Here is some information that came from an Ensign article by Kay Franz, March 1998.
Determining the appropriate quantities for food storage can be challenging for families with children of various ages. Because children are still growing they need more food in proportion to their size than do adults. It is helpful to add two years to a child's age when calculating adequate food storage amounts. Then, by knowing the number of children in a family and their ages, parent can estimate food needs as a percentage of an adult portion.
Determining the appropriate quantities for food storage can be challenging for families with children of various ages. Because children are still growing they need more food in proportion to their size than do adults. It is helpful to add two years to a child's age when calculating adequate food storage amounts. Then, by knowing the number of children in a family and their ages, parent can estimate food needs as a percentage of an adult portion.
Age 3 and under 4 to 6 7 to 10 11 and up | Percentage of Adult Portion 50% 70% 90% 100% |
Infants who are nursing share in their mothers's protion. Keep in mind that young children, as well as pregnant and nursing mothers, need more milk than other family members.
Food storage needs for large families probably should be re-assessed yearly.
Food storage needs for large families probably should be re-assessed yearly.