We’ve all been there before…rushing through the grocery store aisles on an empty stomach. When you’re famished, EVERYTHING looks good. Shopping on an empty stomach is a no-no if you want to lose weight and feel healthy—it’s just too easy to give into a craving that leads to a processed snack aisle or fast food drive-through. Instead, pack your own waistline-lovin’ snacks so you can nibble during errands, without the extra fat, salt, sugar, or chemical additives. Not only will this help you avoid tossing unhealthy food choices into your cart, but it will also ensure that you have the energy you need to make it through a shopping session without a meltdown.

Check out these 12 snacks to take along while shopping to avoid the temptations: