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The Biggest Ripoffs At Trader Joe's, According To An Employee

January 30, 2017 by Tristen Zaryn
shefinds | Food
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Trader Joe’s obviously has quite a grand selection of healthy food products, but we are here to tell you what you definitely should not be buying from the grocery store according to the cool people that work there.

 

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Produce

Produce

Don’t buy the produce. The produce tends to spoil quicker than at other food stores.

 

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Sushi

Sushi

Save the sushi for a Japanese restaurant because honestly you won't know what you are putting in your mouth if you get it from Trader Joe's.

 

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Two Buck Chucks

Wine

Apparently, you can find fresher, better tasting wine elsewhere.

 

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Sandwiches

Prepared sandwiches

The premade sandwiches are a mess. They don’t taste good neither are they healthy.

 

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Banana nice cream dessert in a bowl
Healthy seeds displayed, not pastries.
Grocery store aisle with sugar and sweeteners.
Person having a lunch meal.
Sipping spearmint tea in a cozy setting.
Variety of bread types showcased on a table.
Freshly baked goods from Costco bakery display.
Woman holding her head, expressing stress.
Woman experiencing joint pain while sitting.
Aromatic coffee with sugar being added.
Variety of fast food from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to a steaming cup of coffee.
Tasty bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparison of cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Brazilian dish featuring rice, beans, and chicken from above.
Close-up of watch as someone eats breakfast.
Display of deli meats, sandwiches, hot dogs, and sausages.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Interior view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.