{"id":1105,"date":"2023-10-02T08:33:26","date_gmt":"2023-10-02T14:33:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bridensolutions.ca\/BridenAcademy\/?p=1105"},"modified":"2023-11-21T15:46:34","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T22:46:34","slug":"10-things-to-consider-for-your-emergency-food-storage-a-comprehensive-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bridensolutions.ca\/BridenAcademy\/10-things-to-consider-for-your-emergency-food-storage-a-comprehensive-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things to Have In Your Emergency Food Storage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here are 10 suggestions on choosing the right foods for your emergency food storage:<\/p>\n

1. Non-Perishable is the Name of the Game:<\/h4>\n

When we talk about non-perishable foods, we mean items that won’t spoil or go bad easily. During an emergency, you may not have the luxury of refrigeration, so you need foods that can sit on your pantry shelf or in your emergency kit for an extended period without deteriorating.<\/p>\n

For example, each of these food items<\/a> come in #10 cans for long term storage, and there is a wide variety of items across all of the food groups. Vacuum-sealed packages and other canned goods are also excellent choices. These can last for years (check best before\/expiry dates), ensuring your family has sustenance when you need it most.<\/p>\n

Freeze dried vs dehydrated – see this<\/a> article to learn more about the difference and pro’s and con’s.<\/p>\n

2. Nutrition Matters:<\/h4>\n

Emergency situations can be physically demanding and stressful. That’s why\"colorful\u00a0it’s important to stock foods that provide essential nutrients to keep your energy levels up and maintain overall health.<\/p>\n

Take a look at Canada’s Food Guide<\/a> for specific recommendations. Just remember in your planning that living off protein bars alone may not have a wide enough variety of nutrients to be physically healthy.<\/p>\n

Nutrition by definition is a fundamental aspect of human physiology and plays a critical role in maintaining and optimizing health throughout life . What does that mean? We need balanced nutrition to grow, to feel and be healthy, and to prevent (for some people) being “hangry”.<\/p>\n

PRO TIP: Consider including vitamin and mineral supplements to ensure you’re meeting your nutritional needs, especially if the emergency situation lasts an extended period.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

3. Balanced Diet, Even in a Crisis:<\/h4>\n

Balance may vary depending on individual dietary needs, age, activity level, and health goals. Consider these elements in your individual planning:<\/p>\n