In fact, dietitians warn against a few unhealthy Costco frozen dinners in particular.
Below, find out which frozen dinners dietitians don’t advise tossing in your cart.
Chun points out that this meal is also high in sodium at over 600 milligrams per serving.
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“Frequent consumption of foods high in sodium can increase your risk for hypertension,” she says.
Each battered dog packs 700 milligrams of sodium and 4 grams of saturated fat.
On the bright side, Thomason says there are healthier entertaining-friendly choices in the Costco freezer case.
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“I like to buy the grass-fed hot dogs if we are having a barbecue.”
Raybern’s frozen take on the iconic sandwich is no exception.
Though they may be popular, these savory hand-held pies are far from nutritionally ideal.
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“The issue with theKirkland Signature Chicken Bakesis that they contain 1,370 grams of sodium per serving.
This is more than half the RDA for sodium in one food!”
saysBonnie Newlin, MS, RD, LDN, CLT, ofCrave Nourishment.
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“Additionally, there are over 30 ingredients listed, including high fructose corn syrup.”
This ingredient has been associated with promoting some concerning health issues likeobesity and metabolic dysregulation.
Her reason for steering clear of this frozen Mexican entree?
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Having that many carbs compared to the protein means you might be feeling hungrier sooner than you think.
She adds that, with a lengthy list of over 20 ingredients, the bulgogi is definitely ultra-processed.
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