The Homestead Guru
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The Homestead Guru was a project born by people who love talking about and trying practical solutions. We have hundreds of articles on all things practical and have built a sort of community over the years for those who want to learn and grow along with us.
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Drink Your Weeds: Dandelion Mead Recipe
Eat Your Weeds. Dandelions Are Good For You! It’s the dandelion season now and if there’s one thing I learned as an amateur forager it’s
Eight Habits that can Damage Your Brain
Do you engage in any of these brain damaging habits? I know I have done all of these at various points in my life! Brought
DIY Fire Powered Hot Tub
Winter is here folks! Which means ’tis the season for wrapping up in blankets or cuddling by the fireplace with a significant other! One man has
Pre-Fabricated Hobbit House Built on Your Homestead in Less than Three Days
DIY Hobbit House Owning your very own green home has never been easier. Sure, you can design and do it yourself, but that route may
Keep Your Lips Sealed! Fluoride, Lead, & BPA Found in Your Garden Hose
It is not a good idea to take a sip from your garden hose especially on a blistering hot day. A new study shows drinking
Classy Solar: New Roofing Tiles Have Built in Solar Technology
Solar Roof Talk about innovation in green technology! This Kenyan solar company, Strauss Energy, has developed a roofing tile that contains solar panels built within
Self Sufficient Backyard Gardens are the Way of Life in Northern Italy!
My Tour of Backyard Gardens in Italy I was delighted to arrive in Northwest Italy and discover that backyard gardens were in nearly every home.
Cleaning Supplies You Can Eat – How to Clean Your Home with Food
Clean With Food Are you still cleaning your house with store-bought cleaners? Save money and your health by cleaning your house with food items instead.
6 Minute Stretches to Help you Lose Weight
Taking a mere 6 minutes a day to stretch can make a huge difference not only mentally, but can also help you lose weight! Stay
Rising Trend – Big Business to Help Small Farms
Costco is now the leading organic food retailer, and farmers cannot keep up with the demand! Their organic food sales recently passed 4 billion in
Natural Indigestion Killers
If you are one of many who experience frequent heartburn, also known as indigestion, you probably walk around carrying some sort of antacid, but you
Chipotle Helps Farmers Transition to Organic Growing Practices
Even the most dedicated health-foodies sometimes need (or want) to eat out – and for that, I’m glad there’s Chipotle. Sure, they’re a big business,