My roommate picked up a couple of hurricane relief packs [presumably] distributed by FEMA. Thankfully, we have had plenty of food so far but he was curious, and so was I, what were in them.
As it turns out - nothing that would support life for long. Juice, Jello, sugar, sugar and more sugar. There was a can of raviolies, but that was the only thing that an adult might be able to eat - especially one with blood sugar issues like mine (hypoglycemic).
Is this what is considered proper nutrition? Even in an emergency - no - especially in an emergency, people need proper nutrition to help get through the mess. How many fallen trees can I cut up on a sugar buzz? It wouldn't last for long.
If the food packs were not from FEMA - I thank those agencies that did supply them. Even if they were from FEMA - thanks are in order. But some consideration should be given to what goes in them. Real nutrition is what disaster victims need to get through the ordeal.
Just an update: I did confirm those rations came from a FEMA distribution center. They had different food packs every day. One day they gave out a 12 pack of Dinty Moore Scalloped Potatoes with Ham - in a handy microwavable container (?). Another day they gave out military MRE packs.
ReplyDeleteI was just thankful they gave out ice. Even though there are still several hundred thousand people without power here, they have stopped distribution in most areas. I suppose they figure we can buy needed ice from the stores now. Thankfully my power came on the day they stopped.