A Prepper's Guide To Bartering

50 Things To Barter With In A Disaster

By Wulfe Dixon

Introduction

I want to thank you and congratulate you for downloading the book,“A Prepper's Guide To Bartering:  50 Things To Barter With In A Disaster”.

This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to know which items are essential should TEOTWAWKI happen.

This book lists out 50 essential things you should have in your inventory as well as how to barter it out. You will learn how to barter goods and know the value of the products you might have taken for granted now that there is not enough out there for everyone.

Thanks again for downloading this book, I hope you enjoy it!

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Chapter 1 - TEOTWAWKI

TEOTWAWKI or “The End of the World As We Know It” is a byword that many people, especially preppers, use to describe the time after a large scale disaster. Another term preppers use is when “Sh*t Hits the Fan” which basically means the same thing.

These two terms are always in the mind of preppers. Although most “normal” people would say that’s just being paranoid, there is actually a very distinct possibility of them happening.

Now you don’t have to go paranoid, don camouflage suits, and head for the mountains to live off the land, but it does pay to be prepared.

There are many ways you can do this; from stocking up your inventory, fortifying your house, to learning some skills that could prove helpful when the SHTF.

Besides learning basic survival techniques and self-defense, the most important thing that you need to learn now is how to use the barter system, and know what items are going to prove valuable when money becomes obsolete. So here’s a list of fifty things that you might want to stock up on for trading purposes aside from having enough to use of course!

Chapter 2 – Introduction to the barter system

Back before there were any forms of currency, the only way man could get necessities was by bartering for them.

When TEOTWAWKI happens, global economies will collapse and your money will not even be worth the paper it is printed on, which is why you need to learn how to trade for goods that you will need to survive.

When the SHTF it will be every man for himself! If you’ve been a good prepper, you’d probably have a safe place to hole up in and a separate place to stock your inventory in. If you’ve been an extremely wise prepper, you’d have more than just enough stocks for yourself and your family.

Everyone knows that in times of scarcity, the most important things are the basics like food, water, shelter, and clothing. If you have more than enough of these things in your inventory, you can use your excess to barter for other items with other people.

Your success in bartering for goods will be beyond your control. There will be times people are going to want to trade goods with you and there will be times when you’ll have to face tough customers.

This requires diplomacy and good people skills, but the most important things you need to know is how important the goods you’re trading are and will the other item for trade be good enough.

Here’s what you can control:

What you have in stock.

Knowing the value of what you have in stock.

As a good prepper, you need to know what you should stock up on, and also know the value of what you have in your inventory; and by value, it means you know how important the goods are for your survival.

1. Cooking Oil

Now it doesn’t have to be the fancy type of cooking oil you see on specialty ingredient stores. As long as it serves its purpose, which is to help cook your meals, it should be fine.

To be safe, stock up on the cheap stuff and a bit of the fancy oils and you just might be able to demand a higher price when the time comes.

Besides making your food taste good, cooking oil has many other uses that make it an excellent bartering tool.

You can use it to lubricate mechanical parts if conventional lubricants or oils are no longer available. It can also be recycled and used repeatedly for cooking or you can use it as an active component in making soap. You can also use cooking oil as fuel to make diesel engines run again.

2. Jerky

Jerky is an easy to prepare food that can last a long time without refrigeration. Since food is an essential survival item, there will be many people attracted to the prospect of having some meat (or any kind of food for that matter) in their bellies in exchange for any other useful items they may have on their person.

3. Lighters, Matches and Fire Making Tools

Since the dawn of time, fire has always been a very important factor in our survival. That is why, to this day lighters, matches and other fire making tools continue to play an important role in our lives.

That becomes even more evident when TEOTWAWKI does happen and we get plunged back into the darkness. Since conventional lighting and heating utilities that we’ve come to take for granted will no longer be easily accessible, you will be relegated to lighting up your own fire for illumination and heating purposes.

4. Liquor

Some people may question why liquor is even included as an essential item for when the SHTF but if you really think about it, liquor does have its uses.

For one thing, in lieu of antiseptics, you can use hard liquor to clean up wounds, and also as an anesthetic if none is available. Liquor with high alcohol content can also be used as a basic fuel for lighting fires, and once the contents are gone, you can use the bottles as containers.

And if for no other reason at all, having a few bottles of liquor handy can help people forget the misery and loneliness they might feel if and when TEOTWAWKI does happen in our lifetime.

