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| Pemmican – An Ancient Recipe for Survival |
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Protein Meat is the ideal source of protein. Pemmican “bars” were traditionally made from the meat of deer, elk and buffalo. Whether one eats steaks daily or upholds a strictly vegetarian diet, protein should be an important part of one’s daily diet. From beef, to poultry, to fish, to nuts and seeds, no dietary restriction should restrict the daily intake of protein. The FDA recommends an intake of 50g of protein daily. Fats Low fat foods and low fat diets have been around for a while, yet the obesity epidemic in the United States keeps growing. Native American peoples knew the importance of fat in healthy nutrition. In fact, melted fat made up approximately 50% of pemmican! A diet that does not satisfy the body’s basic needs keeps one reaching for more food in search for satisfaction, resulting in extra weight and obesity. Sometimes, more fat in food means less fat on the waistline. Care should be taken to ensure an intake of healthy fats rather than those that come from hydrogenated sources, or fats that have had their chemical composition altered by excess heat such as that resulting from frying. Vitamins from Raw Sources Berries such as cranberries, currants and blueberries provided the Native American traveler with essential vitamins and fibers that are crucial for eliminating waste from the body. Berries are considered by many health professionals to be among the world’s healthiest foods. Whether eaten fresh or baked into a home-made pie, there is nothing quite like the sweet and sour goodness of these nutritious wonder foods. Now if you really are out for an adventure, below are some tips for making good pemmican. 1. To avoid E. Coli and Salmonella poisoning, all meats should be thoroughly salt brined before drying. 2. Pemmican can be stored easily in Ziploc bags. 3. Although pemmican can last for years under specific temperatures and conditions, it is not recommended to exceed 8 months of storage. 4. Contemporary variations of pemmican include substituting home-made dried meats with jerky, melted fat with peanut butter, and a granola berry mix instead of, or in addition to fresh berries. 5. If using jerky, look for the kind that has been made using organic food standards. You will get a higher quality meat without the high chemical content. 6. The addition of nuts and other contemporary variations can shorten the storage potential of pemmican significantly. Suggested Recipes: |
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