If you’re preparing for an emergency, consider adding lipstick to your bug-out bag or your prepper stash. It could save your life one day. Lipstick is important for survival due to its main makeup being petroleum which means you can make a great firestarter, leave a waterproof message and even use it as emergency sunscreen….
As a by-product of generating energy, portable generators produce a lot of heat. The heat is ejected via the exhaust system. Portable generator exhaust has an average temperature of 600 degrees Fahrenheit. It may reach temperatures above 1000 degrees Fahrenheit. The size, kind, and fuel supply of the generator all have an impact on the…
Be prepared with these bartering items if society ever collapses and currency becomes useless. In an apocalypse situation, you’ll want to have these bartering items on hand. Bug-out bags have limited storage space, it’s critical to be judicious about what you stockpile. The following are some of the most crucial barter items to have on…
Accidents, natural disasters, medical emergencies, and unanticipated events can all turn a person’s life upside down. Being ready to face these challenges when SHTF can mean the difference between life and death. A good prepper will keep a small medical supply kit on hand. A great prepper, on the other hand, will have a long…
Heat is required for our bodies to function normally. The average body temperature is around 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit (37 oC). When exposed to moisture and cold weather, people tend to lose body heat more quickly. If too much heat is lost and the body temperature falls below 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius), a medical…
Antibiotics are chemical compounds that can either kill bacteria or inhibit their growth and reproduction. However, over time, the term antibiotics has broadened and is now used by non-medically trained people to refer to any drug that can kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms such as protozoa and fungi. To cover a wide range…
If you live off the grid, your electricity supply is likely limited, making using an electric washing machine to do your laundry impractical. There are several alternatives you can use, and the majority of them only require manual operation to function. The following are the best methods for doing off-grid laundry: washboard method plunger method…
Where there is an unexpected need to evacuate due to an emergency situation, a “bug out bag” is essential for survival. A bug-out bag is a portable pack containing essential items that will keep a person alive for at least 72 hours on his journey to a safer location. A well-prepared emergency survival kit will…
Activated charcoal is available in a variety of forms, including tablets, capsules, pellets, powder, and suspension. It is primarily used as an antidote to poisons and drugs. It is currently being used off-label to treat bloating, diarrhoea, and stomach bugs. There is still no concrete evidence that activated charcoal can be used to treat stomach…
Living off the grid to reconnect with nature and escape the city’s daily grind is a romantic notion. However, it is not something you should do hastily. First, make a concrete plan and complete everything on the “off-grid living” checklist. A systematic plan is essential for preparing to live off the grid. Examine your finances,…