5. Water Purification Supplies

Humans need to drink water to survive. You can go for about a week without food but you won’t last 3 days without water so make sure you have clean drinking water sources nearby.

There are many water purification supplies available today that you can include in your bug out pack to ensure that you will always have clean water to drink. These can be water purification tablets, portable filtration devices and other such items that will make any water source potable.

Because of the importance of drinking water, water purification supplies can be counted as one of the top items that can be bartered at a premium price so make sure you have plenty in stock.

6. Bleach

Sanitation is going to come in question during hard times.

Bleach is a good disinfectant used in many households and medical institutions. In the event of TEOTWAWKI happening in our lifetime, this is going to prove very essential in keeping the normalcy of our lives within our reach.

Aside from cleaning your immediate surroundings, you can also use bleach for washing your clothes, and you can also use it to purify water. This is why bleach is such an important bartering item.

7. Baking Soda and Vinegar

In the event that unconventional cleansing agents are unavailable, a combination of baking soda and vinegar should be able to address your sanitation needs.

Baking soda and vinegar separately are useful by themselves. As common kitchen ingredients, it shouldn’t be hard to find these two in your local grocery.

8. Candles

You can’t always have a raging bonfire to light your way when the SHTF. That’s why candles will come in handy during these times.

Candles are easy to light and they can be recycled if you have the time and patience to collect the wax drippings and reshape them into new candles.

Once the electricity goes out and flashlights and batteries go the way of the dodo, candles are going to be the next most important thing people are going to scramble for.

9. Batteries

Batteries, especially rechargeable ones can prove to be very valuable bartering items since people might need it to power up some basic items they need to survive.

There are different batteries, but the most commonly used one around the house are the double A or triple A variety. These items can be traded easily with other people.

There are other people who would prefer to have the 9 volt variety for their gadgets as well as for lighting purposes. You might want to stock up on those too.

And then there are some people who just need more juice and that means getting a bigger battery. For these people a car battery might come in useful. A car battery can run several items simultaneously for an extended period of time.

10. Flashlights

Flashlights will also come in very handy if and when the SHTF.

Try to get your hand on flashlights that don’t necessarily rely on batteries to run. There are rechargeable flashlights, solar powered flashlights, there are even flashlights that you can charge up using a hand crank. There are also flashlights that use LEDs as main bulbs instead of the tungsten bulbs found in old flashlights.

11. Razors and Razor Blades

Just because TEOTWAWKI is here doesn’t mean you can just let your appearance go. Razors and razors blades don’t just serve the sole purpose of making you look presentable, these items are also basic cutting tools.

Because these items serve more than a single purpose, it’s not hard to imagine how people are going to end up clamoring to have one of these in their hands or on their person. Make sure you stock up on enough of these for trading and personal purposes.

12. First Aid Items

It goes without saying that, first aid items should be part of your inventory. Basic items like bandages and antiseptic solutions can be part of your first aid kit. Suturing equipment and wound dressing gauze are also important first aid items.

TEOTWAWKI is going to be tough. This is especially true if you ever get injured during these times. Any small wound can turn into a nasty infection. It is extremely important for you to attend to a wound no matter how small it is to reduce the risk of it getting aggravated.

Other people are sure to recognize the importance of having first aid items in their household when the SHTF and if you have a large inventory of these items, trading them in for other essential items should be a cinch.

Just make sure you keep these items in a safe place away from moisture and other elements that could compromise its sterility.

13. Cigarettes

Even if you don’t smoke, you might still want to stock up on these items just so you have enough for bartering.

The good thing about cigarettes is that their value can greatly vary from one person to the other and if you’re observant enough, you should be able to price accordingly based on their desperation level.

Just because you have it doesn’t necessarily mean you should give it out that easily. You’ll see, making it a bit hard to get their hands on cigarettes can net you more stuff than what other people would normally pay for a pack of cigarettes during TEOTWAWKI!

14. Coffee and Tea

Coffee and tea may not be survival essentials, but they do help boost the morale of those who drink them; and when the SHTF it would be nice to drink a hot beverage to help give you a sense of normalcy and keep you from losing your mind.

15. Honey

When the SHTF conventional sweeteners will become scarce and honey will become a valuable commodity. Honey is one of the most well-known sweeteners out there and you don’t need to explain a lot when you try to trade this item out.

You can stock up on honey in two ways; you can buy some from the grocery, or you can harvest your own honey if you know how to handle bees.

