Realistically, how long could you live off your preps?

[ChamomileCraze]

I’ve been reviewing my pantry and herbal stores and started wondering—how long could I actually sustain myself if stores shut down for months? Factoring in home-canned produce, dried herbs, and what I can forage, I figure maybe 6-8 months with careful ration

 

[ChamomileCraze]

I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about this too, especially as the garden yields vary year to year. With what I’ve preserved—jams, pickles, dried roots—I’d say I could stretch things maybe 5 months if I’m careful, more if