Survival Without Food

Survival Without Food explores the science behind human endurance during starvation and offers practical survival strategies. The book examines how the body adapts, initially utilizing glucose reserves before transitioning to glycogen, fat, and eventually muscle breakdown. Understanding these metabolic stages is crucial in emergency medicine and for anyone interested in the limits of human physiology. One intriguing fact is the body's ability to enter ketosis, a metabolic state where it uses fat for energy, extending survival time.

The book progresses systematically, beginning with fundamental concepts of energy metabolism and then delves into specific stages like ketosis and organ failure. It highlights environmental factors and details techniques for conserving energy and procuring alternative resources. This fact-based analysis challenges common misconceptions about starvation, providing a scientific basis for survival strategies applicable in wilderness survival and disaster preparedness situations. It emphasizes that while surviving without food is challenging, understanding the body's responses can significantly improve survival odds.

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Дата на публикуване

Е-книга: 15 февруари 2025 г.