10 Healthy Pantry Items To Buy At Costco...And What To Avoid!

I finally did it..I went to Costco to do a haul video and show you guys some of my favorite healthy food items, and more importantly, what foods to stay away from. These healthy items from Costco are my go, plus they will last a long time in your pantry before they spoil, so don't worry about that. All of these healthy items from Costco can be used in my meal prep recipes, check the links below for the recipes I mentioned in the video. If you take anything away from this video, it;s that you can stock up on food items that are a great value and that will make your meal prep life easier. Please try and avoid the food items at Costco mentioned in the video, especially the rotisserie chicken, it's just not good for you! If you wanna see more haul videos, just leave a comment below. Much love & keep on cooking! XOXO Bobby & Dessi
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Curry chicken salad: www.flavcity.com/lunch-meal-prep/
Keto biscotti: www.flavcity.com/low-carb-keto-biscotti/
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Keto gnocchi: www.flavcity.com/low-carb-keto-gnocchi/
keto chia seed pudding: www.flavcity.com/low-carb-keto-breakfast-meal-prep/
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[@nadineburns3773]

My granddaughter is 11 and has begun watching you. She ran to get our creamer to check label. Poison is in our food!!!! She says we need to take the time to read more labels. Thank you for helping educate her. Very interesting and fun to watch together.

[@elizabethhunter5523]

That’s amazing!! My 10 year old daughter does the same!

[@pittsburghcoffee3329]

Keep up your good work. People aren't realizing over time how bad food choices cost your health in later years. Also the foods that are a good buy you point them out also. Yiu are a true customer advocate. Cosco should THANK YOU for calling these items out and reward you for your wonderful CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! much appreciated!

[@joeyGalileoHotto]

Not everyone can afford to eat all organic and all pasture raised

[@crazerai]

I liked the end where ART the camera Man is chowing down on a Hot Dog and Cheesy Pizza!!

[@UnitedPebbles]

They diarrhetic for Indian ppl bc they have milk in them, bruhs and siss.

[@josiemagana9494]

Matias Eskola …

[@ashleyhernandez3819]

Costco notes: Kerry gold butter, almond and creamy peanut butter, almond flour, extra virgin coconut oil, Mediterranean blend oil for deep fry, olive oil, extra virgin for salads, avoid pine nuts, hemp hearts , chia seeds, quinoa, avoid supplements

[@Doyoung7711]

thank you this was so helpful

[@alisonb9963]

Thank you for sharing the important stuff. I couldn't stand listening to the video for one more second.

[@fredmoersch]

Nausea

[@onlyme9502]

Is this your video or his????!

[@skillcoiler]

And the chickens.... He is full of crap he claimed it has preservatives while standing by the sign saying there are NONE.... They also cut the price and admit they lose money on that to get people in the store.

[@angelm.1639]

My husband I enjoy your video...was SURPRISED at middle aged greeters. We ARENT greeters....but surprise my husband is 81 years old and works our gardens and farm daily for8-10 hrs daily. Enjoying new, easy recipes....honor the Elderly....we made the way for the next generation....like you😀

[@BobbyParrish]

very true..thanks for that :)

[@__BERSERKER__]

I buy eggs from my neighbor. And the rotisserie chickens are literally the best deal in food. Pre-cooked? no Cleaning? That's like a $5-$10 value in my time.

[@Ash-op2ql]

911LexVegas the things he’s “concerned with,” are mostly bogus; sugar is on the outside for “flavor,” and possible short term preservation. If the chicken went into the oven bald it would taste like shoe leather. Antibiotics are necessary for raising animals, they get sick. FDA regulations mandate the antibiotic levels be low before the animal leaves the farm to consume. The packages that say no antibiotics make sick animals suffer. And organic is mostly a label to jack up the cost of product with little to no nutrient or health benefit.

[@BobbyParrish]

yes, they are a great deal at costco..but my point is that they are crap quality ;)

[@__BERSERKER__]

@@BobbyParrish Well I've had them from everyone who sells them. And, the costco where I live has the best quality. As far as the additives, they come from the processor. Everyone buys from the processor . Everyone is buying the same chickens from the same handful of companies.

[@dbasslevy]

@@BobbyParrish - actually a study showed, that the skin is where most of the bad stuff is. The chicken itself (minus the skin) is pretty quality! #TeamRotisserie

[@TWILIGHTR0SE]

@@BobbyParrish and they are old egg layers that are too old to lay anymore, a by-product of the egg industry. The process they put the meat through to soften it up I don't even want to think about.

[@katieminnick2813]

Love your videos, but from a nurse’s perspective, just remember some people do need supplements for medical reasons and cannot swallow large pills so gummies for adults (despite the sugar) do have a role!

[@anitafebo4552]

I agree vitamins in pill form hurts my stomach and makes me nauseous

[@christopherram8948]

Nursing student here, and I fully agree with you. It makes it so much easier to eat a gummy than to take a pill, especially for older adults.

[@freedomalert]

Then use powder, what is the point of ingesting vitamins while killing it with sugar.

[@debmon8182]

Buy them in drops. Vitamins in drop much better than those process fake vitamins 😀

[@kbhorseman]

Katie Minnick I’m an RN and I disagree. Liquid vitamins are so much better and easily absorbed.

[@karencrawley7377]

That background whistle is so annoying!!

[@NOBODYS_HERE6969]

Cool

[@lyon9489]

I liked it

[@winstonbuzon]

I would've preferred Lo-Fi instrumental

[@gingermonroe4153]

YES! WHY, SOOOO ANNOYING signing off😊

[@hwk9468]

Tip on the spices- next time you & a friend or two are at your market, pick up a brand you like (yes, even if it's a little more expensive) that comes in a glass container (you're paying for that little jar). Then, when you do go to Costco, split the cost of that big container, refill the little glass jars from it and toss it into the recycling. Why glass? Easier to clean, they clean more thoroughly and will last longer. Also with glass, it's easier to remove the previous label, if you so desire.

[@hwk9468]

They are, but it's a ine-time purchase, an investment in the jar. It will far outlast plastic & you can switch up what's in it, not so much with plastic, which retains the smell. My friends & I save on bulk spices by sharing the purchase & refilling those jars. Works for us.

