Search a title or topic

Over 20 million podcasts, powered by 

Player FM logo
Artwork

Content provided by Survival Punk. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Survival Punk or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet | Episode 410

26:04
 
Share
 

Manage episode 481366581 series 60512
Content provided by Survival Punk. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Survival Punk or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

health
health

DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet | Episode 410

In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we tackle one of the most overlooked areas in preparedness — your health. You can have all the gear in the world, but if your body breaks down or you rely on a system that’s collapsing, you’re in trouble. This episode is about taking your health into your own hands — from getting in shape to prepping meds and treating minor issues without waiting on a doctor.


Why Health is a Prepper Priority

A weak body is a liability in a crisis. Energy, endurance, and strength are more important than gear when things go sideways. And it’s not just about survival scenarios — it’s about avoiding hospitals, cutting dependency, and being capable.

This is self-reliance from the inside out.


Get Healthy Now — Not Later

Start simple:

  • Clean up your diet

  • Walk every day

  • Build basic strength (bodyweight exercises, lifting)

  • Ditch sugar and seed oils

  • Fix sleep

You don’t need a gym or a program — just commitment. The goal isn’t aesthetics. It’s functional fitness. If you can’t walk 5 miles or carry 40 lbs, it’s time to work on that.


Treating Small Problems at Home

From cuts to fevers to digestive issues — you should know how to handle minor health problems on your own. Stock and learn to use:

  • Iodine, hydrogen peroxide, triple antibiotic ointment

  • OTC meds like Benadryl, ibuprofen, loperamide, and antihistamines

  • Herbal backups like garlic, echinacea, turmeric, and activated charcoal

Every home should have a self-reliant first aid kit, not just a box of Band-Aids.


Prescriptions Without a Doctor

Yes — it’s possible. We go over options like:

  • Telehealth services that give legitimate prescriptions

  • Fish antibiotics (same compounds, different label)

  • Jase Medical and similar kits with real human-use antibiotics

  • Storing extras when possible (legally and responsibly)

We also talk about rotation, expiration myths, and proper storage to get the most out of your stash.


Final Thought: Your Health is Your First Line of Defense

If you’re waiting on permission to care for yourself, you’ve already lost. Take charge now. Learn, stock, prepare, and train. Be the person who doesn’t panic when the ER is closed, the power is out, and the shelves are empty.

Listen to Episode 410 and start building a health plan as strong as your bug-out bag.

Links

276PCS First Aid Kit Home Car Camping Hiking Emergency Supplies Small Compact Lovely Bag for School Outdoor, Basic Outdoor Essentials Survival Kit for Travel AMORNING

Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joining

The Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive

content and discounts!join the Survival Punk Army

Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube

The Road to 1k

Want To help make sure there is a podcast Each and every week? Join us on Patreon

Subscribe to the Survival Punk Survival Podcast. The most electrifying podcast on survival entertainment.

Like this post? Consider signing up for my email list here > Subscribe

Join Our Exciting Facebook Group and get involved Survival Punk Punk’s

The post DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet | Episode 410 appeared first on Survivalpunk.

  continue reading

52 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 481366581 series 60512
Content provided by Survival Punk. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Survival Punk or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

health
health

DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet | Episode 410

In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we tackle one of the most overlooked areas in preparedness — your health. You can have all the gear in the world, but if your body breaks down or you rely on a system that’s collapsing, you’re in trouble. This episode is about taking your health into your own hands — from getting in shape to prepping meds and treating minor issues without waiting on a doctor.


Why Health is a Prepper Priority

A weak body is a liability in a crisis. Energy, endurance, and strength are more important than gear when things go sideways. And it’s not just about survival scenarios — it’s about avoiding hospitals, cutting dependency, and being capable.

This is self-reliance from the inside out.


Get Healthy Now — Not Later

Start simple:

  • Clean up your diet

  • Walk every day

  • Build basic strength (bodyweight exercises, lifting)

  • Ditch sugar and seed oils

  • Fix sleep

You don’t need a gym or a program — just commitment. The goal isn’t aesthetics. It’s functional fitness. If you can’t walk 5 miles or carry 40 lbs, it’s time to work on that.


Treating Small Problems at Home

From cuts to fevers to digestive issues — you should know how to handle minor health problems on your own. Stock and learn to use:

  • Iodine, hydrogen peroxide, triple antibiotic ointment

  • OTC meds like Benadryl, ibuprofen, loperamide, and antihistamines

  • Herbal backups like garlic, echinacea, turmeric, and activated charcoal

Every home should have a self-reliant first aid kit, not just a box of Band-Aids.


Prescriptions Without a Doctor

Yes — it’s possible. We go over options like:

  • Telehealth services that give legitimate prescriptions

  • Fish antibiotics (same compounds, different label)

  • Jase Medical and similar kits with real human-use antibiotics

  • Storing extras when possible (legally and responsibly)

We also talk about rotation, expiration myths, and proper storage to get the most out of your stash.


Final Thought: Your Health is Your First Line of Defense

If you’re waiting on permission to care for yourself, you’ve already lost. Take charge now. Learn, stock, prepare, and train. Be the person who doesn’t panic when the ER is closed, the power is out, and the shelves are empty.

Listen to Episode 410 and start building a health plan as strong as your bug-out bag.

Links

276PCS First Aid Kit Home Car Camping Hiking Emergency Supplies Small Compact Lovely Bag for School Outdoor, Basic Outdoor Essentials Survival Kit for Travel AMORNING

Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joining

The Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive

content and discounts!join the Survival Punk Army

Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube

The Road to 1k

Want To help make sure there is a podcast Each and every week? Join us on Patreon

Subscribe to the Survival Punk Survival Podcast. The most electrifying podcast on survival entertainment.

Like this post? Consider signing up for my email list here > Subscribe

Join Our Exciting Facebook Group and get involved Survival Punk Punk’s

The post DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet | Episode 410 appeared first on Survivalpunk.

  continue reading

52 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play