16. Spices and Seasonings

Just because normal society has ceased to exist doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the food we eat. Spices and seasonings have been an important part of our diet and tastes since time immemorial.

A good thing about spices and seasonings is that they last a really long time as long as they’re stored in favorable conditions. They also retain their taste for long periods too.

17. Playing Cards

There are a lot of games one can play with a deck of cards. You can play alone or with a few friends. This gives playing cards a lot of versatility as an entertainment value that’s why you shouldn’t ignore this item.

Since playing cards are fairly small, stocking up on these items shouldn’t pose too much of a problem.

18. Pencils and Paper

Pencils and paper are going to be important for documentation purposes. If the SHTF, there will be people documenting events while at the same time trying to survive. Keeping a journal through troubling times can actually help keep you sane; that’s what the soldiers in WWI and WWII did, and if it worked for them then it will work for you too.

19. Hard Candy and Chocolates

Hard candy and chocolates can be valuable bartering goods when the SHTF. These items don’t expire easily and can be stored in glass containers in normal conditions.

Hard candy and chocolates can be used to stave off hunger. It can also be used to combat nausea or vertigo. These items seem to have a placebo effect that relieves discomfort people feel during hard times.

20. Fishing Supplies

Fishing is an excellent way to provide food once it becomes scarce or you find yourself with dwindling food supplies. If you have the right equipment, you should be able to just head on off to the nearest creek or body of water and patiently wait for fish to bite.

Some good examples to keep in your inventory are fishing hooks (different sizes and varieties), fishing lines (different gauges) and fishing rods. Provide your customers with lots of options because there are many types of fish out there and they require different handling as well as baiting techniques.

21. Garden Seeds

Once conventional sources of food will be gone when the SHTF, you will need to provide for yourself. This is why garden seeds are going to be extremely valuable when TEOTWAWKI comes around.

Garden seeds come in all forms and varieties and are easy to grow in your own backyard. You can also get these from commercial sources nowadays for convenience purposes. The next time you’re in the grocery, make it a point to buy a packet of garden seeds or two and practice planting in your backyard. This will help you to develop a green thumb and also allow you to see for yourself which brands produce full grown plants and which don’t. That’s what you’d call product testing at its finest!

Trading these seeds should be an easy process since people will want to get their hands on these items for survival purposes when the SHTF. You can choose to barter off the whole package or parcel it out seed by seed to extend your inventory’s numbers.

Make sure you leave enough for yourself though!

22. Paperback Books

Paperback books are excellent sources of entertainment once electricity becomes scarce. These items do not need any batteries or electrical source to run and it can help people escape reality and into the world of imagination.

These items are extremely bulky and some people may not like what you have in store. If anything else, you can always use the paper as kindling to start a fire, but ONLY as a last resort. 

23. Sewing Kits

Clothes and other fabric are going to need mending. Sewing kits don’t need to be complicated. Just a couple of needles and thread should be enough to complete the set.

Although sewing kits are viewed as very simple objects nowadays, when the SHTF and people’s clothes start showing the effects of wear and tear, a needle and thread are going to come in really handy!

24. Detergent

Clothes and other fabrics are going to need some cleaning. That’s why detergent is going to be important during TEOTWAWKI.

Detergent comes in two forms: liquid and powder. For easy repacking, go for the powder form.  A little can go a long way.

25. Toilet Paper

Another essential item that people are going to be looking for is going to be toilet paper.

One good thing about toilet paper is that: these items are light. The bad thing is: they are bulky. The great thing about it is: everyone needs it!

So make sure you have it in your stash for trading purposes.

26. Bicycle Repair Kits

In the event that the SHTF, motor vehicles are going to slowly become obsolete, unless of course we’re talking about a huge EMP wave happening then that would mean it’d be an instant destruction of everything that requires an electrical impulse to work.

When this happens, bicycles are going to come back in style whether you like it or not. Bicycles are simple equipment that need little to no preventive maintenance done to it but it does help to have a bicycle repair kit ready should any need arise.

Your bicycle kits should include tire repair items as well as grease to keep your bike on the road. Pliers, screw drivers and wrenches should also be part of your kit to make roadside repairs easy to do. Try to keep your kit small and highly portable to encourage users to trade their items for your kits.