[@hwk9468]

That's a great idea too, if you have that option. Do the math, folks. The whole point is to save time/money.

[@mariamshakir8338]

I would love to see a TJs and Aldi haul as well... the good and bads... what to buy and what not to buy! Great Costco video!

[@BobbyParrish]

Thanks Mariam! Will do

[@AeonSaint]

That would be cool, then I could check which of the stuff I can get here in Germany too. Although from what I've seen so far in other vids, Aldi in the US is totally different.

[@tessalander2564]

Yes pleeeeease💕 love your channel ::: new subscriber:)

[@ajwallace8753]

New subscriber. Would love to see Trader Joe’s

[@SharpPear]

I need to go to Trader Joe's. One just down the road. Definitely want to see some of the healthy options there too!

[@Emmannie]

(Not sponsored.) Those Suja juices are truly just veggies + fruits-no sugar added. They're also cold-pressed so they can last a long time in the fridge and aren't rip-offs like the ones you'd buy locally w/fewer ingredients from a juicer but for 4-5x the price. That's cool that Costco carries them as well.

[@terryschwartz9642]

What about the organic frozen selection of broccoli, rice cauliflower and berries? BEST deal ever. Don't want to take from the local farmers, but there is nothing better than vine ripened from the farm, 2nd best is frozen.

[@Ih8GoogleandApple]

Costco chickens taste awesome and Costco uses them to lure you to the back of the store. They know that they lose money on every chicken they sell but you always go to the checkout with over $100 in items.

[@puggirl415]

True! I limit the number of rotisserie chickens we buy to just 2 per month. It's always fun when we get one. Take it home and take all the meat off the bone. Succulent.

[@LAFan]

They have carrageenan. Not good.

[@susanyu6159]

I love your buddy there. He makes me feel less guilty when I decide to eat the super unhealthy stuff after shop the healthy food.

[@joannemercier9957]

I love your show but the whistling music is very anoying

[@777sunshine7777]

Joanne Mercier so annoying to the point where I literally cannot finish this video. Thanks to the person who listed the items to buy in the comments!

[@Adeleandruby]

Crap... I hadn’t even noticed it and now that’s all I hear!! 😂

[@LFerrill]

Joanne Mercier I think was the first time I’ve EVER turned my closed caption option ON 🙉

[@patriciaburch6471]

I wonder if that was just the store playing that.

[@jacquelinelombard1475]

🤔...I didn’t even notice it.

[@jackiej.1705]

I loved watching this and the Trader Joe’s one as well! Helps out a lot to be mindful with what produce you are buying, can you do one on Whole Foods?! That would be a great help!

[@anye76]

sugar in the roast chicken, dang nabit, even my deli meats have sugar. drs orders i gotta go wheat, dairy, corn, grain and sugar-free. some wacky inflammatory thing going on in my body. trying to get control of it. basically, I'm keto with no dairy. been a hard week. I'm grateful you are bold enough to speak the truth so people can make an informed decision.

[@marioncobaretti2280]

eat like a feral cat , deep fry ya mice and only drink puddle water. your inflamation will go in a week.

[@LAFan]

Yup, they have carrageenan.

[@engir63]

the shit about the roasted chicken is just that yes there are better ways like cooking your own but the additives that he talks about are in the spices or are spices, there is nothing wrong with them for a quick meal for yourself or family as long as it is not all the time

[@BobbyParrish]

To each their own..it’s not from the spices my friend 🐔 bad stuff

[@YoungTCash]

I agree, simple research shows that Costco takes a lost on their rotisserie chicken. He didn’t sound too educated on that subject.

[@Mystress1980]

@@YoungTCash I can't speak to the chickens available in the US, but the Costcos here in Canada have some awful rotisserie chicken. It always has a stringy texture, almost like it's under cooked, and the flavour is... off. I tried it twice, thinking the first time was just a bad one. Never again. I wouldn't be the least bit surprised to learn at least some of those ingredients listed are, in fact, injected into the meat itself. My local grocery store has much better chickens for just $2 more and it tastes just like the chicken I roast myself (when I have that kind of time).

[@oomma5]

@@BobbyParrish they are so yummy!!! Nothing wrong with them

[@SpeedNoodles]

Costco has said that they lose money on the chicken, but it's so popular that people will come in for just that, and then, of course, nobody leaves with just chicken!

[@JesusFreakJene]

Really good tips. ty Just one tip for you. The nuts at Costco usually are coated with a light starch to keep them from clumping together. Any nuts in a sealed bag probably have a coating. Usually best to buy in bulk at Whole Foods or a co-op.

[@tasneemarain1726]

I appreciate the reviews. Read, read, read the ingredients! Thank you for posting.

[@dinahsoar6982]

If you have digestive/mal-absorption issues, eating good may not be good enough. And you will find as you age, you will likely need to supplement B12 no matter how good your diet is. As for vitamin D, most Americans are low, even those who spend a lot of time outside. Vit D gummies are great for adults, esp if swallowing a pill is an issue.

[@THEGAMINGHELP101]

Yeah there are some that some people should take, however he is right that they're is Alot of wasted money on unnecessary supplants

[@annjackson7442]

Dinahsoar Will

[@dinahsoar6982]

@@annjackson7442 The experts advise supplementation across the board for those over age 50 who are not eating foods FORTIFIED with B12. Eating foods that have been fortified with B12 saves taking a separate B12 supplement. Harvard M.D. and PhD Dr. Andrew Weil recommends that people over age 50 eat foods FORTIFIED wB12 or take a B12 supplement. www.drweil.com/vitamins-supplements-herbs/vitamins/vitamin-b12/ The Mayo Clinic makes the same recommendation : newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/vitamin-b-12-supplements-recommended-for-older-adults/ Quote: "Vitamin B12 develops slowly and is more common with increasing age. Since the symptoms are similar to many other conditions associated with aging, it's sometimes overlooked."

[@dinahsoar6982]

@@THEGAMINGHELP101 I agree with him to not waste your money on unneeded supplements and to eat right..In fact, a lot of our foods are fortified, which is a form of supplementation. My point is a caveat: eating perfectly may not prevent the need for supplements.He seems to me to imply that it does. And a lot of people will hear that and refuse supplements they might need. Like my husband. There is no one size fits all b/c each of us is a figurative machine that is predisposed genetically. We must unlock the key that makes our machine run efficiently.

