You never know when disaster will strike, so it’s important to be prepared for any emergency. Here are some of the many reasons why you should stock up on food for emergency:
- You can’t count on the government to help you in a crisis—and it may take them some time to get there if they do.
- It’s always good to have backup supplies in case of natural disasters or other emergencies that could disrupt your normal life for an extended period of time.
- During a crisis, grocery stores may not be able to restock quickly enough to meet demand or they may run out altogether due to high demand and low supply (especially if there are major storms).
Basic Essentials For Emergency Kits
And while it’s important to keep your pantry stocked with the basics, there are some items that you might want to consider adding to your list if you’re planning on stocking up in case of an emergency. Here are some things you might want to consider:
- Water is obviously a must-have for any emergency kit—but don’t forget about water purification tablets! These can help make sure that the water in your emergency kit stays clean enough for drinking purposes (and not just for flushing toilets).
- Foods that don’t require refrigeration can be helpful because they’ll last longer without power. Think canned goods like beans and veggies, dried fruits and nuts, cereal, or mre.
Stock Up On MREs For Convenience
MREs, or meals ready-to-eat, are self-contained meals that provide a full day’s worth of nutrition for soldiers in the field. They are lightweight and can be eaten hot or cold, so they’re easily transported and consumed by soldiers on the move.
MREs are designed to be eaten cold or heated up in boiling water, which means they’re perfect for situations where you need to eat without a kitchen! They come in cases with multiple meals, and each case is sealed to prevent moisture from getting in and ruining your food. Each meal comes with a main dish like meatloaf or chicken tetrazzini, plus sides like mashed potatoes or beans and rice—and even dessert!
In addition to being tasty and convenient, MREs are also nutritious: each one contains about 600 calories (although some have more), along with vitamins A, C and B12; calcium; iron; zinc; potassium; selenium; niacinamide (B3); riboflavin (B2); thiamine mononitrate (B1); folic acid; protein; fat-free milk powder plus vitamins A & D.
MREs are a great way to get the most out of your camping trip. They’re lightweight and easy to pack, so you can take them with you on any hike or canoe trip without worrying about ruining your load. Their compact size also makes them easy to store in your car or tent, so you never have to worry about forgetting something essential at home.
If you’re looking for an easy way to make sure you have all the essentials covered while camping out in the wilderness or as part of your emergency food ration; MREs are definitely worth checking out!