12/06/2021 / By Zoey Sky
Protein powder is popular among health enthusiasts because this dietary supplement can help promote weight loss and help you tone your muscles. But protein powder isn’t just for athletes or bodybuilders.
Before SHTF, you should stock up on protein powder so you have access to this versatile ingredient. (h/t to TheSurvivalMom.com)
Every cell in your body contains protein. Protein plays a role in immune health, cell creation and repair, and cell growth and development.
Nine of the amino acids that you need, known as the building blocks of protein, are essential because you can only get them from food.
Protein has an important role in your overall well-being. When SHTF and your mental and physical health is at risk, having protein powder in your stockpile can help ensure that you maintain proper nutrition.
Incorporating protein powder into your diet also offers three benefits:
Protein powder is the powdered form of protein that comes from different sources like plants or eggs. Manufacturers use different processing methods to extract protein components from the source material and dry them to produce the powdered version.
There are two main categories of protein powder: plant-based and animal-based.
They have three common forms:
Plant-based protein powder
If you prefer a plant-based protein powder, your options include hemp, pea, peanut, rice and soy. Note that only soy protein powder contains all nine essential amino acids.
Animal-based protein powder
Animal-based protein powder is made from casein, collagen, egg white and whey.
Both plant- and animal-based protein powders are available in different flavors. Some flavors, like chocolate or strawberry, can be used for baking or for pancakes.
When buying protein powder, avoid products that include filler and additives.
Protein powder should be part of your preps for several reasons:
Not sure how to use protein powder? Try these suggestions:
The shelf life of protein powder varies, but it can last nine months or more in your stockpile. Protein powder will last longer depending on the additives.
Always check the date on your containers and rotate your supplies to prevent food waste. (Related: Food supply tips: Survival foods that will last longer as powder.)
Protein powders are low-moisture products. When stored unopened under the right conditions, you don’t have to worry about bacterial growth. However, once opened, protein powder will be exposed to air and moisture, so its quality will gradually decrease. If your stock smells or tastes bad, get rid of it.
Protein powder is generally safe for consumption, but here are some things to consider if you’re not used to consuming this supplement:
If you’re interested in adding protein powder to your survival stockpile, try it out first before buying in bulk.
Purchase some small containers and experiment with recipes your family likes. If you like them and there are no adverse reactions, learn new recipes to boost your intake of protein.
Just like how preppers only store food that their family likes to eat, you should only stock up on enough protein powder that you know your family can consume after SHTF. Try different flavors and learn how to make desserts or savory dishes with flavored protein powder.
Once you’ve found products or flavors that your family prefers, stock up on protein powder before SHTF.
Visit FoodStorage.news to learn more about other items you should stock up on before disaster strikes.
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