods (WildFoodies.org), grow your own food, or buy organic produce, pastured meats, wild fish, etc..  Avoid all processed food, supplements, vitamins, and most medicines because we'll never know what's in them. The same thing goes for most commercial products (personal, household, etc..) Learn to do without or make things yourself, so that you can be more confident that they are safe and not toxic. 

Maximizing self-reliance is a great idea for everyone, every community, and every nation. A society can't be robust and resilient if it's people are heavily dependent on imports and manufactured products for the necessities of life. This is not an argument against trade and technology, which are vital to our survival against an attack, manmade or natural, but we should also be prepared to live without them. 

Lynn Landes
www.LynnLandes.com

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CAUTION: I am not a doctor nor accredited scientist. Below is a list for things to avoid & safer substitutes for you to consider.  It is what I am doing currently, but I don't guarantee results or safety. 

  I'm always experimenting and so should you! 

  IN A NUTSHELL:

• Don't trust the government to protect you, but hold them politically accountable when they don't.

• Become personally, locally, and nationally as "self reliant" as possible.

• Learn to use wild resources for food, fiber, medicine, & more. 

• Do without or make it yourself as much as possible.

• Always keep an open mind and experiment!

MY DIET: See The Perfect Human Diet.  I don't follow this diet (Paleo kind of) exactly, but the information is illuminating and profound. Basically, humans were far healthier before the introduction of agriculture, grains, and other unhealthy crops. That said, we need to recognize when something is working for us or not. I am firmly AGAINST any diet that avoids meat, fish, and their fat as extremely harmful to human health.  What to eat, or not eat, can get very confusing... mainly due to the fact that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration has been the complete captive of the business community until recently. So, it's always good to keep researching and share your experiences with others to learn more.  I've be low dairy and gluten for many years, but ate lots of oats, so cutting down on those, beans, and other aspects of my continually evolving diet is taking some getting used to, both physically and mentally. Therefore, go slow whenever you are drastically changing your diet. My results so far appear to be very good. My body & bowel odor is down to almost nothing. Eating more meats and their fats slows down digestion, so I'm not getting gas like I used to. I don't crave sugars and carbs as much. I feel much more calm, have less skin and nail issues, and have lost about 5 pounds, so am at 114 lbs at 5'2" and 74 years of age. But, but there is the issue of constipation if I don't eat enough grains and other carbs.  I'm still my tweaking my diet every day...

I EAT: Again, this is what I'm doing now, but I'm not a saint either, so I do "fall off the wagon" regularly.

• STAY HYDRATED - Sip water and very weak homemade veggie and fruit juices throughout the day.  We use an osmosis filter since Philly water is fluoridated, so the water is basically "dead".  We don't trust commercial additives, consequently we need to add ingredients to our water to make it nutritious.

• MEATS, FISH, & THEIR FATS - wild or pastured, lightly stove top cooked or boiled, never grilled, and I eat the skin and the fat, which I pour back over things like burgers, otherwise I can get acid reflux from meats without enough of their fat included.

• FRUIT - as a snack or dessert, usually raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, blueberries, mulberries (in season), etc.

• HONEY - sparingly

• GRAINS - small portions of oats and wild rice

• ONIONS & GARLIC - in very small amounts, good blood thinners, but otherwise make me stink

• HERBAL TEAS - In small amounts. I generally avoid drinking herbal teas too much because they can cause problems, such as mint which can make me feel arthritic, and chamomile which may have caused me to get hand tremors due to long-term use, plus it wakes me up at night as it is a diuretic.

• SALT - 1/4 teaspoon daily

• WILD & ORGANIC VEGGIES & HERBS - we must eat veggies before or during our meal with a high meat/fish/fat diet, otherwise it can be very constipating, due to lack of fiber. But there are other considerations, such as whether a food is a blood thinner or thickener. And some veggies need to be boiled in water then rinsed, due to their anti-nutrients.

  
  VEGGIES that are good for constipation (but are also blood thickeners) are the following:  kale, Swiss shard, collard greens, Brussels sprouts, plus wild amaranth, Lady's Thumb (a smartweed), and purslane.
  