27. Hand Pumps for liquids and dry

Hand pumps are great for when your home’s sump pump suddenly gives out on you and you need to get rid of the rainwater that made its way to your basement. In survival situations you can use hand pumps to make it easier to transfer liquids from one container to another, and this is something that you will be doing a lot during the end times. You can also use it to bring up water from wells, or to drain trenches.

The only problem with hand pumps is that they are quite bulky and heavy, but you can be sure that it will have very high value when SHTF and there is no more electricity to run conventional pumps.

28. Toddler and baby supplies

Parents are always going to do whatever it is they can manage to do to provide for their children. Having these items in stock is going to prove extremely valuable if you come by these people.

Toddler and baby supplies can come in the form of diapers, milk bottles, teething toys and educational toys. These are just some good examples of what to stock up on in the event that the SHTF during our lifetime.

29. Duct Tape

Duct tape, so many people are familiar with this item and the many quick fixes it can perform around the house. Make sure you have enough duct tape in your inventory for your own needs as well as for trading with other people.

Duct tape has become so popular because of the number of people who attest to its strength and qualities.

If and when the SHTF, make sure you have a couple of rolls and you might just get a fairly good trade for it.

30. Plastic Bags of all sizes-garbage and resealable bags

Plastic bags can come in handy when the SHTF. These simple items can help you store food and other belongings and keep them safe from the elements and prolong their natural lives.

Plastic bags are easy to buy off the shelf and store. As long as you keep it in a fairly moderate room temperature, you should be able to have plastic bags that are as strong and durable as the day you bought it.

Some environmentalists may look down on the use of plastic bags but you have to admit that plastic does last longer than paper!

31. Potassium Iodide

Potassium Iodide is given to people who have been exposed to radiation. During TEOTWAWKI, nuclear fallout and the resulting radiation is not far from being possible.

Having Potassium Iodide tablets with you can form as part of your first line of defense to combat radiation sickness. Having these tablets in large quantities can also spell a veritable windfall of wealth for you as people are going to scramble to get some in the event that nuclear war does happen.

Make sure you keep these pills away from moisture or direct sunlight and always take note of their expiration dates. When bartering, make sure you trade these pills away immediately to reduce the risk of wastage on your hands.

32. Warm Clothing

When the SHTF, good shelter may be hard to come by and the weather might also take a turn for the worse. It is during these times that warm clothing is essential.

As basic protection from the elements, this warm clothing can be viewed as essential survival items. Since clothing is considered one of the top things you should secure in the event of a disaster, trading these for other essential items shouldn’t be too hard to do.

33. Condoms

Condoms can also be a very good bartering item since there are many uses you can have for these items.

Aside from the obvious, condoms can also be used to keep certain essential small items free from water damage. Military personnel use condoms as a waterproof container for items like cellphones and other electronics. That should give you an idea of just how important condoms are in the event that SHTF.

34. All forms of Toiletries including feminine products, soap, dental floss etc.

Hygiene may take a back seat when the basic needs for survival have to be attended to, but that does not mean hygiene should entirely be forgotten. When the SHTF, the first things people are going to look for are food and water. Once they have sated their appetites, the next thing that’s going to come to their minds is basic creature comforts.

Having a large inventory of toiletries will allow you to have spares to trade out to other people. Make sure you store these items in room temperature and away from direct sunlight or too much moisture to prolong their lives as well as keep them sanitary.

35. Fuel

Fuel is important not only for vehicles but also to run your generator if you have one. It can also serve as an excellent lighting tool when you need to have a fire going on.

It goes without saying that fuel is going to be an essential barter item which you definitely should have.

36. Latex Free Gloves

Some people are allergic to latex and that’s how latex free gloves came into existence.

Latex free gloves can be used for so many purposes from treating infections to cleaning your surroundings. Using these gloves will lessen the risk of too much unnecessary exposure that could be harmful to you or the next person.

Latex free gloves are often sold in pairs over the counter so you should be able to get your hands on these items easily!

37. Hand tools

The need to make repairs is bound to happen when the SHTF. Basic hand tools are going to come in especially handy during these times.

These can also be valuable trading commodities with other people.

Hand tools that you should definitely have are: hammers, axes, saws, pliers, screwdrivers and wrenches. Although there are specific sizes for these items any person who is good with their hands or in a work area can manage to use these even if they are too big or too small.

Make sure you have the best of the variety so that your items will last long and be ready for usage when the time to make some repairs arrive.

38. Paracord

Paracord used to be exclusively for military use. Eventually it found its way into the hands of civilians. Since paracord serves lots of practical purposes and they are very durable, you should be able to get a good trade for it.

