Five Foods I No Longer Store for Long-Term Survival and Their Replacements

Hi, it's Alaska Granny. Today, I want to share with you five foods that I no longer store for long-term emergencies. I'll explain why I stopped storing them and what alternatives I use instead. 1. Brown Rice Brown rice is nutritious, delicious, and versatile, but it contains oils that can go rancid over time. While it's great for short-term storage, for the longest-lasting food storage, I recommend white rice. White rice can last for decades when stored properly, ensuring you have safe and edible food in an emergency. I recently made a video on a lentil brown rice meal in a jar—check it out for ideas on using brown rice. 2. Egg Noodles Egg noodles contain eggs, which can spoil and go rotten over time. Although they are perfect for various dishes like casseroles and stroganoff, they need to be used within a couple of years. For long-term storage, stick to regular pasta like macaroni noodles, which are made from flour and water and can last indefinitely. Always st...