June 1st marks the start of hurricane season and preparing is vital for Floridians. Preparations when the storm is upon us can include filling sandbags, boarding up windows, checking insurance coverage, refilling medications, and the oh-so-stressful grocery store run. But did you know that there are things you can do to prepare at the start of the season? Creating a stock of shelf-stable foods and emergency supplies can help to reduce the stress around storm season.
Listed below are common food items that are generally shelf-stable and require little to no cooking. Keep in mind any dietary restrictions or specifications that must be followed, like reduced sodium, fat, or sugar. Canned and shelf-stable foods generally have preservatives in them that increase the sodium content. Additionally, we have listed tools and supplies to consider keeping on hand for cooking and food preparation and other items for general preparedness. Dry Food/snacks:
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Remember to stay up-to-date on weather and disaster updates as we enter this 5-6 month storm season. This hurricane season is projected to be a busy one, so follow us on Facebook @JaxNephrology for any updates on office closures and other pertinent information. As always, stay safe and healthy! Comments are closed.
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