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72-hour emergency food kits compared by real calories

Which 3-day kits give you the most food for your money, and which fall short of 2,000 calories a day.

How much emergency food does a family of 4 need for 2 weeks?

The calorie math for a two-week household supply, and the cheapest kits that cover it.

Mountain House vs ReadyWise: real cost per day

The two best-known brands, matched by kit size and compared per 2,000 calories.

Servings vs calories

Why "1-month supply" can mislead, with real examples.