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It’s that time of the month when we highlight a few of the healthiest Costco picks from the latest coupon book. August is back-to-school month for many, and several of this month’s deals are great packable snack and lunch items—many of them with less added sugar. There are also a couple of much-needed quick and easy dinner options. Without further delay, here are our top Costo picks for August. These deals are good from July 31 through August 25, so stock up now!
Capri Sun 100% Juice Pouches
$4.20 off 40-count 6 fl. oz. pouches variety pack, limit 5
Though Capri Sun has historically been a fruit-flavored, sugar-sweetened drink with a little bit of juice added, these new pouches are 100% juice pouches and have no added sugar. Made withreal fruit juices, Capri Sun 100% Juice Pouches provide vitamins, minerals and energy our bodies need to thrive. Plus, they pack easily in a lunchbox. Parent—and kid—win!
Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars
$4 off 28-count variety pack, limit 6
Let’s face it. While it’s best to nosh onwhole fruitwhen you can, thanks to its fiber content, sometimes packing fresh fruit or fruit cups to go doesn’t work. By the time you go to eat it, it’s all bruised up or too difficult to eat with juices running all over the place. And whole fruits can be difficult for school-age children to eat with their limited lunch time. Enter Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars. These vegan packable all-fruit bars are made with 100% fruit puree and juice and are the perfect size for lunchboxes, backpacks and small hands. Plus they’re nut-, dairy-, soy- and gluten-free.
Unreal Dark Chocolate Coconut Minis
$3.30 off 15.3-oz. package, limit 10
If you’ve been a faithfulEatingWellreader, you might recognize this item.I wrote about Unreal candiesin May 2024, telling readers how amazing I think they are. Unreal candies have a fraction of the added sugar of regular candy, plus they use natural ingredients to flavor and color their products. In that piece, I compared the ingredients for the Unreal Dark Chocolate Coconut Minis to their name-brand competitor. They’re chock-full of coconut that’s draped in just the right amount of rich dark chocolate. And because Unreal doesn’t use the wax that makes chocolate shiny, all you get is real chocolate without the waxy buildup. I also love how these are the perfect two-bite size—just right for my afternoondark chocolatemoment. If you like chocolate and coconut, I think you’ll love these, too.
Seeds of Change Organic Quinoa & Brown Rice with Garlic
$3.80 off 6-count box, 8.5-oz. pouches
I am a huge fan of Seeds of Change rice and whole-grain pouches—and their Organic Quinoa & Brown Rice with Garlic is one of my favorites for my lunchtimerice bowls. One cup of this rice mix provides 5 grams of filling, gut-friendly fiber and 5 grams of plant-based protein. These pouches make for a quick, easy meal. Just add whatever veggies you have on hand plus a protein, liketuna, beans or chicken, and you’ve got yourself a complete meal in a bowl. I love including a little bit of fruit—like mandarin oranges or grapes—for a bit of sweetness, and slivered almonds for a little crunch to complete the bowl. Or pair this quinoa and rice packet with our next top pick—Ling Ling Chicken & Vegetable Potstickers.
Ling Ling Chicken & Vegetable Potstickers
$4 off 4.2-lb. bags
Chobani Less Sugar Greek Yogurt
$4.50 off 16-count variety pack, limit 8
Not only doesGreek yogurtpack well (with an ice pack), but it’s also a great source of protein, calcium and probiotics. And in this case, it also has about half the amount of added sugar compared to traditional flavored yogurt. Some lower-sugar yogurts replace the added sugar with sugar substitutes—but not Chobani Less Sugar Greek Yogurt. They simply reduce the amount of added sugar and infuse fruit puree throughout it for a little bit of natural sweetness. This would be great in smoothies orsmoothie bowls—or simply eat as is.
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Perfect Bar Organic Protein Bar
$6 off 12-count variety pack, limit 10
Looking for a protein bar that has a simple ingredients list? Look no further! The Perfect Bar Organic Protein Bar provides well-rounded on-the-go nutrition. Depending on the flavor, the protein in these bars comes from nut butters, nonfat dry milk, rice protein and/or dried egg powder. Each bar is sweetened with cane sugar, maple syrup and/orhoney, providing quick energy if you’re in a midafternoon slump or getting ready for a workout. With that said, one full-size bar provides about one-quarter of your day’s added sugar, so aim to stick to one bar. These protein bars also contain heart-healthy fats, like flaxseed oil and olive oil, as well asgut-friendly fiber. To add more nutrients, these bars have dried whole food powder that contains a variety of fruits, vegetables and herbs—like kale, spinach, orange, apple, carrot and rose hips (to name a few). It’s important to note that these bars need to be refrigerated, so pack these with an ice pack.
Kevin’s Paleo Thai-Style Coconut Chicken
$3.50 off 32 oz. package
I was recently introduced to Kevin’s Natural Foods meals and products, and I’ve got to say—I’m a big fan! Kevin’s are gluten-, soy- and dairy-free. The meals come mostly ready-to-eat with minimal prep time and are ready in less than 15 minutes—perfect for busy back-to-school weeknights. The meat used in the meals is cooked viasous-vide, which creates an amazingly tender, juicy end product. The Paleo Thai-Style Coconut Chicken is made with chicken breast tenders in a rich and creamy, yet light, curry sauce made with coconut milk, basil and spices with just the right amount of heat. You could serve this over the Seeds of Change quinoa and rice packets, as well, with a side ofSpicy Stir-Fried String Beans.
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