[@lisac9522]

I agree sometimes people need supplements. There are probably better quality supplements than Costco’s though. I use a third party non profit called Labdoor before I buy. They do scientific ratings for quality and value of many different brands. Have you tried a pill crusher?

[@GarthGoldberg]

He is right about the Costco Applewood Smoked Bacon. It is the best. Not healthy, though. It's bacon. So if you're eating bacon you shouldn't worry about the brine (which is mostly just salt) in the chicken. And besides you can't make a chicken at home for $4.99. Price a whole chicken; you'll be paying at least $6 (and likely more) for a raw, unseasoned chicken.

[@urusoimi]

Yeah, but the one thing you failed to mention is that the 4.99 chickens are pumped with water.....they are so small before they 'process' them. You are paying 4.99 for about 4 oz of chicken. Bacon IS a healthy protein if you cook it to crispy, and lop off all the fat with a paper towel. It's flaw is excess salt.

[@gilbertoflores7397]

The chicken isn't as bad as he make it out to be, Costco doesn't make a 5 dollar chicken. They actually lose money on each one, kind of like they give free samples; they price it so low, and give away products for a reason. They also never raise the price for things like their chicken or certain lunch menu items because they're known for their roasted chicken, and low prices, it makes people feel like keeping their membership longer because they get such a good deal on things like the chicken. Costco usually also buys the industry they sell products for, so they probably own the farms where the chickens come from and don't pump them full of chemicals. What they do when they lose money on products (like their chicken and some foodcourt items) is try and save a few cents on each item sold by controlling its entire distribution to minimize lose.

[@GarthGoldberg]

@@urusoimi They're maybe 10% bigger because of the water. That represents maybe fifty cents of the cost. Compare with the ready-made chickens at your grocery or Walmart; they're about half the size of those at Costco and are also brined. We bought a Costco chicken a few weeks ago. It was so big it didn't even fit in the plastic container. Last night, we bought one from Walmart for the first time. It was good, but only about half the size of the Costco chicken.

[@GarthGoldberg]

@@gilbertoflores7397 It's even simpler than that. The $5 chicken gets members in the door. Once there, they almost always buy more.

[@JoeKaye-hn5dt]

BS! Hoffey brand is often on sale (Food 4 Less and/or WalMart) for 2/3 the price of Costco's Applewood, it has less fat and has no weird candyapple or fake smoke flavorings. We bought Applewood once...tossed half of it in the garbage. Bah!

[@jlee1522]

Me: I see your point about these organic eggs. I would want happy chickens too. Him: I buy organic eggs from Whole Foods, which are literally twice the price, but... Me: Nevermind. Pass me them eggs, man.

[@LAFan]

Pasture raised eggs are much better. Thanks to Bobby I discovered them.

[@bdmbpm1467]

Regarding spices. Handy hint - At Sprouts you can buy spices in the bulk section. So if a recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of coriander. You can literally buy just one teaspoon. It ends up costing much less than a bottle of spice that you may not use within 6 months.

[@cccar67]

Can’t believe the comments below! A lot of people don’t care about nutrition until they get sick. Thanks for this review and the truth about chicken, eggs and other items. You are so right on!

[@BobbyParrish]

you are spot on ;) Thanks!

[@Peaster22]

I totally agree cccar67!!! I'm a retired R.N. Our choices matter, READ THE LABELS!!! One thing to note, the highly processed cooking oils like Canola, vegetable, corn, safflower, etc that are highly processed also contain Omega 6's...NOT good for our bodies. We need just a SMALL amount of the 6's...so once in a while ok, but not frequently if Canola is your "go-to" oil! Check out Dr. Mark Hyman. He's the head of the Cleveland Clinic's Functional Medicine Clinic. I trust him. He's written several books on nutrition, etc. I've read several!! Only oils I use are EVOO, Olive oil, Grapeseed oil, and Avocado oil!!

[@cccar67]

Nancy M. Massy I’m also a retired R.N. And couldn’t agree more!

[@ronaldhoppus9015]

@@Peaster22 What about "the good fat" in coconut oil? Is this BS?

[@crystalschnurr6446]

nothing here is scientifically founded. This guy is awful. I can't believe how many subscribers he has!

[@xpouii-3992]

I’m so happy every time I see the egg issues talked about because I raise my own chickens and don’t have to worry about that. It’s also insanely cheaper. I have enough birds to give me two dozen eggs every day for a lot less than six dollars. I just have to go out in the yard and pick them up.

[@danbev8542]

Yes! Thanks for explaining this, Bobby. Also the PLASTIC packaging!!

[@SharpPear]

We have chickens too! They are so sweet. Love out lil flock.

[@Carlie_flower]

Lol yup I was just saying to my husband "you know what my favorite part of grocery shopping is now? Walking right on by the eggs" 😏

[@TerraDiASMR]

Idk where is the Costco you were shopping at, but OMG I can't believe how slow that store is. The one I shop at, is always packed, regardless of what day or time I go :(

[@BobbyParrish]

ha, north side chicago...thankfully it was slow ;)

[@jennibee2307]

I live in a suburb of Dallas/Fort Worth and ours is never not packed. We don't even TRY to go there on the weekend. Noon on a Tuesday is bad enough!

[@abbynormall207]

You should see the one in Maui HI. It's CRAZY packed ALL the time. The gas pumps lines are usually at least 4 cars deep.

[@ComfyBe]

@@BobbyParrishat my Canadian Costco it's like a "bumper car" arcade. As for the BBQ Chicken, it's $7.99 Cdn. + Taxes. That's roughly the same price as the American price. However unlike the one you've shown, it's cooked to perfection, not burnt to a crisp. In fact it's the best BBQ chicken you can buy, not even my homemade can't compete for flavour or price. It not worth cooking my own, since Costco sells 3 uncooked chickens for $25.

[@zachary8224]

Kahtami in northern california, specifically the danville one-it’s hectic! you DONT wanna go there during the holiday months.