  VEGGIES that are not good for constipation (but are blood thinners) are: cucumber, cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini, spinach, green leaf and romaine lettuce, plus wild violet leaf. However, wild Asiatic Dayflower is good for both, according to Goggle AI.

CAUTION: Some seeds and nuts need processing (cooking, soaking, sprouting, or fermenting), due to phytic acid, an anti-nutrient. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/phytic-acid-101#what-to-do

• SEEDS - I am experimenting with making seed crackers, pie shells, wraps, and tacos from seeds, such as amaranth, chia, and flaxseeds. So far, so delicious! I thoroughly boil the amaranth seeds in 2 cups water for 20+ minutes until completely cooked (frequently stirring to prevent sticking to bottom of pot), and then add the chia, flaxseeds (1/4 cup each), and salt, cook and stir for several more minutes until it all turns mushy, then I pour it onto a stainless steel cookie sheet and place it onto my plate warmer overnight, in the morning and cut and turn over the crackers in order to make the other side crisp. Add more water if you want a thinner result.
  SEED OILS - Generally I avoid, but right now I need sunflower oil to keep my bowels moving. One teaspoon in the morning with warm water.

• NUTS - Nuts are an easy way to add calories and protein. However, some people have allergies or sensitivities to them. Many nuts, such as walnuts and pecans, contain the amino acid L-Arginine, which is known to fuel the replication of the herpes simplex virus (cold sores) and has been linked to the development of canker sores in sensitive individuals, such as myself. In which case, I'm experimenting with nuts that are less likely to affect me. Also, the commercial shelled nuts  are often contaminated with grains, dairy, and other foods, although they can be washed.

I AVOID:

• ALL PROCESSED FOODS & DRINKS - because we can never know what they're made of and how they're made

• CAFFEINE - increases anxiety, cancer risk (found in coffee, tea, green tea, some sodas, and chocolate)

• ALCOHOL -  increases anxiety, cancer risk, & no amount is healthy

• NICOTINE, MARIJUANA, and all other psycho reactive drugs - increases anxiety, etc..

• DAIRY - causes nasal congestion which leads to colds, plus linked to tumors and cancer

• SUGAR - feeds cancer and hard on liver

• BEANS

• ROOT VEGGIES

• NIGHTSHADE PLANTS - tomato, potato, eggplant, bell peppers, etc. - too inflammatory

• OILS - currently I'm off "salad" oils until I can find one that doesn't irritate the canker sore in my mouth

• VINEGAR - too acidic for me

• COOKING IMPLEMENTS: aluminum, stickless pans, and anything plastic!

MEDICINE: https://www.wildfoodies.org/Medicinal.htm

• PLANTAGO / PLANTAIN - The best most abundant and versatile medicine in the world (anti-toxin, antibiotic, anti-cancer, anti-radiation, anti-fungal, also for bug bites, stings, poison ivy, general infections, nose wash, etc.), but not for everything, like "hot rashes" for which 'oat flour' and chamomile tea baths worked for me.  It grows everywhere (both broad and narrow leaf species), so you can use it fresh or dry it, but you can also buy it at herb stores. To make plantain water, you can either prepare it like any hot tea, or put it in a blender with cold water and then sieve it through a handkerchief. * ALWAYS CHECK FOR ALLERGIES BEFORE YOU USE NEW HERBS. https://www.wildfoodies.org/Plantain,Broadleaf.htm). 

PERSONAL CARE:  (boar or pig fat, egg yolks, herbs, Flowbee, etc.)

* ALWAYS CHECK FOR ALLERGIES BEFORE YOU USE NEW HERBS.
 

 MY RULE IS: Don’t put it on your skin what you wouldn't put in your mouth! 

Your skin is your largest organ. So, feed your body, don’t poison it!  Skin, hair, & nails can absorb into the body & bloodstream everything that it comes in contact. Any commercial product can contain numerous toxic chemicals and they are not approved by any federal agency! So, it's better to be safe than sorry!  

• HAIR SALONS - They can be very toxic. I cut my hair using a Flowbee and then trim here and there with my scissors. It doesn't give the best cut, but I have more control over the end product, plus it spares me from going into toxic "beauty" salons.

