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Choosing and Storing Foods for Disaster Survival

Choosing and storing foods for disaster survival is critical because of the possibility of being stranded with no way to purchase needed supplies for days on end.  There are prepackaged survival food kits available, but with a little thought you can have everyday favorites on hand to add variety to meals.  This will help raise everyones spirits as well.  As you stock up on foods take into consideration anyone in the family who has special dietary needs.

Water is your first priority.  It is recommended that there be a one week supply of food and water.  Allow about one gallon of water per person per day for tooth brushing, washing up and cooking.   You will need about 28 gallons for a family of four.  Store your water in sturdy containers, preferably glass, rotating and using it regularly so that it remains fresh.

Milk is an important item to include.  Even though the electricity may be out, you will find milk in new types of cartons that need no refrigeration and has a long shelf life.  As you gather your disaster survival foods note the expiration dates and use and replace the items regularly to keep them fresh.  The milk can be used for cooking and for cereals, which are vitamin fortified to provide extra nourishment.  Powdered milk is OK, but it uses some of your precious store of water.

Make a list so you can include your favorite canned fruits and vegetables.  Pick a variety of colorful and sweet fruits like peaches, pears and mandarin oranges to satisfy the need for something sweet.  Staple vegetables like green beans (even spicy pinto beans), peas, potatoes contain vitamins necessary to keep up everyones strength.  Canned items can be eaten cold if there is no stove available and no way to start a fire.  Soups are important and canned meats, tuna, beef stew will all round out the menus you can create.  Some foods that are too high in calories or fat for everyday use are good for short term survival situations because they supply extra energy and feel wonderfully decadent in trying times.

Snacks are important disaster survival foods that help to keep up spirits between meals.  Select some junk snacks, potato chips, pretzels, nuts and dried foods and trail mix that all store well.  The vitamin fortified cereals work as a snack and are also good for you.  Be sure and include salt and pepper and small amounts of your favorite spices to dress up meals.  Dried articles such as pasta, beans or rice should be used sparingly because they all take large amounts of water to prepare and you need to watch your water supply to make sure you have enough to drink. These items are also available in the canned food section of the grocery store.

Keep a list of your foods for disaster survival,  post it on the wall of the storage area and check it often for content and expiration dates.  This will keep you content knowing you are prepared for whatever comes.

If i eat a pb&j will it mess up my exercise?

Breakfast:
90 calorie Special K cereal bar

**jogged a mile**
**did ab work outs**

lunch:
turkey & cheese on whole wheat
jell-o 100 calorie pudding

**went for another jog, 1 mile**

Dinner:
vegetables & grilled chicken on rice

snack:
trail mix bar D:

i am craving a peanut butter & jelly sandwhich, but i don't want to mess up my exercise! so do you think it will mess it up?
i'm trying to loose 15 lbs by the end of May.

~p.s. if you post "try acai berry" or "home remedies" i'll report you immediately!~
thanks!
"♥happy♥" i'm not gonna go make a milkshake. you say pb&j is bad, but then you suggested a milkshake? wtc?
oops, i meant i ate peaches, not a 100 calorie jell-o. haha, that was yesterday, my b.

It's actually called a diet.....but um not really....but if it was me I think it would be best if you ate something much more healthier and low in calories other than peanut butter.....like an apple bananas, basically fruits and vegetables....and while your at it make a fruit smoothie or a milkshake....don't forget that is good to treat yourself with something evey once and a while but don't binge out. Well Good Luck...and You Could do it!!! : )

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