1. The “I’ll Get It Just-In-Time” Trap
Your local store only has three days of food on the shelves. If the trucks stop, the aisles go bare fast. Most folks rely on a store that won’t be there when things get “hairy.”
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2. The Frozen Liability
You might have a freezer full of meat. But if the power clicks off, that’s not a supply. That’s a ticking time bomb. In 48 hours, that expensive food turns into a smelly mess you have to throw away.
3. “Empty” Calories
A box of crackers or a bag of chips feels like food. But in a crisis, your body needs real fuel. Most pantry snacks are full of air and salt. They won’t keep your strength up when you need it most.
4. The Grocery Store “Variety” Myth
Most people buy what they like to eat this week. But in a crisis, eating just one or two things leads to food boredom. You need a plan that covers all your bases without making you bored or tired of your food.
5. Your “Best By” Dates are Lying
That can of soup in the back of your cabinet? It might look okay. But grocery store cans are thin. They can rust or leak. After a year or two, there’s a risk of getting sick in a time when medical help might not be available or hospitals overwhelmed.
6. The “Survival Ration” Reality Check
Most people don’t know how much they really need to eat to stay on their feet. If you are working hard in a crisis, you burn fuel fast. Your 3-day supply might only last 2 days if you don’t have a plan to manage your energy and your stash.
7. Cooking Complexity
Does your food need a kitchen to work? If you can’t use your oven or microwave, half your pantry is off-limits. Proper preparedness is having meals that are “easy to handle” with just a bit of boiling water.
8. The “Appetite Fatigue” Wall
Remember that variety is the spice of life. It will help keep morale up even in the toughest of times.
9. Lack of “Thermal Dignity”
When it’s cold and the lights are out, you need a hot meal. Cold food from a can makes you feel worse. You need homestyle meals that warm you from the inside out to keep your “thermal dignity.”
10. The Single Point of Failure
If you only have one type of food, you are at risk. A real “preparedness arsenal” needs variety. If your stash is just a few extra bags of grocery store rice, you aren’t prepared. You’re just waiting to get stuck.
If you made it this far, it means one thing:
You’re serious about securing your kitchen against a possible 9-day holdout from the grocery store.
Most men & women 50 and older simply ignore the possibility that the grocery store won’t be available for days at a time for weather or political reasons.
And the longer they ignore this, the more shocking it is when it happens.
That’s why we created 4Patriots survival food, starting with a 72-Hour pack designed to give you a variety of delicious, homestyle, easy-make meals that are designed to store for the next 25 years. That way they are ready for action now if you want to try them... or later if you need them.
And good news... right now for a limited time, when you order one of these 72-Hour packs, we’ll send you two more, absolutely free.
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Because you’ll get three separate 72-Hour Survival Food Kits for every one kit you order on the next page only, our production supplies are LIMITED. When this offer runs out, it will not come back for 8-12 weeks.
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“I Became a Hero to My Wife”
“Having an electric grid that goes down every time you sneeze was the reason I got my 4Patriots Survival Food. I became a hero to my wife because I went and got the stuff we needed to survive. And once my kids and grandkids got their own 72-Hour Survival Food Kits... they considered me a hero, too.”
—David
Daniel Gosset
“This is not your ordinary food indeed. Giving us something to look forward to when we need it most.”
Our partner Daniel Gosset showing off the 72-Hour Survival Food Kit
Chelsea Perez
“Ever since the 2021 snow storm in central Texas, I started buying emergency food. At the time we had three toddlers. Our family was without electricity and running water for a few days. It was super stressful not knowing what we would feed our kids that they would actually eat. This is the kind of peace of mind that I wish that I had. So I like to keep this on hand.”
Our partner Chelsea Perez trying the Mac n Cheese in the 72-Hour Survival Food Kit
Veteran-Approved
“These are the best tasting survival meals I have ever eaten, bar none. I’m a former U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Trooper so I’ve eaten a few. Anyone looking to buy good survival food at a decent price don’t hesitate. I will be buying more food as soon as possible. Keep up the great work.”