• HAND CLEANERS - Water works most of the time. Lemon water is also fine. For tough grime, use duck fat or other fats or oils to loosen grime.

• BATH & HAIR - This is what I'm doing currently.

  • Wild Boar or pig fat - is easy to use, about 1/2-1 tsp in bath. I render it myself. https://www.fatco.com/blogs/blog/pig-lard-for-skin?srsltid=AfmBOopS465Mu6FBximUc_BuKgeM9S6HeJXHZB7SVAw2DjKoNr6dM6vy

  • Herbal Baths - Google AI says that Plantago and Chamomile make an exceptional combinations, although I have only done a pinch of both herbs, and your hair can feel a bit sticky. According to reports, you can also try bathing in many other types of plants (check for allergies), including: Mallow leaf or root, Purslane, Prickly Pear, or Sedum. Reportedly, these plants can also clean and also moisturize without blocking pores like oils or fats do. Put them in a blender with water, or steep them as with any tea, then sieve through a  handkerchief or fabric to remove all the leaf debris.  (Always check for allergies)

  • Egg Yolks are a great hair and skin cleanser and conditioner in your bath, but beware of allergies and salmonella. Egg yolks make your hair silky smooth, but you lose some body and control.  Wet hair, slap an egg yolk or two or three, depending on your hair, work in for five minutes and then rinse in bath water because it's good for your skin, and then do a final rinse. After your hair is dry, if you want more body, control, and shine, then add a dab of duck fat to your hands and rub over your hair.

  • Many websites recommend bathing only once or twice a week. Daily baths are discouraged because they can be drying, damage beneficial bacteria, and expose you to toxic chemicals used by the local municipal water treatment plant. 

  • Hot & painful rashes: Chamomile & oat flour in tepid bathwater worked in my personal experience with a serious hot and painful rash, but it took weeks to completely heal.

• SKIN & HAIR MOISTURIZERS - A good diet is the best thing you can do for your skin and hair. Wild Boar is a good skin moisturizer. I render my own. Online info is that pork fat "shares a remarkably similar fatty acid profile and texture with human skin sebum, making it easily absorbed and deeply moisturizing."  Egg yolk facemasks may also help.

• HAIR STYLING - Again, wild boar (or pork) fat, egg white, plantain water, and mucilaginous herbs might also work, such as Wild Violet leaf, Mallow leaf or root, Purslane, Prickly Pear, or Sedum.

• HAIR DRYERS - Dry out your hair! Duh! So, I let my hair dry naturally, or use the hair dryer minimally. 

• DEODORANT -  Body odor is directly connected to what you're eating. Since I eliminated all glutens and grains, the only things that makes me stink are garlic and onions, which I minimize. Otherwise, you can try concentrated plantain water, or for a stronger option - use undiluted organic white vinegar. But, the problem with commercial vinegar is that it can't overcome a grain-heavy diet, plus we can't every really know what's in it, as with any commercial product.

• TOOTHPASTE - I'm brushing with boar fat... at the moment.

• TOOTHBRUSHES - Use natural boar bristles because plastic can harbor bacteria.

• MOUTHWASH / BREATH FRESHENER - eating a sprig of parsley helps.

• TOILET TISSUE - Use linen fabric square to wipe and to avoid toxic toilet paper.

• TOILET ISSUES - Use a foot stool, gets your feet up for easier bowel movements.

HOUSE & GARDEN: (walnut oil, duck fat, peppermint or creeping charlie, plantain/plantago, linen, etc.)

• DAMP DUSTING AND MOPPING - Walnut oil water (1/2 tsp in gallon) works great for damp cleaning, mirrors, bathrooms, and mopping, plus has a mild antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal properties.  Or you can use peppermint or Creeping Charlie, which is very abundant in the wild, but constant skin contact with mint water can be inflammatory and might cause arthritic symptoms.

• MOISTURIZE WOOD FLOORS & WOODEN KITCHEN STUFF - Duck fat is good for wood floors and provides some waterproofing. Walnut oil also works, but not as well.

