Thursday, April 3, 2014

Purchasing Prepper Food Supplies For Your Household

By Juana Buchanan


It is always important to be prepared for almost anything in this world of disasters and unexpected events. It is suggested that individuals always have a three-month or even a year's worth of food items on hand at all times. Prepper food supplies are those items that are stocked for a household in the case of such an emergency. It could be a natural, man-made or even a financial disaster where you are not able to purchase the items you need to survive for extended periods of time.

You can stock these products yourself if you want to take the time and effort. It does not have to be expensive but it does take some diligence. Every time you visit your local grocer's, make a point of picking up extra basics that have long shelf lives and store them in a safe place.

The best items to build up in your pantry are dry goods that will hold up well over time. These include sugar, cornmeal, nuts, flour, baking powder and soda, coffee, tea, drink powders, salt, nuts, beans and spices. Other items such as packaged mixes, cookies and cereal will not hold up as long but can be used up first.

Canned goods also hold up well, sometimes for a few years. Choose products such as soups, stew, vegetables, milk, jellies and jams, and juices. Peanut butter is also an excellent choice as it is a source of protein and will keep well. Be sure to select foods your family is familiar with and already enjoys so the mealtimes are as normal as absolutely possible during trying times.

The main necessity for survival is always water. Bottled products are always good but larger jugs are easier to handle, clean and store. These receptacles are also better for cooking or cleaning. Carbonated, tonic, flavored or seltzer waters will give your family beverage variety also.

You can purchased already selected and packaged products from various companies that cater to preppers. It can be much more expensive but the items can have extremely long shelf lives - sometimes up to 25 years. The products are usually freeze dried and already stored in containers that are easily stacked and stored. The contents include drink mixes, shake mixes, entrees, desserts, side items, and snacks and consumers can select from the very basic to the most extravagant. They usually also come complete with cooking fuel, water filtration equipment, and basics such as lighters, matches and flatware.

Always maintain a written inventory of everything you have stocked. This can tell you at a glance if the meals you make will be nutritious and well-balanced. Be sure to date and rotate the items especially if you plan on using them on a day-to-day basis. Store all of the stock in a place where moisture, heat, light and pests are not an issue.

Making sure you are well prepared for any scenario is vital in today's society. No matter whether you decide to stock your own items or purchase ready-made kits, you want to ensure that your family is well cared for in time of crises.




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