"It's good to be able to pick up staples like eggs for a quick-cooking protein, right alongside the mix of new products Trader Joe's is known for cycling in," says registered dietitian Maggie Moon, MS, RD, author, "The MIND Diet." "My cart will usually have eggs in them because they are one of the only foods with both choline and lutein, two nutrients that are important for brain health," she explains.
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Grab some frozen brown rice
"I always I pick up pre-cooked brown rice in the frozen aisle," Moon says. She likes the fact that they come in separate pouches, so you only make what you need per meal.
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Add some zhoug sauce to your shopping list
"This is a delicious new product, and it's bright and fresh from cilantro and spicy from jalapenos and red chile flakes," says Moon. "It goes great on top of fish and chicken, and in sandwiches and tacos."
"The best fix to my carb cravings — these cauliflower dumplings are way healthier than their typical potato form," says registered dietitian Jennifer Kanikula, RD. Plus, as she points out, they make for a great side or can be loaded up for a full entrée.
"Homemade pizza is really only as good as the crust," says Kanikula. "I've found that Trader Joe's pizza dough makes the best homemade pizzas." She also points out that "whole grains never tasted so good."