[@mitzypineda9489]

“When you can’t pronounce half the ingredients that’s a bad thing.” YES

[@zakisamir2304]

Mitzy Pineda hello

[@osufan591]

I like that you werent just saying "oh this is bad" but have actually looked into it and done the research. And you were honest like the avocado oil, you werent sure if it was bad or not and were honest about it. Will definitely keep these tips in mind during my next Costco run!

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks much...i defo do my homework and wanna inform you guys about what to buy at costco ;)

[@patriciavilla275]

I shop at Costco regularly and have for years. The rotisserie chicken is the best and we love it. I use it for chicken salad, casseroles, sandwiches, noodle soup, sliced with barbecue sauce and more. It is delicious and a great buy and I am going to continue buying it every week. Thank you for the other suggestions. I have watched labels for many years and glad you are encouraging others to do the same.

[@KCcode]

I store my ground spices in the fridge, and dispense little at a time in a smaller container and keep it in my shelf, It stays fresh for more than a year

[@DougHampshire]

The problem with using the Cornucopia Institute as a benchmark for if Kirkland/Costco eggs are good or bad is that their rating system is horribly flawed. The Institute rates them based on responses to surveys that were sent to the producers. Since Costco didn't respond, the Institute gave them all zeros. The Institute list was originally produced almost 10 years ago. They provide zero details on when they surveyed producers or when they resurveyed them, if ever. And assigning a zero to a non-respondent in a flawed methodology. I've seen greater scientific rigor in a 6th-grade science fair project. Love your channel and Instagram feed, but please investigate the "sources" you are using before citing them. And please stop telling people to not buy Kirkland/Costo eggs based on flawed and misleading information. Also, Kirkland eggs now carry the Certified Humane certification as well.

[@ykolin82]

Doug, I absolutelly agree. a person has no idea what he is talking about sometimes, or cannot support his recommendations. I liked how he said " dont buy this otem cause it has sugar" duh, everything contains sugar, and human body needs sugar, the question would be, how much sugar do we need to consume to sustain? lol i giess i need to create my own youtube acccount and go to costco and everything i like i will be recommending to others cause i like it, and you should too. lol

[@debmon8182]

You dont need sugar. The good food that you eat converts or turns into the sugar your body needs.

[@EclipzZero]

And ironically the whole time he was talking about how the chickens are couped up (pun intended) he is standing in front of the egg display that clearly says "Cage Free Eggs".

[@chillinwithdylan636]

@@EclipzZero That is on the white eggs on the left! 🤯

[@EclipzZero]

@@chillinwithdylan636 also the oragnic ones. Just do some research...certifiedhumane.org/decoding-carton-buy-clean-humane-eggs/

[@zoniekat]

Love the Acai juice.. Pesto. That Irish butter. Biscotti in the big jar. Filet Mignon. I'm going to Costco this afternoon. Gonna buy a chicken.

[@peanutbutter3543]

Rebel

[@ericl.7850]

Lololoo make me crack 😆

[@carolynemurray6686]

Linda L. You are so funny! HAHAHA, I am still laughing!😁

[@Irisglory]

Linda L why do u watch videos if u disagree

[@PeaceOutWorld]

Canola oil is GMO. It's still cheaper to buy those big things of spices and waste them than 2 oz. of "regular" priced spices. The juices like the Pomm is not mostly water. Just because you're on keto doesn't mean to pass up good buys for folks who aren't keto. =p That olive oil is from a mixture from various countries.

[@lourdesmiranda5759]

Love all of your videos and recipes. Thanks. Keep them coming!

[@patriciamenon9271]

Talk about being more confused 🙀 I like his tips however I can’t afford most of the items plz do a video on healthy on a budget 😀

[@doloresparra4604]

He’s full of himself

[@angelicaangulo2227]

It possible. In America everything healthy is expensive, they will make sure we die soon.

[@lakeisharhyant2045]

Hopefully with buying healthy like whole grains it's supposed to sustain you linger than the. Chemicals which means hopefully you wont have to but as much in abundance. I would think. If your fuller linger means you wont eat as much. What we eat is to trick you into wanting g more and buying more.

[@TheJeanean]

As a single person who lives alone, most things at Costco would expire before I could get through it. His advice “just eat good and workout” is problematic. I could follow him perfectly but it won’t fix my congenital medical conditions. Some people just don’t absorb certain vitamins and nutrients regardless of what they eat. So multivitamins have a place. The gummies are not great because the supplements are sprayed on. A pill or chewable (non gummy) are a better choice. Anyway I use Costco mainly for non perishables.

[@pamwelke7717]

Very expensive people on a fixed income can't afford these prices

[@mjojco]

LOL stopped listening after the ingredients in the rotisserie chicken were read. Basically you read the part of the simple ingredients in the brine (salt, sugar, water) used to tenderize and season the chicken. In this case they used dextrose (sugar) and granulated sugar. Corn starch is used as a shield to protect the meat while cooking in intense heat.....like an industrial sized rotisserie at Costco.

[@BobbyParrish]

that doesnt make the ingredients good..add that to the fact its a crappy chicken..i will pass

[@beamills9205]

misleading to further HIS agenda.....i prefer honesty...

[@biggybg98]

You have no idea what you are talking about.

[@Cnelson720]

@@BobbyParrish also the reason the costco rotisserie chickens are so cheap is because well, they dont make money off it. costco loses something like 40 million dollars a year on those chickens. it's not because its pumped with sugar and chemicals. it's literally just to get people to keep renewing their membership every year.

[@RowdyRodimus]

@Vivian Foster You can tell this guy is a Soy Boy.

[@Forge17]

No offense, but Costco chicken doesn’t contain hormones and likely doesn’t contain preservatives. All poultry in the US is hormone free by law, and dextrose is a natural ingredient. It’s certainly not healthy, but the 4.99 price is a marketing strategy to attract customers to the back of the store. Costco loses money on every rotisserie sold.

[@karlawirtz4050]

I didn't like how he assumes it is bad just because it's cheap :@ like really?? he's that arrogant?

