Honey The No-Brainer Food For Your Prepper Stockpile
While canned goods and freeze-dried meals often top the list of most preppers, there's one natural, age-old food item that should not be forgotten. And that food is honey. This golden nectar isn't just a sweet treat; it's a super-food with properties that make it a valuable resource in the face of disaster. Here's why honey should be a staple in your end-of-the-world stockpile, and I will come right out and say it. If you are prepping and you don't stockpile lots of honey you are making a huge mistake.
Any food item on your prepping stockpile list might not be on somebody else's list, and that is fine. But honey, no honey must be on ever preppers list. There are no exceptions.
Why, you may ask? For three main reasons. Longevity, hard to get post apocalypse sweetner and for 100% legit medicinal properties. More on that later.
Let's look at the first reason, longevity. In ancient Egyptian tombs, archaeologists have found containers of honey that are almost 3,000 years old and they were still perfectly edible. This extraordinary longevity is due to honey's unique composition: its low water content and high acidity create an inhospitable environment for bacteria and microorganisms. As a result, honey can last indefinitely if stored properly in a sealed container away from direct sunlight. Compare that to the state shelf life of most prepackaged prepper food with 25 year shelf lives and you can see there is no comparison.
The second reason is because honey is a healthy sweetener. Ideally you will be able to provide meat and vegetables well before the 25 year shelf life of survival foods tap out. However, with sweeteners it might be a bit harder to provide as much honey as you would want. So, why not stockpile a shit ton of it now? When things go South you will never think you stockpiled too much honey.
The third reason is honey actually has uses as medicine. I am not going to cover that in this article. If you want to know more about honeys medicinal uses you can hop on over to this article I already wrote on the subject. (Medicinal Honey)
Those the big three reasons I think make honey one of the most important prepping items to stockpile, but there are other reasons as well. For example, honey isn't just a sweetener it is loaded with essential nutrients. Honey contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, including B, C, calcium, iron and magnesium. The natural sugars in honey—primarily fructose and glucose—provide a quick source of energy, which is crucial when other food sources may be scarce.
Sugars may be the bane of modern diets, but once the electricity goes out it will be a big plus to have around. There is a reason we crave our sugar. This is because it is naturally scarce in the wild. Additionally, honey contains antioxidants and compounds that support overall health and immune function.
It becomes critical to be self-sufficient in a survival situation. Honey is a renewable food supply if you are able to raise bees. In addition to providing honey, beekeeping aids in pollination, which is necessary for the growth of fruits and vegetables. Having a stockpile of honey can ensure that you're prepared for prolonged periods without access to fresh food. If you want to learn how to maintain colonies of bees to produce your own honey, I have that information already in an article you can view here. Raising Bees
The psychological impact of familiar flavors can be tremendous during times of crisis. When all else seems unclear, honey can provide solace and consistency. Its deep flavor can give otherwise boring meals a much-needed lift to morale.
To maximize honey's longevity, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Avoid contaminating the honey with water or other substances, as this can compromise its quality. For large quantities, consider using food-grade containers to maintain freshness. Never give to babies less than one year old!
If your honey ever crystallizes warming it in a pot of water slowly uncovered will dissolve it again.
Incorporating honey into your emergency supplies will not only add a sweet touch, but it will also guarantee that you have a durable and adaptable food supply for when things become hard. Let honey be your golden reserve as you get ready for anything that might come your way.
Any food item on your prepping stockpile list might not be on somebody else's list, and that is fine. But honey, no honey must be on ever preppers list. There are no exceptions.
Let's look at the first reason, longevity. In ancient Egyptian tombs, archaeologists have found containers of honey that are almost 3,000 years old and they were still perfectly edible. This extraordinary longevity is due to honey's unique composition: its low water content and high acidity create an inhospitable environment for bacteria and microorganisms. As a result, honey can last indefinitely if stored properly in a sealed container away from direct sunlight. Compare that to the state shelf life of most prepackaged prepper food with 25 year shelf lives and you can see there is no comparison.
The second reason is because honey is a healthy sweetener. Ideally you will be able to provide meat and vegetables well before the 25 year shelf life of survival foods tap out. However, with sweeteners it might be a bit harder to provide as much honey as you would want. So, why not stockpile a shit ton of it now? When things go South you will never think you stockpiled too much honey.
The third reason is honey actually has uses as medicine. I am not going to cover that in this article. If you want to know more about honeys medicinal uses you can hop on over to this article I already wrote on the subject. (Medicinal Honey)
Those the big three reasons I think make honey one of the most important prepping items to stockpile, but there are other reasons as well. For example, honey isn't just a sweetener it is loaded with essential nutrients. Honey contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, including B, C, calcium, iron and magnesium. The natural sugars in honey—primarily fructose and glucose—provide a quick source of energy, which is crucial when other food sources may be scarce.
Sugars may be the bane of modern diets, but once the electricity goes out it will be a big plus to have around. There is a reason we crave our sugar. This is because it is naturally scarce in the wild. Additionally, honey contains antioxidants and compounds that support overall health and immune function.
It becomes critical to be self-sufficient in a survival situation. Honey is a renewable food supply if you are able to raise bees. In addition to providing honey, beekeeping aids in pollination, which is necessary for the growth of fruits and vegetables. Having a stockpile of honey can ensure that you're prepared for prolonged periods without access to fresh food. If you want to learn how to maintain colonies of bees to produce your own honey, I have that information already in an article you can view here. Raising Bees
The psychological impact of familiar flavors can be tremendous during times of crisis. When all else seems unclear, honey can provide solace and consistency. Its deep flavor can give otherwise boring meals a much-needed lift to morale.
To maximize honey's longevity, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Avoid contaminating the honey with water or other substances, as this can compromise its quality. For large quantities, consider using food-grade containers to maintain freshness. Never give to babies less than one year old!
If your honey ever crystallizes warming it in a pot of water slowly uncovered will dissolve it again.
Incorporating honey into your emergency supplies will not only add a sweet touch, but it will also guarantee that you have a durable and adaptable food supply for when things become hard. Let honey be your golden reserve as you get ready for anything that might come your way.