• TOUGH GRIME -  Walnut oil

• DISH WASHING - Rinse off well first, then hand wash with Plantain/Plantago and Wild Violet Leaf dish water.  Just put the leaves in a blender with water (filter or not) and use. Sometimes a steel scrubber is necessary. For tough grime or glue on jars, use any kind of oil first, then rinse off with hot water. Repeat if necessary. 

• WASHING CLOTHES (2 teaspoons of oat flour in 2 cups of water) - Oat flour is good for most of my clothes, towels, sweaters, and items that you want to be soft and deodorized. White rice flour also cleans & starches. For stains, use white rice flour and egg white, rub in all directions with a wooden utensil, also soak & rub with hot or boiling water, cold water or ice, or both, depending on the stain. 

• HERBICIDE & FUNGICIDE - Strong solution of Plantain/Plantago water (water should look dark green)

• WEED CONTROL IN GARDEN BEDS AND FARMS - Use straw, etc, but never use plastic that can leach toxins into the soil (which too many "organic farmers" do)

• INSECT INFESTATION - Use any oil to paint around doors and windows to prevent insects from crawling in.

• MICE - Place peppermint tea bags (or use dried Creeping Charlie) in corners of rooms, sills, cupboards, and drawers.

• CLOTHING, PAPER PRODUCTS, ETC. - Go organic with natural or wild fibers, which are naturally antibacterial, for fabric, clothes, coffee filter, beverage strainer, toilet paper, etc.. See: https://www.wildfoodies.org/Fiber.htm

• AIR HUMIDIFIERS AND TOXIN REMOVERS  -  https://plantpurify.com/nasa-approved-air-cleaning-plants

AVOID LIST as much as possible: Keep in mind that our drinking water is not filtered for many toxins, including "everyday drugs" and medicines. Basically, we're all connected. And what we do to ourselves, we're doing to everyone else - both good and bad.

• "EVERYDAY DRUGS" - caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, etc.. basically uppers & downers - makes your body produce too much female estrogen which is also carcinogenic, increases anxiety, plus disrupts human physical, mental, and sexual development

• PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS - I don't use any cosmetics, nail polish, perfume, hair dyes, sunscreen, shaving lotion, etc..

• HOUSE & GARDEN PRODUCTS - lawn & garden chemicals, commercial fertilizer, etc.

• MEDICATIONS, VACCINES, VITAMINS, & SUPPLEMENTS unless necessary, because we'll never really know what's in them.

• RADIATION - ULTRASOUNDS, MICROWAVES, WIRELESS, 5G, ETC

• DISPOSABLE PRODUCTS - both paper and plastic, particularly coffee filters that may contain fiberglass filters and other harmful ingredients

• CONTAMINATED BUILDING MATERIALS - insulation, fiberboard, wallboard, concrete, tiles, etc.

• MINED MATERIALS as much as possible:

  • PETROCHEMICALS: (PLASTIC & SYNTHETIC PRODUCTS HARBOR much more BACTERIA than natural products). See http://www.ourstolenfuture.org Warns against plastics and its effects on physical, mental, and sexual development

  • PFAS - forever chemicals - https://time.com/6281242/pfas-forever-chemicals-home-beauty-body-products/

  • LEAD: in old paint, pipes, etc.. History of lead use: http://www.toxipedia.org/display/toxipedia/History+of+Lead+Use 

  • ALUMINUM: found in vaccines, allergy shots, salt and/or anti-caking agents, deodorants (also called alum), anti-acids, pickled products (alum), pots and pans (including stainless steel-clad), coffee strainers, dye fixers (mordants), and other kitchen equipment.

  • MERCURY: still found in vaccines, including flu shots, compact fluorescent bulbs, old thermometers, etc.

  • FLUORIDE: http://fluoridealert.org & http://www.nteu280.org/Issues/Fluoride/fluoridesummary.htm 

  • ASBESTOS & SIMILAR MATERIALS: fiberglass, asbestos, talc, vermiculite, perlite

  • ARSENIC

  • CHLORINE

  • FORMALDEHYDE

  • BAKING POWDER & SODA