[@gilbertoflores7397]

Exactly, Costco is pretty health conscious, their in store brands are usually pretty good. But the chicken is a marketing tool, they're very well known for 5 dollar chicken, and the price has never gone up; they lose money for every one they sell. But that's the cost to keep people coming back, and continuing their membership at Costco. Costco makes a majority of their revenue from the memberships cost, they're okay with not making profit for certain items, because it's not their main source of revenue.

[@Forge17]

I don’t like calling people out on a video they worked hard on, but I mean he’s just wrong and that’s not fair to Costco. Also, The eggs being organic doesn’t mean free range either, and as ethical as it is, it doesn’t make Costco “caged” eggs unhealthy. The amount of inaccuracies in this video..

[@GarthGoldberg]

I don't think they lose money on the chicken. It's probably about a break-even or slight margin. But it gets people in the store.

[@rosacarolinastutzman1286]

I work for Costco and I know what you talking about!!

[@robertheed4040]

I personally love getting cases of kombucha at Costco. The single flavor of GTs they carry just happens to be my favorite, the Trilogy. I know it makes some people gassy, but for me, it just helps me feel less bloated. Been adding a lot of fermented foods such as kombucha, kimchi, and sauerkraut. Been feeling great

[@darshilpatel792]

03:08 this reminded me of Chris Traeger and i believe, this man trained rob lowe in every aspect of his character for parks ans rec.

[@erikazjevik8877]

LMAO!!!

[@fancysfolly554]

I used to buy a whole frozen chicken wash and season it well then put it in my crockpot on low and let it cook slowly ...it’s inexpensive and super tasty..you get the chicken for one meal...then the carcass we used for chicken soup...delish..

[@janicekopaunik4936]

From my experience, Whole frozen chickens are usually more expensive than rotisserie chickens.

[@KeyofDavid5778]

Don't buy the organic eggs but buy the thick-cut bacon?

[@beamills9205]

it's all about his likes !

[@gracehehehe]

I was bothered by this too. Worry about the chickens, but not about the (super intelligent and sentient) pigs? Whack.

[@taravaotahiti]

@@gracehehehe I agree. I am not eating pork anymore for the same reasons you mentioned.

[@rjf478]

Scott Gabelman omg I just said the same thing.

[@avamaria8447]

The same thing ran through my mind lmmfao

[@Jenny40090]

Hi Bobby love your videos but my only complaint is the whistling music in background is annoying sometimes your voice cannot be heard clearly. Thx for listening 👂

[@BobbyParrish]

You are NOT the first to hate the whistling music. :) Don't worry: It has been banished from my FlavCity playlist.

[@cissystanford9071]

I agree

[@cashopa]

@@BobbyParrish Thank you!! Now I can subscribe.

[@argoneonoble]

If hormones are not added to chickens since the 70s, why do you mention it as a reason to avoid the rotisserie chicken?

[@RichardLasquite]

Helium Valentine - Because he doesn't know what he's talking about when it comes to the Rotisserie Chicken. It's called a loss leader.

[@cdlady54_95]

@poida peanuts are naturally salty and have protien.

[@nylarcvoice4871]

Helium Valentine sometimes these video hosts will embellish or make up something, or mislead by omission just to get their audience emotionally involved. As another another poster noted that chicken still has hormones added, I will say I honestly don’t know (even though it’s not been allowed for a long time....perhaps our food industry needs some major auditing). I just get the feeling that our healthy eating habits aren’t his main concern, but getting us emotionally involved is more his priority. Of course his comments on what’s good or bad for us maybe true, but I find he’s somewhat manipulating when he injects opinions on supposed facts without backing up with proof. And to be clear this is my reflection only on this video. What he does well is get us curious enough to research food ourselves and learn more about nutrition. (If you can find it, the food industry is huge, politically involved, and has secrets....and I’m not a person who mistrusts easily and doesn’t usually believe in conspiracies)

[@LAFan]

It has carrageenan. Look it up.

[@sunlight4169]

I don't know about hormones but it is cooked to extremely high temperatures and then put in those plastic trays. I have a dietetics credential. They should not be in plastic at that high heat, I don't care what kind of plastic it is. It should be in aluminum foil tray.

[@melissanoelle410]

The roast chicken, much like their food court options are draw items. People are drawn by these low cost items (even at a near profit loss) so that Costco can get you to spend money on other things

[@BobbyParrish]

yes they are..but they are still crap quality items ;)

[@melon140]

Cheap and lost cost = bad?

[@arunseigell7361]

U r absolutely right Melissa-these items eg cheap bread r the draw items

[@JoeKaye-hn5dt]

LOL. I go there strictly for the rotisserie chicken. But I've purchased a $2000 Yamaha electric piano earlier this year, and 4 btls of Skye Vodka ($64 - because it's $10 cheaper per btl than where I live in the summer) and I spent $36 on those prepared meals for quick easy meals last week. They suckered me in with that chicken, and picked my wallet empty.

[@melissanoelle410]

FlavCity with Bobby Parrish I respectfully disagree. This is their thing. I do not believe their low cost chicken is pumped full of stuff. There is no claim to being organic, and they keep that chicken at the back of the store for a reason... More chances to shop! They are just setting us up to buy more. No effect on quality of chicken

[@seaglassjpl1467]

Elder people - they prefer gummies because they cannot swallow large tablets . So the older population take gummies and feel good about it. They continue to include vitamins that will help them as they age.

[@zamzammrfixit3113]

eat properly and you will not need gummies

[@crewmax4240]

Really appreciate the video but the music is killing me. Aazrrrrrggggghhhhh!!!!

[@Jenny40090]

Crewmax42 I agree

[@cissystanford9071]

I agree

[@JennyG.COW5]

Thanks for letting us know what's the best for your health and about which eggs to buy. Also thank you for saying that coconut oil is the best! Unfortunately a lot of people think that canola oil and vegetable oil is good for you but I think it's only because we have an easier time growing these foods in most of the States in the main land.

[@jayerscios]

My Sprouts sells Vital Farms pasture raised eggs and they are totally worth it! REALLY orange tasty yolks! Kelly gold rocks. TJ's price is pretty good for not buying a ton. I stopped shopping at Costco cuz it's only me and I can't even store, let alone eat, such large amounts of fresh stuff before they go bad.

[@BobbyParrish]

Vital Farms are one of the best!

