The MRE market is filled with tales of vendors selling product nearing their expiry dates, and therefore not meeting the shelf-life expectations of the buyers. There are also products that do not meet the nutritional needs of the consumers, whether it is on the caloric value front or on the nutritional balance front. As such, you should pull all stop to purchase your MREs from a vendor that is proven to provide high-quality products that are safe, shelf-stable, and more importantly, nutritional.