If you want a really good trade to happen, make sure you only trade with people who know the importance of paracord and what it originally costs. This will allow you to stay away from the low-ballers or people who just don’t get the idea that a paracord is so much different than a length of rope.

39. Tie Wraps

Tie wraps are just as important because these items can help you tie down smaller objects or close up plastic bags easily.

You can find these items sold in most hardware supply stores. These items are also relatively cost efficient, so it would be in your best interest to buy in bulk in order to get a huge discount nowadays. This will help you increase the size of your inventory immediately and give you enough rolls of tie wraps to trade as well as for personal use.

40. Pepper Spray

As a basic self-defense item, pepper spray should be on top of your list. You can’t always tote a gun around and you may or may not be physically capable of protecting yourself with your arms and legs.

As a non-lethal self-defense weapon, pepper spray can give you enough time to disable your attacker and run off to safety.

Since many people are going to be afraid for their safety, trading these items in for other valuable goods is going to be easy. And if you think about it, you’ll be equipping these people with a means to defend themselves without having to kill or maim anyone.

41. MRE’s

In the past MRE’s were only available to enlisted men. Nowadays, MRE’s are common items you’d find in camping and hunting shops.

MRE’s last for a very long time and are easy to carry. In the event that there is no food to be found at all, an MRE can provide the sustenance you need to survive for the day.

Although these items have long expiration dates, these should also be included in your list of first things to go out after the perishables are gone.

42. Canned Foods and Dried Foods

Canned foods and dried foods are essential to survival since these types of foods don’t easily spoil.

Basically anything can be canned. Canned foods also include sardines, milk, mushrooms, fruits, vegetables and other greens. There are so many varieties of canned food but to be safe, buy beef or pork. People love beef and pork and they can easily associate canned foods with these two types of meat if you mention you want to trade.

The thing with canned goods though is they are quite bulky and hard to lug around.

43. Knives and Sharpening Tools

Knives and sharpening tools are going to become valuable trading items in the event that the SHTF. Knives are basic items that can help you perform a lot of chores. You can use it to cut up ropes, carve wood and prepare meals. It can also be used for self-defense.

Sharpening tools like whetstones and leather straps can be traded as separate items or packaged with your knife.

44. Buckets

Another basic household item that you might want to get your hands on not only for trading is a bucket.

Buckets are important for storing water and other liquids in them. It is also easier to transport water from one location to another with a bucket.

In the event of rain, you can use several buckets placed in strategic positions to catch most of the water. This can then be used for bathing or watering your plants. If you’re going to use it for drinking water, you might want to boil it first or at least put in some water purification tablets to make sure it is clean enough for human consumption.

Aside from liquids, buckets can be used to carry tools around whenever you need to make repairs. Buckets can also store harvested grains. And last but not the least, as essential tools for reconstruction, buckets can also carry sand, gravel and cement.

These are excellent points that you can raise if ever you’re going to be trading buckets out to other people in the case of SHTF.

45. Reading Glasses

Just because TEOTWAWKI is here doesn’t mean the need for education should stop. People should still continue to read. Books should be in your inventory to trade out for information and educational purposes.

But what if their vision is impaired and they need reading glasses? Good thing you have some in stock!

You can also use the lenses to signal for help, or to help start a fire if you don’t happen to have matches with you.

46. Ammo

TEOTWAWKI doesn’t necessarily have to be painted with doom and gloom. But it can’t hurt to be prepared enough for it.

Stocking up on ammo doesn’t necessarily have to be viewed as an act of paranoia but more of being prepared for any situation. Another thing is that you can use the excess ammo you have for trading with other people.

Now there are different types of ammo based on the caliber of gun your customers have. This means you’ll have to stock up on different types of ammo too.

47. Silver and Gold Coins

Once the SHTF, money isn’t going to matter that much. If there is no government to dictate the value of your paper money, then it will all be useless.

Silver, gold, and other precious metals on the other hand are different. Silver and gold are precious metals that don’t lose their value easily. Make sure you have enough of these babies in store for trading.

Now you have to think long term when it comes to precious metals since silver and gold may not be the top priority on people’s minds when it comes to basic survival. So make sure you save these items for last just in case things go back to normal and people are trading precious metals again.

48. Water Bottles

It’s important to have water bottles around to store water in. Man can survive without food for almost a month, but can only last 3 days at the most without water.

