The art of survival is all about mixing a different set of skills. If you're lucky, you're surrounded by a group of people who each have specialized talents and can do the things that you're not able to do. However, in a dire situation, including one with a natural disaster, it's important to learn how to complete certain activities on your own. These activities might include collecting clean water, generating heat and electricity and providing a long-term food source.

The source of food and water is high on the list of concerns when a disaster strikes. Everything has a shelf life. One way to mitigate food shortage is by learning how to extend that shelf life. Yes, it's possible through dehydration! You might think that dehydration is only appropriate for things like tomatoes and dried fruit, but it can be applied to an array of foods. In extreme circumstances, it could end up saving your life. It's a fairly simple skill to master and doesn't require a lot of tools or equipment in the process.

Keep reading to learn about 6 tips you must know before dehydrating food!

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