[@dydeeluv]

Seriously! People....take a breather. He is not God and everything he has mentioned are" in his opinion" It was my first time on his channel and enjoyed it. I am much more interested in his recipes then his shopping. Clearly his interest are for us to get healthier! It's your choice...Eat on

[@BobbyParrish]

well said, thanks!

[@jameswoodson4514]

And my last

[@wsue1038]

You go girl!

[@user-bb6jy1xb7s]

exactly! it's your choice if you want to be healthy and live past 70, but it sucks to be that old. so eat whatever you want and drop dead at 65 from heart disease and/or cancer. shit. life's too short anyway.

[@user-bb6jy1xb7s]

@SS it's sarcasm and a figure of speech. who the fuck wants to live until a crusty-ass 100 years old? you'll be in an old people's nursing home dependant of your care givers who are neglecting and abusing you anyway, and you've got shit in your adult diapers. longevity is overrated haha. i say, eat whatever the hell you want and live like there's no tomorrow. if you die before 70 due to health problems, oh well.

[@dylan-nguyen]

The reason Costco's rotisserie chicken is so cheap is because they sell them at a LOSS! They lose ~$40m per year on the chicken.

[@mikelouis9389]

And? It tastes good. It's inexpensive and as healthy as any other rotisserie chicken.

[@christian6911]

They like them because you’re guaranteed to get a 3-5 pound chicken at 5$ that can only be allowed to stay in the merchandiser for a max of two hours. So they’re always fresh.

[@carlavv5302]

How do you know about the 40m lose?

[@trevorharmon1]

It has carrageenan I believe

[@trevorharmon1]

@@carlavv5302 it's on google

[@gamingsfinest1]

3:12 love how he told us not to buy it and then 5 seconds later he’s passing em out to people 😂😂😂

[@Irisglory]

gamingsfinest1 he was standing there and he just handed them to them he also told them same thing he told us

[@SunniSparks]

I'd love an Aldi video too. Sam's Club would also be wonderful! (Different music though...it was hard to listen with the sing song background music in this one 🙂.) This was a great video - especially the ending! Thanks!

[@shestudios]

Me too.

[@BobbyParrish]

No sams club in Chicago!!! Aldi would be great

[@lindanerney9896]

Yes do videos on Sams and Aldis, they just opened an Aldis near me.

[@davidpro8609]

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[@davidpro8609]

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[@AB-pr4uc]

3:20 *says that their organic eggs are bad* *customers tell him to pass them the same eggs* LMAOOO

[@insanelyblissful]

A B im pretty sure that bacon has nitrates

[@ac521]

Not everyone has the money to afford $6-8 for a dozen eggs. Tell a single mother making $36k that she shouldnt buy more affordable eggs, i dare ya

[@ahub87]

@SS I get what you're saying but you're implying a single mother was an irresponsible trollop. I know someone in this same situation. Her household went from 80k to almost 40k because her husband died in a terrible accident. That being said we can't expect all videos to cater to everyone's budget.

[@jacobleb420]

They're just like "STFU you gay hipster bitch and pass the goddamn eggs!" lol

[@soniamanso8012]

@@jacobleb420 😂🤣

[@suzihazlove4979]

Some people here are being ignorant to the knowledge that's out there for health! Your loss!!! Occasionally eatting bad is not that TOXIC. But not all the time like we do out of .... I appreciate this guy and I'm on food stamps!

[@littlefriendsplayschool8745]

Just found your videos and love that you’re doing the legwork for us in finding healthy options ...also loved the comedy bit with Art...keeping it real! ❤️

[@carolnewton496]

I love Kerrygold butter. I use it when I make my Irish Soda Bread every year for St. Patrick's day. To off set the salt I cut back on adding additional salt to my batter.

[@jeanetjones674]

What city is this Costco at? You’re very informative and I enjoy your videos.

[@LAFan]

Jeanet Jones Northside Chicago

[@euenfheiejrj]

@@LAFan I live in north side Chicago as well (probably go to the same Costco as this video) and it’s sad I haven’t bought the Kerry gold butter yet since it’s produced in Evanston, IL. I went to visit my mom in NJ and she raved about it but I’m still going through the massive amount of regular butter I got from Costco a couple of months ago lol

[@gbcb6541]

This was great info and fun! Not boring and kept me interested. But I had to mute it use closed captioning. That friggin whistle in the song gave me a headache. But info seemed honest and unbiased. Good stuff. And I really really hate that song.

[@BobbyParrish]

ha, the song will never be used again..glad you enjoyed my costco video!

[@nancymaclean3416]

I totally agree about that annoying song, but the info. was useful...

[@missys8676]

Totally agree. I hate the whistling SO much. Liked the video content though.

[@njarvis2888]

I’ve ALMOST forgiven you for the “middle aged” person at the Costco entry comment. (Coming from a middle aged woman, 53). Thanks for your videos. I have learned so much!

[@nativenewyorker9646]

I just found this by accident, thank you so much for all this information and all the recipes!! I love you guys!

[@scruples671]

Probably one of the biggest things to avoid at Costco was the last thing Art was eating. That stuff is the most chemical laden and preserved food in the store. And recently Costco announced that they were going to fix that. Will see if they follow through???

[@partlysunny5402]

The label on my cold brew coffee says coffee and water are the only ingredients, is that wrong?

[@AmandaGeyerSnobahr]

Yeah, I noticed he didn't bother looking at the ingredients on the cold brew. Of course, it's easy enough to make cold brew at home. Ground up coffee, large jar/bottle. Add grounds, fill with water, lid the bottle, tuck in the fridge. Give it 12-24 hours, and you've got cold-brew. Have several bottles onhand, and rotate as they're refilled for MOAR COLD BREW!

[@MelvinMansoor]

I’m surprised Costco didn’t kick you out right away. They don’t allow filming, especially negative filming.

[@doloresparra4604]

Melvin Mansoor I wish they had kicked his pompous ass out of the store. Punk

[@tamaleenyouknowwhatimean777]

Fun video, I'm already buying most of those items. Sad to say I have been buying those chickens but will definitely pull that off my list. Good tip on the eggs, they have a secondary organic egg option at my Costco. I'm checking out Cornucopia. Thanks!

