Be Prepared: 16 Must-Have Survival Foods: Put Them In Your Pantry Now

Survival Food 7: Dried Fruit

These are great for snack time. Not only do they provide the same essential nutrients that fresh fruit would provide, you also get a healthy dose of fiber, potassium as well as energy.

Survival Food 8: Nuts Or Trail Mix

When you need a quick energy boost, just help yourself to some nuts and trail mix. Again, as with the cereal, try to get the single serving packages.

Survival Food 9: Granola Or Energy Bars

As the title suggests, these are a good source of quick energy. In most cases, each bar also has a healthy mix of carbohydrates and protein.

Survival Food 10: Pasteurized Or Powdered Milk

Calcium and Vitamin D, especially for the kids will come from this type of milk as it is non-perishable and does not have to be stored in your fridge.

Survival Food 11: Canned Juices

In particular, the kind that you find in those small tetra paks with the straw attached to the back of the box. In the absence of fresh fruit, these will provide the required nutrients.

Survival Food 12: Vitamins

Although not really ‘food’ per se, it is still a vital addition to your survival foods list, as just one pill a day can provide all the nutrients you need.