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Emergency Preparedness with Nutrient Dense Foods EP015

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It’s not a matter of if, but rather when you will encounter an emergency situation. And if you suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance, it is incredibly important that you are prepared with the appropriate supplies you will need to endure a hurricane, earthquake, blizzard, or other disaster.

Nadine teaches you how to stock your cupboards with nutrient dense foods should you need to shelter in place for an extended period of time. She also outlines other essentials you will need to stay alive and assist others who may need help!

What’s Discussed:

Nadine’s experience responding to Hurricane Katrina

  • People were unprepared
  • FEMA provided only cheap filler foods

Why it’s important to stock nutrient dense foods in case of emergency

  • Alleviates stress
  • Allows you to feed yourself for a period of time

Nadine’s list of nutrient dense foods to stock

  • Protein bars
  • Gelatin
  • Jerky (without soy, teriyaki sauce)
  • Canned tuna, sardines
  • Canned chicken, turkey
  • Protein powder
  • Seaweed
  • Nuts
  • Pumpkin seed butter
  • Chocolate bars (80-100% cocoa, no milk)
  • Many more! Listen for the full list!

How to cope with a loss of electricity

  • Consume foods stored in freezer first
  • Prioritize eating perishables

The importance of being self-reliant during a time of emergency

  • Helps you avoid overburdened hospitals and clinics

Other essentials to have on hand in case of emergency

  • Multi-vitamins
  • Prescription medications (keep list in wallet/purse)
  • Can opener
  • Heat source (paper, wood)
  • Sleeping bags, pillows and blankets
  • Flashlights w/ working batteries
  • Extra batteries
  • Socks and shoes
  • First aid kit
  • Waterproof containers
  • Gluten free shampoos, lotions
  • Extra contact lenses and solution/glasses
  • Cash
  • Pet food

How to obtain water if forced to shelter in place

  • Utilize water heater
Resources Mentioned:

Country Life Vitamins

Road ID

Connect with Nadine:

Instagram

Facebook

Contact via Email

Books by Nadine:

Dough Nation: A Nurse's Memoir of Celiac Disease from Missed Diagnosis to Food and Health Activism

  continue reading

74 episodes

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Manage episode 174682092 series 1325080
Content provided by Nadine Grzeskowiak and RN BSN CEN. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Nadine Grzeskowiak and RN BSN CEN or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

It’s not a matter of if, but rather when you will encounter an emergency situation. And if you suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance, it is incredibly important that you are prepared with the appropriate supplies you will need to endure a hurricane, earthquake, blizzard, or other disaster.

Nadine teaches you how to stock your cupboards with nutrient dense foods should you need to shelter in place for an extended period of time. She also outlines other essentials you will need to stay alive and assist others who may need help!

What’s Discussed:

Nadine’s experience responding to Hurricane Katrina

  • People were unprepared
  • FEMA provided only cheap filler foods

Why it’s important to stock nutrient dense foods in case of emergency

  • Alleviates stress
  • Allows you to feed yourself for a period of time

Nadine’s list of nutrient dense foods to stock

  • Protein bars
  • Gelatin
  • Jerky (without soy, teriyaki sauce)
  • Canned tuna, sardines
  • Canned chicken, turkey
  • Protein powder
  • Seaweed
  • Nuts
  • Pumpkin seed butter
  • Chocolate bars (80-100% cocoa, no milk)
  • Many more! Listen for the full list!

How to cope with a loss of electricity

  • Consume foods stored in freezer first
  • Prioritize eating perishables

The importance of being self-reliant during a time of emergency

  • Helps you avoid overburdened hospitals and clinics

Other essentials to have on hand in case of emergency

  • Multi-vitamins
  • Prescription medications (keep list in wallet/purse)
  • Can opener
  • Heat source (paper, wood)
  • Sleeping bags, pillows and blankets
  • Flashlights w/ working batteries
  • Extra batteries
  • Socks and shoes
  • First aid kit
  • Waterproof containers
  • Gluten free shampoos, lotions
  • Extra contact lenses and solution/glasses
  • Cash
  • Pet food

How to obtain water if forced to shelter in place

  • Utilize water heater
Resources Mentioned:

Country Life Vitamins

Road ID

Connect with Nadine:

Instagram

Facebook

Contact via Email

Books by Nadine:

Dough Nation: A Nurse's Memoir of Celiac Disease from Missed Diagnosis to Food and Health Activism

  continue reading

74 episodes

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