[@Roxie1255]

Can you do a What to buy:Not buy Aldi edition? It would be most helpful. I am interested in TJ and Whole Foods but they are an hour away and wouldn’t be very cost effective to shop there. Also do you have a video on cookware and how to pick out ones that are good quality ?

[@BobbyParrish]

Cookware: check my video from last week “how to meal prep like a boss”...aldi is a good call!

[@hebguy07]

This guy really likes himself.

[@BobbyParrish]

im nice enough,,smart enough..and gosh darn it..people like me ;)

[@jennyq4979]

@@BobbyParrish LOL! That was cute!

[@teresagueli4113]

dale kroll lol

[@millsykooksy4863]

Liking yourself is a good thing

[@lefteyedspy]

FlavCity with Bobby Parrish Soo many of us do NOT like you at ALL, dude.

[@jimbofiveo2048]

To address your point about Costco rotisserie chicken.. "no whole cooked chicken should be priced at 4.99.." Costco actually sells these at a loss, about $40 million per year. They do this for the "wow" factor and a way to get you in the door. Every Costco is layer out differently but often times the rotisserie chickens are placed at the end of the main isle, attracting customers to go in that direction, walking past all the great products they're trying to promote. I don't work for Costco, I'm just a dedicated customer of theirs and after knowing this, I can't help but share haha

[@debkiehm7634]

Omg. Art how could you ???? My tummy is rumbling just watching you chow that garbage. Here I was thinking you guys are like total fanatics about healthy food. My heart is a little broken now but I’ll get over it. I really love the videos. Mad love and peace to the whole planet. Xxoo.

[@btsager]

News flash, Costco sells a number of items at below cost to bring in business, including Tires. Rotisserie chicken being "too cheap to be good" is just a stupid attitude to have.

[@MarySanchez-qk3hp]

Bryan Sager, their tires arent "fresh," they may need to be replaced before the tread wears out. I now get mine at Discount Tires, where they cost less and are fresh. Costco isn't always the best deal, I've discovered, you need to become an informed consumer.

[@FixingTheInternet]

In General, rotisserie chickens are the quick and fatty shortcut for meat, no matter where you buy them. Too much fat, hormones, preservatives, just not healthy!

[@calebniederhofer678]

Mary Sanchez lol They sell the same tires discount tire does . They just carry a smaller selection obviously , but anyways they have quality higher end tires . I’m a Costco fan , the quality is a lot better then Sams , and a better company. I do my tires at discount though also lol.

[@ppumpkin3282]

Same here. Costco tires r no bargain. They have a limited inventory and the staff is not that helpful. But what's worse for me is no matter what time I went in, it always took at least two hours. They offer free rotation but who wants to wait two hours. There is a chain by me, where I can schedule an appointment in the morning and be out in thirty minutes. The offer competitive prices, free front wheel alignment, (four wheel alignment for $60), free rotation and free flat repairs.

[@nellieeess]

Bryan Sager true, but chicken still isn’t healthy.

[@Crabbymamba]

Loved this. I agreed with you on many items and learned more on the rest. Keep making these please!

[@BobbyParrish]

love to hear that!

[@sarahaleclair660]

Wow thank you so much for helping me out with labels, good prices, and healthy options you are amazing

[@susankemp4212]

Yes, the background "noise " is unnecessary, maybe a gentle, meditative tune instead, please!

[@zoniekat]

I don't care. I'm gonna eat the chicken.

[@nellieeess]

Linda L then why did you click on the video? Chicken isn’t healthy, neither is eggs or bacon.

[@GilbertGStaInes]

seems like this guy needs to get beat up behind a Costco sometime!!:-)

[@b0t549]

its_n bitch stfu

[@kirstenboo]

I said that too. Until I got sick and I have to eat healthy foods now or I die 😂

[@latintrader]

I feed one Costco Chicken to my dog once a week . It’s cheaper than dog food.

[@ellenw391]

If this guy wants to pay for me to buy eggs from "happy chickens that play all day" I'd be thrilled to eat those, along with many other foods he says are better. But many of us mortals who would need to rob a bank to eat what he says is all we should eat. And as for those rotisserie chickens, I think they are a good enough treat when I need an easy meal that involves as little effort as humanly possible. FYI they brine their chickens & most ingredients he read off were from that. As you just soak a chicken in the brine, then put it on spit, little stays IN/ON the chicken. It is far healthier than most other things I would choose those nights, along w/being far more economical, and something I only buy now & again. (I have severe nerve damage & don't always have the luxury to stand & cook :(

[@edwinsemidey7405]

i suppose you don't have a family too feed

[@nightstringers]

wait til he finds out that if shit is made on this planet it is not clean it has all kinds of chemicals in it

[@nightstringers]

@ShariSez1 so what you're saying is he doesn't know his ass from a hole in the ground

[@natashawill1]

Wow I learned so much from this video! Yes I have been buying the roasted chickens too from Costco but not anymore after learning to read the labels and search for the harsh ingredients to avoid. Thank You for the informative information, helps a great deal! I read everything now and take my time when I am shopping

[@arleneisabela31]

Oh my goodness!!! Art had me laughing so much at the end!!! He is me!!! Haha I go to costco and buy the organic and bobby approved buttttt I always have the pizza with coke!!! In my mind I balance it out!

[@caroleecastillo2550]

Great video I would love a Trader Joe and Sprouts haul

[@BobbyParrish]

No sprouts around Chicago unfortunately !

[@LAFan]

He just posted a Sprouts haul a few days ago out here in Los Angeles.

[@chunchoi4434]

I'm pretty sure you should not fry with olive since it have low smoking point

[@BobbyParrish]

you can actually fry with it..but the blend i showed had high smoke points oils..which makes it safe to fry

[@sarracene]

@@BobbyParrish ,also depending on how virgin it is..

[@turena8745]

You absolutely can, literally check any pertinent website, but it generally does not have a High smoke point so fry low - medium heat, over that, perhaps coconut oil, etc.

[@turena8745]

ShariSez1 yes that’s correct, as stated , olive oil has a low - medium smoke point. And regular olive oil, while containing some degree of refined oil, is still a much healthier choice than many other much more processed oils available. Other healthful choices for frying include ghee, coconut oil, possibly grape seed oil. I’m open to further alternatives!

