Walking intoCostcofor the first time can feel like you’re entering a retail wonderland.
But, it can also be extremely overwhelming.
“Will you really go through 10 pounds of potatoes before they start sprouting?
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How about 17 bananas?”
says food writerLacey Muszynskifor theCheapism blog.
Chef and Costco memberLizzy Briskinagreed that buying large quantities of fruit from the warehouse is a risky move.
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And this seems to be a pretty widely shared opinion.
Same with their zucchini/squash packs."
Most recently, Costco’s fresh (or not so fresh) avocados have additionally been singled out.
We can already hear audible gasps from the bakery’s die-hard fans, but hear us out.
Similar to fruits and veggies, fresh bread and other pastries can quickly go bad right under your nose.
“it’s crucial that you buy 12 items, which encourages overeating.
And they are high in sugar, fat, and calories!”
“They often have 500 calories, many more than people think.”
