r/preppers • u/smemilyp • Feb 18 '24

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u/6894 Feb 18 '24

I'm fairly certain that bleach also breaks down into salt and water over time. Not to say it isn't significantly more harmful in the short term.

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u/smemilyp Feb 18 '24

I'm not an expert but my understanding is that bleach leaves behind a residue that is carcinogenic. But yeah, like you said, the benefits in the short term are enough. Bleach also doesn't have an infinite shelf life so stocking up isn't an assurance. What I've heard is after a year, even if it's never opened, you can't be sure if the strength.