Like most survival games, there are various ways players can say alive, and one of those is the most common of all, health. Health and Hunger stats are two of the most basic ones, but other stats like Thirst, Sanity, or Body Temperature depends on the game's preferences. For Don't Starve and Don't Starve Together , a game where keeping track of all characters' stats is vital to finish the storyline, players should learn what is the best means of regaining Health.

The land of Don't Starve Together is an unrelenting one that can be dangerous for newcomers. While each player can change their settings before the game to try and make it easier for them, it can still be a challenge to heal oneself after a gruesome battle or surprise attack. Don't Starve Together inhabits many strange creatures and terrifying foes, even the night can harm players if they're not too careful. Thankfully, this simple guide will help players, new or old, to figure out the best ways to heal to ensure a proper playthrough.

Character's Stats

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With over twenty characters to play from now, players need to keep in mind the different stats that the characters begin with. Depending on their specialty traits and their background, some players require more attention to certain survival aspects. The graph below will show which characters have how much Health they start with only. Keep in mind that it is not only Health that varies between characters. Hunger and Sanity are two other stats that change between characters, however, since this is focusing on Health, it'll only show that stat.

Health Characters
75 Wes, Maxwell
100 Wheeler
120 Walani
125 Wilbur
130 Walter
150 Wilson, Willow, Wendy, WX-78, Wickerbottom, Woodie, Wagstaff, Warly, Woodlegs, Wilba, Wormwood, Winona, Wurt
175 Webber
200 Wolfgang, Wigfrid, Wortox
Age Meter* Wanda

*note that Wanda does not have a Health meter, but a life meter.

Ways To Heal

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There are a couple of ways that players can restore their health. One of the most basic ones is by eating food, however, it only regains about 1-3 points of Health. Granted, if food is cooked, then it adds another one or two points. Players should note that when playing Wormwood, he does not gain any health from eating. For players choosing that character, they need to look at the non-food based heals that are listed below to keep him alive.

  • Crock Pot Recipes: The Crock Pot is a vital item for any playthrough because it provides ample amount of food that not only helps with Hunger but Health as well. There are certain recipes that the Crop Pot has that provides a great source of healing for injured players. From recipes like Mandrake Soup (+100 Health, +150 Hunger, +5 Sanity) and Dragonpie (+40 Health, +75 Hunger, +5 Sanity),players can work on two stats instead of just one.
  • Braised Eggplant or Sliced Pomegranate: Made from Eggplant and Pomegranate, these dishes gain 20 Health points.
  • Jerky or Small Jerky: Not only do these dried meat last longer than most food, they do a great deal of Health. The small jerky gives 8 Health points while the normal size gives 20.
  • Spider Gland or Mosquito Sack: For the brave souls who want to go up against spiders, this might be of use to them. Spiders drop glands, and they never spoil, providing players with 8 points when eaten. This is similar for the mosquito sacks. While the thought is disgusting, it is quite useful during battles.
  • Healing Salve: For those that do not want to eat spider glands but still want their healing properties, this is the perfect solution. Spider glands can be used to make Healing Salve, which in turn will heal players up to 20 points. These never spoil also, so this is a perfect thing to start stockpiling on when preparing for a long adventure away from camp. And thankfully, they are easy to make with 2 Ash, 1 Rock, and 1 Spider Gland.
  • Bee Boxes: Like spiders, bees can be quite useful for players, and somewhat less deadly. Players have the ability to create bee farms where they can collect ample amount of honey. Honey restores 3 Health points, however, they are also a perfect crafting ingredient for Honey Poultice. Similar to the Healing Salve, Honey Poultice restores 30 Health points but requires 1 papyrus and 2 honey.
  • Butterflies: Like bees, players have the ability to create butterfly farms by planting flowers around camp. Butterflies have many uses, but the primary one is that they drop butterfly wings, restoring 8 Health points. Sometimes butter can be dropped from them, which 40 points, or made into butter muffins, which restore 20. However, waffles are also made from butter and heal the player up to 60 points. Another great thing about butterflies, is that when spawned near bees, the bees will become more productive.
  • Blue Mushrooms: These mushrooms are a little risky, but useful if players are in a large pinch. Only spawning at night, these mushrooms heal players by 20 points, however, they take away 15 points of Sanity. Is the risk worth the reward?
  • Life Giving Amulet: This amulet is very useful for players because it will heal characters by 5 points, but it will take away 5 points of Hunger and 5% of its durability. It is very expensive to make, costing a rare Red Gem, but if players die while wearing it, it will automatically resurrect the character. So while it is costly, it is worth the risk if players are wanting to start their dangerous adventures.
  • Tent or Siesta Lean-to: A little but of enclosure can make anyone safe through the evening, however, sometimes sleeping isn't the smartest way to get through the night. Both of these structures have a durability of 6, however they can be a little annoying to craft since it requires silk. When sleeping in one, players will gain about 60 Health, or 2 per second, as well as gain some Sanity. Although, players will lose quite a bit of Hunger (60 in Tent, 20 in Siesta Lean-to). So for characters who already struggle with Sanity, this might not be worth it.
  • Jellybeans: By combining Royal Jelly and three other edible ingredients (besides monster food), players can whip up a tasty treat that heals them for 60 points over the course of two minutes. It sadly does nothing for their Hunger, but gives 5 points for Sanity.
  • Furroll: Also known as Bed Rolls, these act similar to the structures previously mentioned. Players will receive 60 points in Health but lost 60 points in Hunger, however it only lasts three times instead of six.

So while players can heal through eating food, there are several other ways that they can ensure safe travels through the harsh terrain without the worry of dying when going against the first enemy.

Don't Starve Together is available on PlayStation 4, macOS, Xbox One, Linux, Nintendo Switch, and Microsoft Windows.

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