What is a Modular Operational Ration Enhancement [MORE] Packet?

What is a MORE ration?

The Modular Operational Ration Enhancement [MORE] Food Packet was developed to augment daily operational rations with additional components tailored to particular environments.

There are two types of MORE Food Packets: Type I [High Altitude/Cold Weather] is designed for high altitude and cold weather environments, while Type II [Hot Weather] is intended for hot weather operations. Warfighters in extreme environments, such as cold weather, high altitude, or elevated temperature, require extra calories beyond the standard operational rations in order to combat weight loss and decreased physical and cognitive abilities.

The MORE Food Packet provides the correct amount of extra calories for these specific environmental scenarios with the right balance of fat, carbohydrate, and protein. By augmenting the MRE or FSR with additional calories and nutrients, the Warfighter is capable of performing at maximum capacity in extreme environments.

How are MORE rations different than other rations [MRE's, MCW, FSR]?

The MORE Food Packet is not a replacement to the Meal, Ready to Eat (MRE), Meal, Cold Weather (MCW) or First Strike Ration(FSR). MOREs are a scientifically balanced addition that ensures peak performance in even the most austere battlefield locations. MORE components are calorically dense and carry a balance of carbohydrates, caffeine, electrolytes, vitamins, antioxidants, and amino acids. The MORE includes food components that are essential to improving the mental and physical abilities of Warfighters in demanding, extreme conditions.

What is included in a MORE ration?

MORE Type I [High Altitude/Cold Weather] and MORE- Type II [Hot Weather] are composed of developmental and commercial items. These include caffeinated pudding, energy gels, carbohydrate-enhanced beverages, First Strike bars, carbohydrate dense nut mixes, crackers, caffeinated gum and Zapplesauce. Drink powders are issued in easy-to-use pouches hourglass pouches. Actual components will change over time, please see our MORE listings for an accurate list of contents.