Survivalist Tip: Previously, I mentioned you should stockpile bananas, as they’re a good source of nutrients. But, you also should stockpile apples. Unlike bananas, apples don’t ripen as fast and therefore, last longer. Apples have always had a bad rap, since the “Garden of Eden” scenario in the Christian Bible. But, since the Mayans existed long before the Bible, that rule doesn’t apply here. Although the crab apple is the only type of apple native to North America, there are currently 2,500 varieties grown in the United States. Europeans brought more varieties of apple trees to North America in the 17th century, but since Native Americans adapted quickly to them, that sort of makes up for the whole small pox fiasco and anything Custer did.
More importantly, apples are extremely nutritious. A single apple has about 80 calories and 5 grams of fiber. Apples are also free of fat, sodium and cholesterol. In the chaotic aftermath of the apocalypse, you’ll need a high caloric intake to search for food and fend off predators. You definitely don’t need more fat and sodium in your diet amidst the ruckus. Don’t peel an apple; about 2/3 of the fiber and lots of antioxidants are found in the skin. And, don’t worry about making apple cider and apple pies until things have settled down. You’ll have plenty of time for that later. As long as you all keep your apples in a relatively cool, dark place, they’ll be good for a while. I know there’s a bad joke in that, but I won’t go there.
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