In a society that is geared towards instant gratification, the problem with non-processed food is that it isn’t “quick”. One of the major reasons that people give for eating processed foods over whole foods is that “I needed something quick.” Don’t let your need for speed sidetrack your healthy eating habits. If you are a prepper, it’s especially important in a disaster situation to have food that you can turn to for quick nutrition. In a grid-down situation, foods that don’t require cooking can be especially vital. Some people make the mistake of relying on long-term storage foods that require…
Author: Daisy Luther
Daisy Luther
Daisy Luther is a freelance writer and editor. Her website, The Organic Prepper, offers information on healthy prepping, including premium nutritional choices, general wellness and non-tech solutions. You can follow Daisy on Facebook and Twitter, and you can email her at [email protected] - See more at: http://www.theorganicprepper.ca/about-daisy
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As a parent, sometimes I’ve asked my kids to do things they don’t want to do. (Haven’t we all?) The biggest key to their success in the endeavor is their attitude. Scenario #1: Me: Kiddo, it’s time to swap your winter clothes for your spring clothes. Please go through your closet, sort through your winter clothes and get rid of the stuff that’s too small or that you don’t want anymore. Kiddo: I don’t want to! I hate this! It’s not fair!!! Kiddo goes through the closet, angrily shoving things in a garbage bag without taking a good hard look…