—Mark T., January 2024
Shari Dean
“With these kits, you’ll get your family the gift of a hot meal no matter what disaster strikes next.”
Our partner Shari Dean showing off the 72-Hour Survival Food Kit
Patti Page White
“It’s a deal you don’t want to miss.”
Our partner Patti Page White trying her 72-Hour Survival Food Kit
Works With a Camp Stove
“I wanted to try out one of the food packets from my 72-hour food supply. My hunting buddy and I were out hunting, and we tried the Mac and Cheese. I used a camp stove to heat the food up. We were very surprised with the creamy taste. Very good job. My buddy ended up buying a 3-month supply of food.”
—Laurence N., October 2024
Still Not Sure? Here Are The Top Questions We Get About 4Patriots Survival Food
Which meals are included in a 72-Hour Survival Food Kit?
Every 72-Hour Kit includes 20 servings of delicious survival food. You’ll get meals like:
- America’s Finest Mac & Cheese (4 Servings per kit)
- Creamy Rice & Vegetable Dinner (8 Servings per kit)
- Grammy’s Sweet Oatmeal (8 Servings per kit)
You’ll get delicious and nutritious survival food designed to last for 25 years of storage… that’s an average of 5 6 servings per day, giving you meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner! You get 3,760 4,800 total calories in the kit (average of 1,253 1,600 calories per day) — enough energy and nutrients for an average person to survive a 72-hour emergency.*
We hand pack every 72-Hour Kit so it’s perfect for you.
And don’t forget — as part of this exclusive “Buy 1, Get 2 FREE” offer, every kit comes with 2 FREE 72-Hour Survival Food Kits, a $25 Shopping Certificate and the 4Patriots Digital Ultimate Survival Handbook. Available to you immediately after purchase.
Since you should be 100% happy with your purchase, you’ll get an iron-clad guarantee good for 90 days from purchase. That way, you can try out this product for yourself and see how great it is, knowing you’re protected. (For more details, see footnote 4.)
How long will my food last?
Your survival food is designed to last up to 25 years on the shelf. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that with proper care… your “backup plan” will be delicious for many years to come.
The secret is in the packaging: first, your food is preserved using a “low-heat” dehydration process. Then, it’s carefully packed in Mylar* to help protect against heat, light and moisture.
Storage conditions can impact the shelf life of your food. Your survival food will last longest when in stable, cool temperatures… away from moist air.
So for best results, always protect your food from heat, air and moisture. Avoid prolonged exposure to temps above 75 degrees F. And keep your food sealed until you’re ready to eat it. Shelf life will vary based on storage conditions.
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*Mylar® brand is a registered trademark of Dupont Tejjin Films. Dupont is not affiliated with and has not endorsed or sponsored this product.
Where is my food made?
Your 4Patriots survival food is crafted in American kitchens from the finest domestic & imported ingredients.
Your emergency-food supply is packaged in and ships from Utah, USA. The folks making your food and preparing your survival food kit for you have decades of experience in the food business. Our facility is SQF certified and registered with the USDA and FDA, all to protect the quality of your food.
Are there customer reviews?
Yes. To date there are more than 5,300 customer reviews for our survival food.
We’ve also received hundreds of letters, emails and Facebook comments from our customers. Here’s what customers are saying:
Tastes Homemade, Will Order More
“We have purchased a couple of the sample kits because really what good is survival food if it tastes nasty? This was AWESOME FOOD!
My family ate it and thought it was homemade and I am a pretty decent cook. They only noticed it didn’t take me hours to make dinner!
We currently have a hepatitis A and B outbreak in a lot of our area restaurants so on the nights when I am too tired to fix dinner going out is less and less of an option.
Expect a larger order from us soon!”
—Jill G., Urbana, Ohio · March 8, 2019
What is so special about this packaging?
