"Premade emergency food supplies are an option"- They certainly are an option, though the nutrition is generally pretty poor, as is the cost per calorie, as is the quality and taste of the food. They seem to be marketed to people who are looking for an easy way to check off a fear from their list. While I understand the market, I would estimate a trip to a bulk food supplier or other discount retail store that sells in bulk might address those concerns even if products are not all labeled specifically for emergencies.
In estimating the optimal food storage, I'd suggest also considering:
Psychological advantages of being overstocked- if you have three month's
"Premade emergency food supplies are an option"- They certainly are an option, though the nutrition is generally pretty poor, as is the cost per calorie, as is the quality and taste of the food. They seem to be marketed to people who are looking for an easy way to check off a fear from their list. While I understand the market, I would estimate a trip to a bulk food supplier or other discount retail store that sells in bulk might address those concerns even if products are not all labeled specifically for emergencies.
In estimating the optimal food storage, I'd suggest also considering:
- Psychological advantages of being overstocked- if you have three month's
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