Choosing the Right Foods for Long Term Mylar Storage
Some foods do not belong inside a Mylar bag. Some foods are better suited for long-term storage, while others are destined for use within an average time frame. By understanding what types of food are recommended for long-term storage and how they should be stored, you can save yourself considerable cost and effort.
Grains, legumes, and dried foods are the safest choices currently available. These foods will remain stable, predictable, resistant to spoilage, provided they have been sealed properly. Therefore, they are well suited for both your pantry, and in times of emergency or other significant bulk storage needs.
Food items containing high amounts of fat and/or oil can be problematic. Whole grains, nuts and other similar mixes can go bad because of rancidity sooner than 3-4 week time frames, which means you will need to be much more mindful about your storage method with these types of foods than you would with those listed above.
There is also the consideration of future use for the food you store as well. While many of the foods that you store will have long shelf lives, they will have no value to you if you do not consume them or if you do not know how to prepare them. Practical storage is far more practical than theoretical perfection.
To avoid costly mistakes and to prioritize the right types of food for you, check out this guide: "How Long Your Food Stays Good in Mylar Bags – Shelf Life by Food Type". It will clearly outline what you can expect without any filler.

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