Nutrient Survival has come on the market with a huge variety of freeze dried products. These aren’t your everyday freeze dried products. They label them as “Special Ops Grade.” Essentially, Nutrient Survival enhances the food with a plethora of essential nutrients. I received a variety of food options from them, all tasted pretty good.
When you’re looking into freeze dried food, you essentially want something that lasts a long time. Nutrient Survival has just that. Most of their products have a shelf life of 25 years. Some of the more “grab and go” foods like their Chocolate Crunch bars and similar items are good for 18 months. They will still be edible after that time, the flavor and consistency may be a little off. Some of the food is Gluten-Free too.
One of the big reasons I would choose Nutrient Survival is their “Special Ops Grade Nutrition.” What does this mean to you? Nutrient Survival has packed all of their food with 40 essential nutrients including 14 vitamins, 14 minerals, 9 Amino Acids (Protein), Omega-3s, Omega-6s and fiber. This is enough to meet the US military's requirements for Special Operations. But why would anyone care? Well, you will have everything, nutritionally, that you need for your body to function properly.
Nutrient Survival sent me a bunch of different types and styles of their food. Some are the “grab and go” style, others are the “add hot water” style. All tasted pretty good. Some were outstanding, and one of the drinks was just so-so. Following, I’ll explain what I received and my thoughts about them:
If you like lasagna, you’ll like this. I mixed it as per the instructions and it came out perfect. The only downside is that the consistency isn’t like a square piece of lasagna, it’s more like you mixed it up. It’s dehydrated food, so I expected this. 1 package or 1 serving equals 1 meal. It is soy free.
This is beans, rice, peppers, and southwest spices. Also very tasty with a hint of kick. I really liked this, it’s great for breakfast. Mixed as per instructions and it came out great. 1 package or serving equals 1 meal. This is gluten free and soy free.
If you’re used to eating cereal for breakfast, this is one of Nutrient Survivals' choices. Pour some milk over it and eat away. This is just as good, if not better than the name brand of this type. You can eat in plain if you like also. I was surprised at how well it filled me up. 1 package or serving equals 1 meal and is gluten free.
As it says, this is macaroni and cheese. They use a 3 cheese blend that tastes pretty good. It takes a little experimentation to get the consistency how you like it. If not enough water, it can be a little chewy, too much water and it becomes soupy. The instructional amount is a good starting place. It also kid of turns into a little bit of mush, but still has some texture to it. 1 package or serving equals 1 meal and is soy free.
This is Nutrient Survivals hydration drink. It is not a meal like the rest of the stuff, it is to help hydration, focus, and muscle repair. Just mix the packet with 12-14 ounces of cold water and shake. I actually found the normal 16 9 ounce bottles worked well with this. Out of all the ones here, this is my least favorite. It just doesn’t have a very good flavor. I hear the mixed berry flavor is better, but I haven’t tried it to see. It is gluten free and soy free.
The name says it all. These are chewy cookies, not the crunchy kind. Really good flavor, some might say a little salty. Also great for throwing in a bag for a quick meal. 2 cookies equals 1 meal and is gluten free.
These are kind of like a chocolate rice crispy bar. Not near as sweet, but I really liked the flavor. Great to throw in a hiking bag or for trips to the range. These are very chewy when cold, much better if left in the sun for a bit. 1 bar equals 1 meal and is gluten free.
If you are into food prepping, or just needing something to take hunting or camping, Nutrient Survival is a really good option. With their #10 cans, or their single packs, the variety is there for any option. I would definitely check out Nutrient Survival for all your hunting, prepping, camping, or just snacking needs. The food is great and nutritious.
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Claim to Fame:
Special Ops grade Freeze Dried food, that tastes good
Target Market:
Campers, Hunters, Preppers, or anyone wanting long term food storage
FNBs (Features & Benefits of this product):
40 essential nutrients
14 vitamins
14 minerals
9 Amino Acids (Protein)
Omega-3s
Omega-6s
Fiber
Up to a 25 year shelf life
Gluten Free Options
What other aesthetic options or finishes are available?
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What others are saying?:
Very convenient, filling and pretty tasty - 5/5 Stars
Very good! Easy to fix and tastes very good. Really like the fact that so many vitamins and minerals are in every serving.
Optimized emergency rations - 5/5 Stars
Far more vitamins and, well, nutrients than freeze dried camping food. Much lighter weight and longer lasting than an MRE. Last but not least, tasty, too. Try the Southwestern Medley!
This food is absolutely good to go. Dry bag package is small and easily stores in your loved one's car trunk along with a backpack stove, mess kit, and some water bottles
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Price point:
MSRP = $17.50 - $1770.00
Retail = Same
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Our Rating:
Pros:
Most items taste really good
Lasts for 25+ years until opened
Has all essential vitamins and nutrients
Gluten Free options
Soy free options
Cons:
Not cheap
