06/29/2019 / By Zoey Sky
Preppers who are new to food storage can get overwhelmed because of all the planning required for this task. But like other elements of prepping, you can get started by deciding on your goal – like how much food to keep in your stockpile. (h/t to SurvivalistPrepper.net)
You don’t have to spend all of your money on your food stockpile, especially if your budget is already allocated for other necessities. Start small by buying several cans of extra food while grocery shopping. In time, you’ll have enough for your stockpile.
The items listed in this article will help you maximize your budget and the effort you put into organizing your food stockpile.
Buy food with a longer expiration date and rotate your supplies to avoid spoilage. It’s nice to have food with a 25-year shelf life in your pantry, but it’s not necessary. If you eat what you store and replace what you consume, pantry foods with a best-by date of one to three years will do.
To save money on your food stockpile, store items that your family won’t mind eating even for several days (or weeks) in a row.
You may need to stock up on easy-to-cook meals if your area is prone to long-term power outages. Even if you rarely experience blackouts, it’s a good idea to have access to ingredients that can be used to make meals without needing too many resources like fire or electricity.
The average person needs at least 2,000 calories per day to keep up his or her energy.
These 10 foods are high in calories, so consider stocking up on them in case SHTF and you need to keep up your strength:
In a long-term disaster scenario, you may have to worry about having enough protein, as well as calories, carbohydrates, and fats to keep up your strength and ensure your survival.
However, in a short-term survival event, you should eat foods high in essential nutrients instead.
This food group includes ingredients that can be used to make different meals, like beans, canned food (e.g., fruits, meat, or vegetables), pasta, or rice. You can experiment with easy recipes and learn which ones your family likes, then stock up on the items you used for these family favorites.
You may also stock up on condiments like ketchup, mustard, sauces, and various herbs and spices. When SHTF, use these ingredients to make comforting, filling meals that can boost everyone’s morale.
Not all survival scenarios involve power blackouts, but it won’t hurt to have ready-to-eat foods that don’t require refrigeration, just in case.
These foods aren’t always nutritious, but everyone needs some comfort food, especially during a long-term disaster situation. Stock up on common favorites like candy, chocolates, coffee, tea, and treats for your pets.
When planning the items to stockpile, consider these factors.
These tips may help you develop a well-rounded food storage plan that will keep your whole family fed during both short-term and long-term SHTF scenarios.
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