How often have you walked into your apartment dying of hunger only to find that a half jar of peanut butter, mustard and ketchup are the only edible things in the fridge? When starvation hits, all sense of control and rationality fly out the window.

People tend to grab the jar of peanut butter or whatever nosh may be in the pantry and binge on a high-calorie snack, hoping to curb their appetite. They then proceed to fall through that vicious cycle where they are physically uncomfortable as well as hear internal voices of criticism, guilt and negativity.

Sound familiar? Say goodbye to self-deprecation and unnecessary bloating. Learn to stock your fridge with these cheap and basic food items so that whenever you need a quick meal, you have healthy and balanced options. These foods last and are substantial, with enough crunch to satisfy your munch.

Who doesn’t love to munch on some delicious carrots? Carrots are a hardy vegetable that can stay in your fridge for a week or so and not go bad.  They are a great vegetable to have on hand for a quick snack because of their satisfying crunch and sweet flavor.  They can also be thrown in a salad or stir-fry!