might even try sitting down with pen and paper.to write down what foods,you and anyone in your household(if any) already eat.to definitely need to eat,in the way of nutritional value..to me.that means the foods that was already mentioned,to the foods that's eaten on a daily basis..life straws,filters and food safe containers was mentioned.there's also places that sell food grade barrels and containers..in which their idea for water storage when properly cleaned..i got 3-16 gallon barrels for $10.00 each.now i have a total of 48 gallons saved..might also plan ahead to where everything will be stored.then prepare each area accordingly,for whats to be stored there.less hassle in the long run that way..