Survival essentials: Here’s why it’s wise to stock up on coconut oil before SHTF

11/08/2024 / By HRS Editors

If you want to add a variety of cooking oils to your survival stockpile, why not try coconut oil?

Aside from being a versatile cooking oil, coconut oil deserves a place in your survival stockpile because it can also be used to hydrate your skin when SHTF. (h/t to HappyPreppers.com)

Coconut oil is heat stable

Coconut oil is derived from the flesh of mature coconuts. Unrefined or extra virgin coconut oil is best because it undergoes minimal processing.

Unrefined coconut oil contains more nutrients and beneficial compounds than refined coconut oil.

As a cooking oil, coconut oil is heat stable, making it ideal for high-heat cooking. Because coconut oil doesn’t require refrigeration, this shelf-stable oil is a great addition to your pantry or stockpile.

And while other cooking oils have a relatively short expiration date, coconut oil will last about two years or so without going rancid. It is also without the adverse side effects of hydrogenated oils.

Coconut is more versatile compared to other fats

Coconut oil is unique and has a hardened state and a soft state, making it a versatile replacement for different kinds of oils that are in your pantry:

You can use coconut oil to replace butter on breads. As a bonus, it has less cholesterol than butter.
You can replace mayonnaise on bread with coconut oil.
If you have gluten intolerance, coconut oil is a good option because it is gluten-free.
Use coconut oil instead of Crisco.
You can also bake with coconut oil.
Coconut oil is a great substitute for other oils in stir-fried meals or sauteeing.
You can season your cast iron cookware with coconut oil. (Related: Food preservation techniques: Keep your pantry stocked for any crisis.)

Coconut oil can be used as fuel for a candle

Did you know that coconut oil hardens at room temperature and softens when you heat it up? Coconut is solid at room temperature and melts at 76 F.

Because it’s solid, coconut oil can be used as a candle when SHTF. Just add a wick and you have a coconut oil candle.

Coconut oil can be used for hydration

Coconut oil is a popular natural ingredient for foot creams. You can try using coconut oil to hydrate and revive dry feet.

If you have frizzy hair, using a bit of coconut oil can help with split ends and tame frizzy hair.

Use a bit of coconut oil to hydrate chapped lips. Apply several drops of coconut oil to your lips and pat gently with your fingers until the oil sets. If needed, repeat this process throughout the day.

If you prefer a texture similar to lip balm, combine coconut oil with equal parts of your preferred thickening agent, such as beeswax or shea butter, before applying. This coconut oil lip balm will also give you a less shiny finish. Store extra product in a small container for easy application.

If you run out of shaving cream, shave with coconut oil and get the added benefits of smooth, moist skin.

Where to buy coconut oil before SHTF

The Health Ranger Store is committed to helping you build your survival stockpile before SHTF.

That’s why we’re proud to introduce an assortment of clean, lab-verified and healthy food options such as Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil.

Health Ranger Select Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is a pure coconut oil that is laboratory-verified for cleanliness and purity. It is a great source of healthy medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), which support healthy energy levels and optimal health.

A highly versatile ingredient, our premium organic coconut oil can be used as a delicious and nutritious replacement for cooking and baking oil. You can also add it to drinks such as coffee, tea and smoothies.

Health Ranger Select Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is carefully extracted from high-quality coconuts sourced from our trusted growers in the pristine islands of the Philippines. It is vegan, non-GMO, non-China and certified Kosher and organic.

It is also lab-tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology. Give our premium organic coconut oil a try and stock up before SHTF with the long-term storable one-gallon buckets.

Store it in a cool, dry place away from heat, light and moisture.

Visit FoodSupply.news for more items you should stock up on before SHTF. You can also check out Health Ranger Store and Brighteon Store for more clean food supplies for your prepping needs.

Click on this link to learn more about other food items that you should add to your survival stockpile.

Watch this clip about how Organic Extra Virgin Coconut oil can support good health when SHTF.

This video is from the Health Ranger Store channel on Brighteon.com.