Week 3: Packaged Foods

If needed, include pet food, infant supplies including; disposable diapers, disposable bottles, formula, etc. Plan for a minimum three-day supply of food for each family member.

Do not forget any dietary concerns:

• Approximate Cost will vary depending on needs.
• Meal Ready kits cost vary from $3 - $10 per bar/meal and typically have a 5 year shelf life.

Tips:

• Consider cooking needs of foods - Instant Meals are easier to store and prepare.
• As you stock food, take into account your families unique needs and tastes. Try to include foods that they will enjoy and are also high in calories and nutrition.
• Foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking are best.
• Compact portable camping stoves are a great addition to a kit. ** Only use outdoors.

In a crisis, it will be vital that you maintain your strength. So remember:

• Eat at least one well-balanced meal each day.
• Drink enough liquid, preferably water, to enable your body to function properly (two litres a day).
• Take in enough calories to enable you to do any necessary work.
• Include vitamin, mineral and protein supplements in your stockpile to assure adequate nutrition.