We seal in your food’s freshness and flavor with state-of-the-art freeze-drying technology and with a careful “low-heat dehydration” method. This is a slow and painstaking technique… but it’s worth it because you get incredible taste and nutrition, for a great value.
Next, an advanced-engineered, American-made packing machine puts those meals into resealable pouches made of space-age Mylar. That’s the same material that’s used by NASA to make space suits! It helps keep air, moisture and light out so your food stays fresh. It’s designed to stand up to some of the crazy things that happen in an emergency.
Keep your food in dry, stable temperatures – away from bright light – and you’ll find that it tastes as great when you open it.
How will this product be shipped to me and how quickly?
As of right now, inventory is available and when you order today you will instantly receive an order confirmation by email. Our goal is to get your order out the door to you as quickly as possible (we anticipate being able to ship your order within 3 – 5 days).
Your kit will ship directly to your home or office using a premium carrier such as UPS. Products are shipped from Utah, USA and you’ll get a shipment notification email and tracking number as soon as your order ships, so that you can track it right to your door.
What if I change my mind about this purchase?
We honestly believe that 4Patriots survival food is the best-tasting and highest-quality survival food you can buy. That’s why we share it with our own families! And once your family tries it, you’ll know why we’re so proud of our products.
However, if for any reason at all, you are not 100% satisfied with your 4Patriots Survival Food Kit, just return it within 90 days and get your money back. That’s a firm promise and commitment. (For more details, see footnote 4.)
💥 DEAL ALERT 💥
Free Bonuses With Your Order
For a limited time only!
3 kits for the price of 1.
Because you’ll get three separate 72-Hour Survival Food Kits for every one kit you order on the next page only, our production supplies are LIMITED. When this offer runs out, it will not come back for 8-12 weeks.
TRY IT NOW🔒 Try it today with a 90-Day Money Back Guarantee!
1. All testimonials in this advertisement are from real people; sometimes names and photos have been changed to protect their privacy and some were given free products in exchange for their honest feedback. Testimonials represent exceptional results, don’t apply to the average purchaser and are not intended to guarantee that anyone will achieve the same results. The organizations, publications and people referenced on this site are not affiliated with 4Patriots. They have not endorsed, sponsored or recommended this product; no affiliation or endorsement is claimed. Terms & conditions apply. Cade Courtley is a former Navy SEAL and Platoon Commander who served 9 years of active duty and has been compensated by 4Patriots for his hard work in helping us test and endorse this product.
2. Your survival food is designed to last 25 years on the shelf. Storage conditions impact the shelf life of your food. For best results, always protect your food from heat, air and moisture. Avoid prolonged exposure to temps above 75 degrees F. Keep food sealed until ready to eat. Shelf life will vary based on storage conditions.
3. These kits are designed to provide energy and nutrients for one person in stressful emergency situations. They are not intended to be complete caloric replacements during “normal” times. You’ll want to make sure you have additional food items on hand so that in an extended emergency you’ll be able to supplement your daily calorie intake, nutrients and variety with additional food items available on this site, food you have stockpiled in your pantry, fresh produce from your garden, etc. An average adult needs approx. 2,000 calories per day to meet their energy needs. This kit provides approximately 1,600 calories per day for one person. This may not be enough for optimal nutrition, especially for an extended period of time, or if you’re pregnant, a child, elderly, or have other health conditions. In order to supplement your daily calorie intake, to add variety or to provide food for more than one person, we offer a number of supplemental products, including food bars, meat packs, fruit and vegetable packs, etc. By combining our kits with these additional products, you can ensure that you have 2,000 calories per day available to you during emergency situations. We’d be happy to discuss your particular preparedness goals, and to help you select more or less survival food to meet your unique needs. Call 1-800-304-4202 to speak with our friendly Customer Service team.
4. The standard returns period for all 4Patriots products is 90 days from the date of purchase, and subject to certain exclusions. To read store policies, obtain instructions or determine eligibility for refund, please visit the Terms & conditions page on our website.