The good thing about water bottles is that they’re basically everywhere. You can buy them off of any store in your locale. You can also save the bottles from mineral water you buy off the shelf for future use.

Water bottles come in many forms too. There are water bottles constructed from aluminum, other metals or plastic.

These items are easy to barter as people may find it unappealing to just use a water bottle they’ve picked up off the ground to store water and drink from. 

Water bottles are easy to store too. There are some varieties of water bottles that have clips on them which make it easier to tote around. There are also some that can retain the original temperature you found your water in whether it is cold or hot.

49. Can Openers

Ever had that experience of having some canned goods you want to open and there’s no can opener in sight? Well, that’s bound to happen once TEOTWAWKI happens.

Having a can opener is going to prove rather convenient if you come by some canned goods or if you have some of them in stock. There are many varieties of can openers from the simple can opener (which are quite hard to use) to the more complex ones that incorporate turning gears (that make opening cans rather effortless) in their simple construction.

Now for people who might want to trade some canned goods with you, they’d also need to have a way of opening these cans easily. Make it easy for them by offering up your inventory on can openers too.

50. Prescription drugs, painkillers, and antibiotics

And last but not the least: prescription drugs, painkillers and antibiotics. These items are essential for continuing life.

The sad thing is, these items have an expiration date.  However, it is usually a lot later than the date actually stamped on the bottle. 

If you have these items in your inventory, you might want to trade these items out first. During the first few months of TEOTWAWKI should be filled with people panic buying to get their hands on some medicines. Take advantage of that situation and deal your stock out.

To have a lasting supply, you can also manufacture your own medicines. You will have to learn some basic pharmaceutical skills to reverse engineer these conventional medicines though. Or you could go the alternative medicine route and find out some natural remedies in and around your immediate surroundings. No matter how you do it, it is in your best interest to have some medicines in hand for personal use and trading purposes.

Conclusion

Thank you again for downloading this book! 

I hope this book was able to help you to learn what the barter system is and better prepare you for when the SHTF. 

The next step is to fill up your inventory with the items listed above and probably train yourself to barter today with some of your friends so that you can perfect your technique of trading items without money involved.

Finally, if you enjoyed this book, then I’d like to ask you for a favor, would you be kind enough to leave a review for this book on Amazon? It’d be greatly appreciated!

Thank you and good luck!

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Chapter 1: Foods That You Need to Have in Your Prepper’s Pantry

When you are choosing foods for your prepper’s pantry, you should choose those that are easy to prepare and will store well. It is important to keep in mind that, in case of an emergency, you may need to rely on your own resources since local stores will likely find their shelves depleted by people panic buying, and the arrival of new supplies may be delayed. How much food you should store depends on where you live and how you think the area will be impacted in case of a disaster. FEMA recommends at least three days, but you might want to put aside enough to last at least a week or even more. Some prepper groups even suggest that you store enough food to last a month or more so that you’ll be prepared for the worst.

Here is a list of foods that should be part of your prepper’s pantry:

·Rice. This is an important staple food that can be used as a base for filling meals when mixed with other food. When considering how much rice to buy, consider the recommendation of the UN World Food Program of 400 grams per day per person, which is good for two meals including other ingredients and provides 2,100 kilocalories daily. You can buy several rice varieties to avoid boring your family, such as jasmine rice, wild rice, short grain Asian rice and basmati rice. If you want a rice option that can be prepared quickly, you can stock up on instant rice but this is not as nutritious as regular rice that has undergone minimal processing.

·Oatmeal. This is another essential staple for providing healthy and filling breakfasts since it is rich in fiber and low in saturated fat. One person will consume around a half-cup of oatmeal per day. In addition, you should also store ingredients to mix with the oatmeal, such as dried fruit, to add flavor and variety.

·Dry cereals. You should keep some of these foods, both for variety and also to prepare for the possibility that the water and power will go out and you will need to have foods that you can eat without cooking or other preparation. One recommended cereal is shredded wheat, since it provides a rich source of energy. However, you should choose the cereal that your family eats.

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Below you’ll find some of my other popular books that are popular on Amazon and Kindle as well.  Simply click on the links below to check them out.  Alternatively, you can visit my author page on Amazon to see other work done by me.

Prepping In The City:  A Beginner's Guide To Prepping In An Urban Environment.

50 Essential Items For Your Bug Out Bag:  The Tools & Things You Need To Survive A Disaster

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