I never thought I’d find myself delving into the world of survival foods—let alone making them—but life has a funny way of throwing you curveballs. A few weeks ago, while scrolling through the internet, I came across The Lost Survival Foods guide. To be honest, I was initially skeptical. A food guide that promises to teach you how to make survival foods that were once used by our ancestors? It sounded like something straight out of a post-apocalyptic movie. But the prepper side of me was curious (and let’s be real, I’ve always had a fascination with ‘surviving the end of days’ scenarios).
So, I decided to give it a shot. The $37 guide promised to teach me how to prepare long-lasting, nutritious meals that could withstand just about anything—from natural disasters to an unexpected zombie apocalypse. I figured it wouldn’t hurt to add some survival skills to my repertoire (plus, I could impress my friends by making “survival” food at dinner parties).
Getting Started: It’s Not Just About Canned Beans
When I opened the guide, I was immediately surprised. It wasn’t a typical “throw some beans in a can and wait” kind of thing. Instead, it gave me detailed instructions on how to make unique survival foods using ingredients that were commonplace centuries ago—like hardtack, pemmican, and herbal teas that could be made from plants found in your backyard.
The first recipe I tried was pemmican, an energy-packed mixture of dried meat, fat, and berries. I won’t lie—it looked like something you might find in the bottom of your hiking backpack after a long trip, but the taste was surprisingly good! After eating a small portion, I felt like I could conquer the wilderness (or at least survive a power outage with some dignity).
What really got me excited was learning how to store these foods for the long term. The guide explained how to properly preserve them, ensuring that they could last for years. My first attempt at sealing food for long-term storage felt a bit like a DIY project gone rogue, but hey, if I’m ever stuck in an emergency situation, I know I’ll have some solid rations on hand.
The Hardtack Experience: A Chewy Adventure
Next up: hardtack. If you’ve ever wondered what soldiers from centuries ago survived on during long marches, it’s this dense, dry biscuit. It’s not for the faint of heart—or those who enjoy flavor in their food. Honestly, it’s like eating a brick that has somehow forgotten it’s supposed to be food. But, it’s efficient. Once I got past the initial shock of chewing something that felt like a mini construction project, I realized that it’s a genius survival food. It’s practically indestructible and can provide sustenance for weeks or even months when stored properly.
What I learned through this experience was that survival food isn’t just about enduring hardship—it’s about ingenuity. These foods may not be gourmet, but they can sustain you when everything else falls apart. Plus, I got to feel a little like Bear Grylls in the process, which was a nice ego boost.
The Real Perks: Beyond the Apocalypse
While The Lost Survival Foods is packed with practical, survival-centric meals, what truly surprised me was how useful these recipes could be in day-to-day life. Sure, I might not be preparing for a full-blown disaster (yet), but having these foods in my pantry gives me a sense of comfort. Imagine having a stash of hearty, nutritious food ready for a winter storm, or just those days when you forget to go grocery shopping.
Even more impressively, these foods are actually delicious—once you get over the “this might save my life” mentality. The pemmican, when paired with some fresh herbs or a little honey, becomes a surprisingly tasty snack. The hardtack, while not something I’ll be serving at dinner parties anytime soon, has its place in a survival situation, or as an emergency snack for hiking.
Is It Worth It?
Here’s the bottom line: The Lost Survival Foods guide is not just about learning to survive a disaster—it’s about learning to be resourceful, prepared, and self-sufficient. It’s about gaining a skill set that’s surprisingly rewarding and maybe a little quirky (I mean, who doesn’t want to say they’ve made pemmican from scratch?).
For $37, it’s an investment in both practicality and peace of mind. The guide is clear, easy to follow, and surprisingly enjoyable. I honestly didn’t expect to get so much out of it, but after reconditioning a few old cans and sealing some food for storage, I now feel like I’m ready for anything (except maybe eating an entire hardtack biscuit in one sitting).
Would I recommend it? Absolutely. Whether you’re a prepper looking to expand your skills or someone who just wants to add some survival knowledge to your repertoire, The Lost Survival Foods is worth checking out. Plus, who doesn’t love a good survival story? The next time there’s a storm coming, I’ll be the one confidently pulling out my homemade pemmican and hardtack, ready to face whatever the world throws at me—with a snack in hand.