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There are a ton of reasons why people love Trader Joe’s: the amazing prices, the delicious branded products, and the fact that most of the foods are pretty good for you. But don’t let this reputation fool you – there are actually some Trader Joe’s foods that are a lot more unhealthy that you would think.
The Trader Joe's Shells With Brie And Asparagus seems like a healthier version of the classic mac'n'cheese - but don't be fooled by the nice cheese and added vegetables. This frozen meal is loaded with saturated fat.
The package of the Shells With Brie And Asparagus dish reads "sinfully delicious and worth every bite." And Trader Joe's is definitely not wrong about that.
A single serving of this delicious yet unhealthy meal has 20 grams of fat (10 of which is saturated fat), 30 grams of carbs and 390 milligrams of sodium.
While no fat is great for you, saturated fat is the worst because it can cause cholesterol to build up in your arteries, raising your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Next time you're browsing the frozen food aisle of your local Trader Joe's bypass the Shells With Brie And Asparagus and opt for something a bit better for you. We recommend the frozen cauliflower gnocchi, with only half a gram of saturated fat, and 6 grams of fiber. You can use this healthy pasta-alternative for any type of dish you'd like. Maybe even try a less creamy version of a brie and asparagus mac'n'cheese.