[@__BERSERKER__]

You will get laughed out of culinary school if you fry with olive oil. That is NOT what it is for.

[@avigailalfaro]

I just watched 2 of your videos and I love them! Really educational!

[@joeadd5911]

Awesome help and funny, Art needs a little help there at the end, me too Very funny...lol

[@bmason7996]

Thank you. You are so informative and to the point

[@toriwolf5978]

Oh my goodness thanks so much for posting this will pay attention now when at Costco . I don’t buy that roasted chicken anymore as I get so sick every time I eat it. it’s horrible we have to be so careful in what we buy in the grocery store scary

[@BobbyParrish]

yup..defo stay away from that chicken at costco ;)

[@rose8662]

My WalMart has expeller-pressed but not cold-pressed Chosen Foods Avocado Oil. They're processed at different temps. Is the expeller ok?

[@patriciayohn6136]

I am at Costco all the time because I love them been a member for over twenty years, but I must say I agree that European butter is better, but I have been to Ireland and France and I prefer French butter. Never buy eggs in plastic or styrofoam cartons only buy the ones in cardboard cartons, they stay fresh much longer that way. Buy the Himalayan Pink salt and the Black Peppercorns, keep in a dark, cool, dry place, they will keep, i only buy small amounts of dried spices at the grocery store. Costco has really awesome meats, but if you live in a Condo like I do not even freezer space, for any big party though or special occasion, I will definitely buy my meats there. Obviously, you are obsessed with your food obsessions, but definitely the place to buy bedding and towels and half of my clothes were purchased there, great quality and pricing and I still own clothes I bought there 15 years ago and have been washed many times and they still hold up even if I don't wear my old favs much any more, hey styles have changed.

[@katty8007]

The eggs might be the most healthy quality in Costco but we don’t care at what cost. He is right about chicken kept in confined cages to only eat and lay eggs. Walmart has large organic CAGE FREE brown eggs. We also need to be considered for animals

[@CowboyLikeMegan]

For the most ethical eggs, look for pasture raised instead of cage free. Cage free only means they are stuffed to the brim inside of a barn, rather than a cage.

[@zamzammrfixit3113]

Katty .. you are cute .

[@mariacreager7117]

Thank you! We've got Costco in Australia and we love it. According to food, we've discovered Dr Goundry's "Plant Paradox" and we try to follow his suggestions. Highly recommend. All the best! :)

[@BobbyParrish]

i will be in aussie in march!!! i hear good things about that book.

[@thetomatowoman]

I believe his name is spelled GUN-DRY..

[@maureenoconnor9300]

FlavCity with Bobby Parrish When you visit Florida could you do a Publix shop. I’d also like to see a Sprouts Shop! I just discovered you and I have to say, I’m impressed!

[@bluebelllove123]

I love these Costco videos! As an Alaskan where food costs are high and produce quality is lower these are soooo informative!

[@MHow-qc3ns]

I learned years ago that spices will deteriorate in heat. Parsley, dill and other green spices will turn brown and then are totally useless. I got tired of having to run to the store every time I needed a spice ingredient so I started storing my spices on the door in my refrigerator freezer. The advantages are (1) you can see what you have, (2) nothing ever goes bad, and (3) spices kept in the freezer are twice as potent so you only need HALF of what the recipe calls for. Yes, it works every time. And when spring rolls around I buy fresh dill, parsley, scallions, rosemary, etc. dry them, roll them between wax paper with a rolling pin, put them in glass or plastic jars in the freezer and save a ton of money on really inexpensive spices that are overpriced in the grocery store. And you never have to run out. What could be more convenient and frugal?

[@jc_usa_21502]

i don't agree with all your opinions but thank you for the video, very informative!!

[@barrbuff]

I agree, thanks for the effort and I did learn a few things.

[@brookeflood5683]

So wish there was something healthy I could eat at the ready made food section that's not full of wheat, soy or dairy! Totally agree with this list, and esp adding bulk organic greens, and frozen berries, frozen broccoli, squash. I don't really agree that peanuts are healthy- they're highly inflammatory/allergenic and contain molds, etc. are high GMO crops, but the almond butter is great if you can handle it. I find a lot of people can't do almonds and almond flour in that high amount, causes gut inflammation, but in moderation it's good and esp if sprouted it can be a great food! Love the coconut products at Costco too! Wish they provided grass fed/pasture meats locally where I live. Organic coffee is good there too to save! Grinding your own keeps it fresher.

[@BobbyParrish]

unfort..most all prepared food is not going to be healthy :)

[@tee3386]

Arabs DO go through that many spices lol we cook everyday for many ppl and use many of these spices you just named 😂

[@user-xx7pg3vw9k]

Tatiana Muqattash so do us in Mexican Americans.. ESPECIALLY cumin...

[@jessicabarone1716]

I was thinking I go through cumin that size in about 2 months, garlic powder that size probably 2 weeks. I cook for a family of 7, lol.

[@carolynemurray6686]

@@jessicabarone1716 me too Jessica!

[@jennehsmith8170]

Thanks so much for the information you are sharing, I have learned so much by listening to you. Keep up the awesome work 👍👍🤝

[@Proxcelyn]

This was so helpful and eye-opening!

[@cupofcoffeeandnytime]

I just bought my “chosen foods” avocado 🥑 oil from Costco 👍🏼

[@BobbyParrish]

you are so lucky..i wish my costco still had it!

[@saramata2964]

all good, the music though, I am sick of it.

[@Weber805]

Good news, Costco's organic eggs are now pasture-raised!

[@chloestevenson1025]

I really liked how much detail you provided, I see a lot of videos that just use “sources say” with no explanation , I appreciate your research and reasoning!

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks..i like to do my homework ;)

[@debbiewestphal4291]

What a great video I really love your enthusiasm and energy I appreciate your videos keep them coming take care and thank you 👍😜

[@BobbyParrish]

thanks Debbie!!

[@andratoma9834]

100% Kerry Gold îs The Best!!!! And love the salted butter better!

[@DnG100]

Bad, Art! Bad! 😂. It was probably delicious 😋. 😂. Great informative video. Thank you.